Register with Disability Resources
Students will require the following documentation to comple your registration with Disability Resources.
Disclosure - At times it may be necessary for us to communicate with other university staff and disclose disability related information, in order to successfully negotiate appropriate services and supports. You will be asked to sign a consent form which provides a level of permission for us to communicate with others either verbally, in writing or electronically when negotiating your accommodations or other requirements .The consent form offers you 3 levels of disclosure:
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full disclosure (permission to release the nature of my condition and its effects on my studies to relevant staff at USQ)
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partial disclosure (permission to release only the impact of my condition on my studies to relevant staff at USQ)
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no disclosure (I do not wish for the nature or effects of my condition to be discussed with relevant staff at USQ.)
Initial Appointments with Disability Resources
You will be required to participate in an initail appointment to discuss what services and supports may assist you during your studies. The appointment will take approximately one hour either face to face, or telephone appointments are available upon request. To arrange an appointment please contact us
Notifying your examiners
A notification document will be prepared and forwarded to your examiners which outlines the recommended accommodations and support required. Yoou should then introduce yourself to the examiners so that they are aware of who you are and of anything that they can do to assist you.
It is recommended that you keep a copy of the document and provide a copy of it to your examiners each semester.
Making Changes
Should you wish to make changes to your accommodations please contact us.
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