Accessibility Services

Student Accommodations at North Central

North Central is committed to providing equal opportunities and access for all students. North Central provides student accommodations following the guidance of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Civil Rights Act of 1964. Our accessibility services coordinator will also assist students living in the residence hall, including dietary accommodations, service animals, or emotional support animals.

How do students request course accommodations*?

1. Apply and enroll for class at North Central Michigan College. For housing accommodations, please register to live in our dorm.
2. To apply for accommodations please contact accessibility@ncmich.edu or call 231-348-6605 with questions or concerns.

*Timing: For requests including contracted services (e.g., interpreter), specialized equipment, or assistive technology, please make requests as soon as possible (at least two weeks before the start of the semester) to ensure adequate time to arrange the accommodations.

Documentation

To determine eligibility for accommodations, students are required to provide documentation of your disability and it’s impact on your access to North Central courses or college life.

Types of Accommodation

1. Classroom
2. Dietary
3. Housing
4. Emotional Support or Service Animal

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Student Assistance

Student assistance is also available to any student who has formally enrolled in or declared an intent to enroll in an occupational certificate or occupational degree program at North Central and is qualified as one or more of the following:

• Individuals with a disability
• Individuals who are economically disadvantaged
• Individuals preparing for nontraditional fields
• Single parents
• Individuals who are out of the workforce
• Youth who are in or have aged out of the foster care system
• English learners
• Individuals who are homeless

Students who fit one of the above-listed descriptions qualify for scholarship funds, advocacy, career guidance, academic advising, personal counseling, tutoring, and special needs assistance.

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Learning Technology & Digital Supports Technology and Education

Technologies designed for users with disabilities are called Assistive Technologies. However, these technologies are powerful tools that help any user become a more efficient and effective learner. Many of these technologies are free and readily available. The AT Hive website from Ireland is an excellent resource about a range of assistive technologies.

Each area below has free (and some paid) resources to help you achieve your educational goals.