Student Success Centre at Dal AC

Request Accommodation

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Accessibility Services uses the Accommodate platform for all student accessibility related services. You can login to Accommodate by clicking here.

When to make an accommodation request
Submit your accommodation request prior to the start of the term or as soon as a barrier is identified. If you're unsure whether you require accommodations,you can email questions to accessAC@dal.ca or self-schedule an appointment by clicking here.

Documents needed to apply for accommodation

All requested documentation must be uploaded digitally to Accommodate.

Physical or Mental Health (Dis)Ability

You will need to have the following form filled out if you have a physical or mental health (dis)ability:

Disability Assessment Form [PDF]: This includes information about your (dis)ability from the psychologist or physician responsible for your diagnosis and/or follow-up

If you require assistance completing this paperwork, you can email questions to accessAC@dal.ca or self-schedule an appointment by clicking here.

Learning (Dis)Ability

A copy of a psycho-educational assessment completed by a Registered Psychologist substitutes for the Disability Assessment form.

Any additional documentation related to your learning (such as from high school) is also beneficial but considered supplemental.

To apply for academic accommodation for a protected characteristic other than (dis)ability (such as religious observance or family status), please contact the Accessibility Coordinator at accessAC@dal.ca or self-book an appointment by clicking here.

How accommodation decisions are made and communicated

After your documents are received and reviewed through the Accommodate portal, you will need to book an appointment with the Accessibility Coordinator.

Step 1: Registration

Upon consultation with you, a Student Accessibility Plan is developed. The plan considers the different learning environments at university and learning outcomes of specific courses/programs and is based in part on the documents provided.

You will receive a Student Registration Letter by email which documents the Student Accessibility Plan and includes information on how to use your accommodations and other campus resources.

Step 2: Renewal

After registration, you are responsible for logging into Accommodate and renewing your academic accommodations each semester. Once the renewal is approved, you and your professors will receive a letter detailing your accommodation plan.

Although not required, you may then meet with your instructor about your accommodation plan. Faculty have specialized knowledge about the courses they teach as well as the workflow during the semester which can be helpful to you.

Students requesting accommodation for the first time

For first-time accommodations at Dalhousie or Faculty of Open Learning & Career Development (formerly College of Continuing Education).

Step 1: Complete and submit a request for accommodation through the Centre's Accommodate software [log-in required with your NetID, not your alias].

Step 2: Submit your supporting documentation for review through the Centre's Accommodate software [log-in required with your NetID, not your alias].

Step 3: Book an appointment with an advisor to discuss your request. Appointments are conducted in-person or virtually and are mandatory.

Step 4: If approved, your advisor will confirm your accommodation(s) and notify you, your instructors, and others if required (e.g. residence).

Step 5: If you have exam accommodations, additional steps will be required (onsite exams only).

All steps are required in order to implement accommodations.

Students who have previously had an accommodation

For students who have previously had an accommodation at Dalhousie or the Faculty of Open Learning & Career Development (formerly the College of Continuing Education).

Step 1: Complete and submit a request for accommodation through the Centre's Accommodate software [log-in required with your NetID, not your alias].

Step 2: If you are requesting changes, submit new documentation for review through the Centre's Accommodate software [log-in required with your NetID, not your alias]. Otherwise, no new documentation is required.

Step 3: If you are requesting changes, you may be required to meet with your advisor for further discussion. Your advisor will inform you if this is necessary.

Step 4: If approved, your advisor will confirm your accommodation(s) and notify you, your instructors, and others if required (e.g. residence).

Step 5: If you have exam accommodations, additional steps are required. (for onsite exams only)

Please note: if you have been away from Dalhousie for more than 1 full year, you will need to start with a new request.