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Office for Students with Disabilities What is the Office for Students with Disabilities (OSD)? The Office for Students with Disabilities (OSD) is a source of support and service for LSCC students with disabilities. OSD seeks to
Who qualifies for services through OSD? Any student admitted to LSCC with a documented disability may receive services. According to the Americans with Disabilities Act, an individual with a disability is one who has a physical or mental impairment that substantially limits one or more major life activities. A qualified professional must document disabilities in writing. The documenting letter and/or report must include:
For specific information see the Documentation Guidelines in the Related Links area. What services are available to students with disabilities? LSCC offers a comprehensive academic support program for qualified students, based on the provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973. All accommodations and services are arranged on an individual, case-by-case basis. The student must provide qualifying medical or psychological documentation that indicates the specific need for a reasonable accommodation in order to have equal access to programs and activities of the College. The student must also personally request, in a timely manner, that approved accommodations be provided for specific classes or activities.
How do I apply for services through OSD? To apply for OSD services at any of the Lake-Sumter Community College campuses, call (352) 365-3574 to schedule an appointment with an OSD counselor. You may apply for services at any time, but it is best to apply well before an academic term begins. To apply online, follow this link: Application for Services NOTE: Applying for admission to Lake-Sumter Community College is a separate process from applying for services through OSD. The OSD counselor can explain the admissions process or you may contact the Admissions Office at (352) 365-3573. Request Instructor Notification Letters for Current Semester Any student registered with the Office for Students with Disabilities at LSCC with a current accommodation plan must request Instructor Notification Letters (INL’s) each term. To make a request for INL’s to be available for pick up on the first day of classes for the next semester, students must fill out the “Instructor Notification Letter Request Form” and attach a copy of their student schedule. This form is available at all of following locations: South Lake and Sumter Campus Front Desks, the Academic Advising Desk on the Leesburg Campus, or students can follow this link to print out a copy: http://www.lscc.edu/admissions/2009/inlrf.pdf.
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