With the student's consent, these instruments are used by counselors when they feel that the data provided will facilitate the student's use of the service. Counselors provide outreach programs on many topics, including stress management, assertiveness training, dealing with the blues, relationship building, and special student concerns. All counseling services are free of charge, confidential, and are available on an appointment or a walk-in basis. The Disability Services Coordinator, who is a counselor in the Counseling Services Office, coordinates academic support services for students who have a permanent or temporary disability. Individuals eligible for services include but are not limited to those with mobility, hearing, learning, visual, speech, or specific neurological disabilities.
Services are available free of charge on a self-referral basis.
The student should contact the Counseling Services Office as soon as possible to schedule an appointment with the Disability Services Coordinator. The Counseling Services Office is also responsible for providing special assistance for students diagnosed as having specific learning disabilities. To become eligible for special services at Southern Polytechnic State University, a student must verify the specific learning disability by having a psychological evaluation on file in the Counseling Services Office. Reading comprehension Mathematics calculation Mathematics reasoning The individual student will be responsible for all related examination fees. A student who suspects a learning disability, but who does not have proper documentation, is strongly advised to contact the Counseling Services Office for appropriate referrals.