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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

• Support students in their transitions to college,
• help students understand the disability accommodations to which they are entitled, and
• assist students in obtaining disability accommodations and faculty support.

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:

• A diagnosis or description of the disabling condition,
• a description of how the disability will impact the students ability to learn and/or negotiate the school environment, and
• suggestions regarding appropriate accommodations and services.

What services are available to students with disabilities?

Services available to students with disabilities will depend upon the nature of the disabilities, recommendations of the diagnosing professionals, and accommodations previously found to be effective. Following are examples of services LSCC students with disabilities may receive.

• Supportive counseling
• Sign language interpreters
• Notetakers
• Assistive technologies
• Scribes
• Large print materials
• Readers
• Books on tape
• Extended time on tests
• Instructor notification

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.

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.