Persons with disabilities at TCNJ are encouraged to visit the Office for Differing Abilities to identify suitable accommodations and services. Any questions, difficulties, or concerns should be referred to the Office for Differing Abilities as soon as possible. All students and employees seeking accommodation under section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 et seq. or the Americans with Disabilities Act must self-identify with the Office for Differing Abilities. For accommodations, a written requisition must be submitted to this office. Documentation - It is the responsibility of students and employees to submit documentation of physical or learning disabilities from qualified and licensed medical or testing personnel.
Expenses incurred in obtaining the professional verification are the individual's responsibility.
Disabilities Verification of the disabling condition must be obtained from a licensed health care professional that is qualified and currently or recently associated with the individual. The diagnosis must reflect the present level of functioning of the major life activity affected by the disability. Collaboration with speech and language clinicians, reading specialists and other educational professionals may be appropriate and necessary for a comprehensive assessment. Results of a clinical interview with the individual and descriptions of testing procedures, instruments used, test and sub-test results reported in standard scores should be included. A clear diagnostic statement based on test results and personal history must be included.