Medical health disability documentation criteria

For accepting outside evaluation:

1. Documentation of an adult level (18 years or older) evaluation. Documentation must be current (within three years).
2. To receive services, students must present appropriate documentation of their disability. This means a diagnosis by licensed medical doctor or other licensed health care professional, plus.
   • Summary of procedures and instruments used to make the diagnosis.
   • A summary of evaluation results, if available.
   • Past and present symptoms which meet criteria for diagnosis.
   • Medical history relating to current use of medication and the impact of the medication on the student's ability to meet the demands of the academic program.
   • Statement of impact and limitations on student's academic performance.
   • Recommendations for academic adjustments to compensate for the disability.
3. Accommodations are always individually determined, and may include, but are not limited to: extended time on exams, exams in a distraction-free environment, notetakers, alternative test format, tutorial services, priority enrollment, registration assistance, special seating arrangements, breaks during instruction, reduced courseload.
4. Medical/health disabilities must include documentation from a health care professional citing: specific medical/health disabilities, limitations of said disabilities, recommendations for accommodations, and any prescribed medications.

To help us make that determination, please include responses to the following questions in your report:

1. What assessment instruments were used to make the diagnosis, and what results were revealed?
2. What present or past symptoms were displayed that meet the criteria for diagnosis?
3. What treatment and/or medication is prescribed?
4. How does this condition or the effects of the medication limit the student's ability to learn, or to meet the demands of the academic program?
5. Based on the results of your evaluation, what recommendations can you suggest for academic adjustments?