SAC Learning

The College recognises that a number of students starting courses each year may have special needs in categories such as:

• Visual impairment
• Hearing difficulties
• Mobility problems
• Medical conditions
• Mental health difficulties
• Dyslexia
• Dyspraxia

For some students who may have an unseen special need, there can often be a reluctance to inform tutors and staff. However, by taking a positive attitude to disclosure, you will find the College's attitude and response similarly positive.

The disadvantages of non-disclosure could include staff being unaware of your needs and therefore unable to provide the appropriate help. This increases the liklihood of being treated on unequal terms compared with other students.

Disclosure, however, may well speed up the process of applying for additional financial help under the Disabled Students Allowance (DSA). The DSA can provide: equipment, e.g. computers and software; and personal help, e.g. scribes, readers; special diets; transport costs. 

In order to get the best from your student experience it is best to notify the Admissions Tutor or other member of College staff at the earliest opportunity of any difficulty that you are experiencing or are likely to experience. A needs interview may be arranged in order to identify your special need and assess the extent to which SAC can meet it.

Any queries about the Disabled Students Allowance Scheme, or Dyslexia Assessments, should be directed to Student Services.

 Copies of SAC's disability policy are available in the library.