Furthermore, the Office of DisAbility Services continually strives to improve and incorporate comprehensive services to eliminate physical, programmatic, and attitudinal barriers incumbent with disabilities not only for students but also for faculty, staff and guests on our campus. In addition, the Office of DisAbility Services seeks to strengthen our partnership with community agencies within the catchment area of Northwest Arkansas in order to develop and disseminate innovative models and exemplary practices that promotes leadership and cultural awareness in the arenas of postsecondary education, rehabilitation, and student services. Philosophy The Office of DisAbility Services is committed to providing equal opportunities to individuals with disabilities. NorthWest Arkansas Community College endorses and is subject to both the Americans with Disabilities Act and section 504 of the 1973 Rehabilitation Act. Through established procedures, students with disabilities are provided services that assist in minimizing academic barriers by maximizing educational and programmatic access.
Services are available to any admitted and enrolled student who has a documented disability.
Individuals eligible for services include those with mobility, orthopedic, hearing, vision, or speech impairments, as well as, those with other health-related disabilities, traumatic brain injuries, learning disabilities, or psychiatric disabilities. In order to establish eligibility to receive services via the ODS, individuals must complete a three-step process. The next step is the submission of documentation to substantiate the disability. Acceptable documentation is medical, psychoeducational, or psychological records or correspondence clearly diagnosing or delineating the disability and signed by a licensed professional. After a review of the application and disability documentation, eligibility determination is made by the Coordinator of DisAbility services.