The Learning Specialist works directly with the Office of Accessibility Services in coordinating a student.s needs with appropriate support services. To receive these services, recent documentation of specific disability from high school, a medical doctor, the NYS Office of Vocational and Educational Services for Individuals with Disabilities (VESID) counselor or other appropriate source is required. Services can only be provided when necessary documentation is on file with ACC.

Information regarding off-campus diagnostic services is available on request.

The range of services provided by the Learning Specialist may include:

• Consultation with the Learning Specialist
• Self-advocacy training
• Advocacy with faculty
• Alternative testing arrangements
• Academic Support
• Assistance in accessing textbooks in alternative format
• Training to use assistive technology
• Assistance in arranging for note takers
• Assessment of academic skills
• Assistance with proofreading/editing written work
• Training in specific skills (study habits, memory training, test-taking strategies, etc).