Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- Where is Accessible Learning Services located? What is the phone number for Accessible Learning Services?
- Who is eligible for Accessible Learning Services? (Who can use Accessible Learning Services?)
- What services are available?
- What if I think I have a disability and would like to speak with someone in Accessible Learning Services?
- What do Case Managers do?
- What documentation do I need to bring when I first meet with my Case Manager? (What do I need to bring?)
- Are there any scholarships or bursaries available for persons with disabilities?
- What do Learning Strategists do?
- How can I get extra time test and/or exams?
- How will my teachers know I am a person with a disability?
Where is Accessible Learning Services located? What is the phone number for Accessible Learning Services?
| Campus | Location | Phone Number |
| Fennell |
The Square, C102 |
905-575-2211 |
| STARRT | A111 | 905-575-5000 |
| Institute for Applied Health Science |
303 | 905-540-4247 Ext. 26751 |
| Brantford | A102 | 519-759-7200 Ext. 6014 |
Who is eligible for Accessible Learning Services? (Who can use Accessible Learning Services?)
Students with a documented or suspected disability (disabilities include: medical, physical, vision, hearing, learning or mental health conditions) are encouraged to make an appointment to see a Case Manager by calling 905-575-2211.
What services are available?
Students may be eligible for a wide range of services, including:
- Testing accommodations
- Reduced course load
- Peer or other assistance
- Specialized tutors
- Financial assistance
- Adaptive Technology
- Interpreters or computerized notetakers
- Alternate format materials
What if I think I have a disability and would like to speak with someone in Accessible Learning Services?
If you are a student at the college and think you might have a disability, contact Accessible Learning Services at 905-575-2211, or drop in to the Accessible Learning Services office at your campus, to book into a General Information and Registration session.
What do Case Managers do?
Accessible Learning Services Case Managers are faculty who work with all students who have documented or suspected physical, learning, medical and mental health disabilities. Accessible Learning Services' mandate is to provide persons with disabilities fair and equal access to educational programs, services and facilities at Mohawk College. In order to facilitate this access, the DS Case Manager co-ordinates the services for students with disabilities, including:
- Intake
- Accommodation Planning
- Documentation Assessment
- Intervention and Referral
- Advocacy
- Educational Planning.
What documentation do I need to bring when I first meet with my Case Manager? (What do I need to bring?)
- Medical documentation or a psycho educational assessment, and/or IEP or IPRC minutes
- High school transcript
- Questions
Please feel free to bring a member of your family or other person with you.
Are there any scholarships or bursaries available for persons with disabilities?
Mohawk College offers a variety of bursaries and scholarships for all students. As well, students with a disability who are collecting OSAP are eligible for the Bursary for Students with Disabilities (BSWD). Details about these bursaries and scholarships can be found on the Financial Assistance site. For more information about the scholarships and bursaries that are available to students with disabilities, please see your Case Manager.
What do Learning Strategists do?
Learning Strategist are trained faculty who are experts in teaching learning strategies to diverse learners. Learning strategies are "tools" that a student can use to become a more effective learner. Strategy curricula includes:
- Time management
- Study skills
- Reading
- Writing
- Test preparation
- Memory techniques
- Notetaking
- Adaptive technology
If you wish to meet with a Learning Strategist, please contact your Case Manager.
How can I get extra time test and/or exams?
Test and exam accommodations (for example, extended time, a reader, distraction-free environment, use of a computer, etc.) must first be arranged with your Case Manager. Once these arrangements have been made, it is important for you to make Accessible Learning Services staff aware of your test dates and times at least 7 days prior to the scheduled test or exam.
How will my teachers know I am a person with a disability?
At the start of the semester or school year, you will meet with your Case manager and a Confidential Academic Accommodation Plan (CAAP) will be prepared for you to send to your teachers. The CAAP includes such information as testing and classroom accommodations, as well as your Case Manager's contact information. The CAAP also clearly outlines the responsibilities for both you and your teacher(s) that will support your academic studies.
