Transitioning from high school or another institution? Starting a new degree or you are a current Brock student accessing services for the first time?
Welcome.
If you are a student with a disability, or if you face academic challenges that you believe may be caused by a disability, you should register with Student Accessibility Services.
Our services are free and confidential.
No disability? If you’re having academic difficulties due to medical symptoms then fill out a medical verification form and submit it to your instructors to request academic consideration.
Documentation
Under the Ontario Human Rights Code, people with disabilities have rights to fair access to programs and services. To ensure eligibility, documentation confirming disability is needed. However, having a diagnosed condition doesn’t automatically grant all accommodations.
Documentation should
- Confirm the need for disability-related accommodations or supports;
- Share how the functional impact affects academic participation;
- Be completed by a healthcare provider in the relevant disability field.
Need documentation?
Download the medical documentation form for your qualified health practitioner to complete.
*Completing the medical documentation form does not guarantee academic accommodations.
How to register
Register with Student Accessibility Service after accepting your offer of admission, ideally as early as possible before the term starts.
Step 2
Register
Complete the registration process which includes uploading documentation.
*Approximately 10-15 min.
Step 3
New Profile
We’ll create your profile and email you within 5 business days.
Step 4
Attend Intake Meeting
Attend your intake appointment to receive your accommodation plan.
Download the intake appointment checklist.
*Attend your intake meeting before November 12, 2024 to arrange accommodations for December exams.
After your intake appointment
Book an orientation session to learn about OASIS, our Brightspace site, and other important service details.
FAQ
The top questions and answers for new students.
Interim or temporary accommodations may be provided for students who do not yet have disability documentation or are in the process of being assessed for a disability.
Students who need accommodations in residence are required to fill out the Residence accommodation documentation form.
You do not need to submit additional documentation to Housing Services if you have provided (or will provide) Student Accessibility Services with your documentation at least eight weeks prior to your intended move-in date.
We require your express consent for your information to be shared between our offices.
Your academic accommodations from high school or another college/university may not be the same as those approved for use while at Brock university.
Your program of choice and specific courses at Brock needs to be factored in as does your needs in this new academic environment.
Your academic accommodations may be the same, different, more, or less; you’re going to help us decide.
An IEP is not formal documentation at the post-secondary level; however, it can be used as a starting point to begin a conversation on your academic accommodation needs.
While we require up-to-date documentation, your Accessibility Case Manager will work with you to provide interim academic accommodations and guide you through the process of obtaining qualifying documentation.
Your IEP was built from a diagnostic evaluation such as a psycho-education assessment or another medical assessment. This document is what you want to provide.
For parents
Student Accessibility Services recognizes that parents and supporters play an important role in the success of their learner. As parents, you have an opportunity to help your student experience a smooth transition to Brock by working with your student to support self-advocacy skills and submit documentation.
In the university setting, student participation is vital in all parts of the accommodation process. Due to confidentiality, information related to registration with Student Accessibility Services, disability, accommodation and academic status is not shared by our staff. It is important that students participate in making our office aware of their needs, take responsibility for their learning, and understand our processes to ensure access to accommodations.
Role of parents
As parents, you have an opportunity to help your student experience a smooth transition to Brock by working with your student to develop self-advocacy skills and submit appropriate documentation.
Responsibility of students
While we provide students with the appropriate accommodations, it is the responsibility of each student to inform us of their needs, any problems encountered with the accommodations and services, and to follow through with the procedures as outlined.
Resources
Prepare students for the first years away from home.
Transition to post-secondary program.
Everything you need to know about accessibility and other essential resources across all publicly-funded Ontario post-secondary schools.
Questions
Need help with your registration or transition to Brock?
Katie McInnis
Transition Program Coordinator
Phone: 905-688-5550 extension 4273
Email: kmcinnis@brocku.ca
Katie is available to support you throughout the registration and transition process.
She can answer your questions, provide helpful resources, and connect you with other staff within Student Accessibility Services.
Once registered, Katie recommends attending an orientation session to get acquainted with services, key dates, the OASIS portal, and the Brightspace LMS site.
“I look forward to welcoming you to Student Accessibility Services.”
Student Accessibility Services
Location
Schmon Tower
4th floor
Room ST400
Office hours
Monday to Friday
8:30 am – 4:30 pm
Closed 12:00 pm – 12:30 pm
Contact
Phone: 905-688-5550 ext. 3240
Fax: 905-688-7260
Email: asksas@brocku.ca
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Student Accessibility Services is part of the Student Wellness and Accessibility Centre. Other services include: Student Health Services, Personal Counselling Services, and The Hub.