Accomodations

Policy Number: 4.1.8
Effective Date: February 28, 2023
Revision History: February 8, 2018
Policy Contact: Director of Disability Services

I. Purpose and Policy Statement

Georgia Gwinnett College complies with federal mandates to ensure non-discrimination based on disability as required in Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and Title II of the Americans with Disability Act of 1990 (“ADA”).The Accommodations policy outlines the requirements that ensures compliance with the BOR Policy Manual 4.1.5 Students with Disabilities.

If GGC staff determine that a student qualifies for services under the interactive process of the ADA, GGC staff shall determine the appropriate accommodation which can include, but is not limited to, extended time on exams, distraction reduced testing room, notetaking services, books in alternative format, 24-hour extensions for homework, recording lectures, sign language interpreters etc. The process for providing the appropriate accommodation for a student with a demonstrated disability is a collaborative effort between Disability Services, the course instructor, and the student needing an accommodation.  

II. Scope

All students receiving accommodations under this policy, instructors, and staff are responsible for understanding and complying with this policy.

III. Compliance

An employee or course instructor’s failure to comply with the accommodations policy may result in a violation of the state or federal laws as well as GGC policies.

IV. Related Regulations, Statutes, Policies, and Procedures

BOR Academic and Student Affairs Handbook Appendix D: Disability Documentation
Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990
Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973