How to Request Accommodations
1. Self Disclose
PCCC students with a documented disability wanting services must self-identify with the accessibility services staff. The student must be accepted to PCCC.
2. Complete Intake Form
Student must complete an Intake & provide verification documents before scheduling an intake interview meeting.
3. Submit Supporting Documentation
Documentations (such as a copy of your 12th grade IEP/504 Plan, a letter from a certified professional or Accessibility verification form) with recommended accommodations should be provided in person or sent separately to our email [email protected].
4. Schedule an Intake Meeting
Student must request an intake interview through e-mail or stopping by our office. Student must participate in an intake interview with disability services staff to determine reasonable and appropriate accommodations.
5. Present Letter of Accommodation (LOA) to Instructor.
Student must make sure the instructor has received and signed the LOA to make sure accommodations are put in place.
Important- Accommodations are NOT retroactive. Students can request at any time
Evaluation and Provision of Accommodations
When the request for reasonable accommodation is received, OAS will;
- Request documentation of disability by a physician or other qualified professional.
- Review the documentation provided to determine if the individual is a qualified individual with a disability.
- Engage in an interactive process with the qualified individual with the shared goal of identifying a reasonable accommodation that will allow the individual to access and participate int he programs or activity of interest.
- Research available accommodations and resources.
- Consult with the OAS staff as necessary, in considering types of reasonable accommodations.
- Consider the preference of the individual with a documented disability. The individual’s preference will be given full considerations, however, the college may provide an alternative, equally effective accommodation.
PCCC adheres to the requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA), including the recent Amendments Act of 2008 (ADA AA), and Section 504 of the Vocational Rehabilitation Act of 1973 which prohibit discrimination on the basis of disability. PCCC provides universal access to academic programs, activities, and awards for all students without discrimination on the basis of disabling conditions. There is no “special education” in college.
Contact Us
Office of Accessibility Services
Phone: (973) 684-6395
E-mail: [email protected]
Main Campus -Paterson
Memorial Hall M244
(across from the Testing Center)
Passaic Academic Center
PAC – Room 118
Students are met by appointment.
Wanaque Academic Center
Check with the Main Desk for room location.