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Guidelines for Documentation of a Visual DisabilityTo qualify for services, a student must provide documentation of a diagnosed visual disability. The guidelines that follow are provided to assure that documentation is appropriate to determine eligibility and to support requests for reasonable accommodations. The Office of Disability Services (ODS) staff is available to consult with students or diagnosticians regarding the following guidelines: Documentation for Visual DisabilitiesDocumentation of a visual disability must come from a qualified professional. Ophthalmologists are the primary professionals involved in diagnosis and medical treatment of individuals who are blind or experience low vision. Optometrists provide information regarding the measurement of visual acuity as well as tracking and fusion difficulties. The name, title, and credentials of the qualified professional writing the report should be included. Recommended documentation includes:
Further assessment by an appropriate professional may be required if co-existing learning disabilities or other disabling conditions are indicated. The student and the Office of Disability Services (ODS) collaboratively determine appropriate accommodations. ALL DOCUMENTATION IS CONFIDENTIAL AND SHOULD BE SUBMITTED TO: Jane Warner or faxed to a confidential line at 603-358-2313. |
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