Resources and Forms
- Welcome Packet - The welcome packet is full of information that will help you better understand the services offered by the ACCESS office.
- Accessing Accommodate - Enclosed you'll find our PowerPoint module on how to use our online system, Accommodate, to schedule exams, submit semester requests, request appointments and more!
Accepted Documentation
- Documentation Guidelines - The most useful documentation not only specifies a diagnosis, but also provides scored testing done to establish the diagnosis and functional impacts on higher education. This not only gives you as the individual a better understanding of what functional impacts you are mitigating, but enables us as an office to craft the most comprehensive accommodation package possible. Please review this document with your qualified professional to determine what documentation is needed by ACCESS staff prior to approving services.
- Documentation Guidelines Companion Form - If your provider has not provided a sufficient document on authenticated letterhead in accordance with the documentation guidelines above, this fillable form can be provided to your physician to help provide a more comprehensive understanding of the functional limitations experienced as a result of your diagnosis.
We accept many different forms of documentation which includes but is not limited to:
- An Individualized Education program (IEP) - please note we may ask for supplemental documentation if the IEP indicates you were ineligible for services under IDEA (Individuals with Disabilities Education Act).
- a 504 Plan - A document describing services or accommodations provided pursuant to Section 504 of the Rehabilitation act of 1973
- Please be advised that most IEPs and 504 Plans do not include actual disability documentation. It is often best to contact the last school attended and request a copy of what was authorized for accommodations.
- A plan or record of service from a private school, local education agency, state educational agency or other institution of higher education provided in accordance with the ADA.
- A plan or record of disability from another institution of higher education.
- A record or evaluation from a relevant licensed professional finding that an individual has a disability
- Documentation of disability due to military service in the uniformed services.
- Consent for Release of Confidential Information - Please complete this form in the event you need us to release copies of your documentation to another institution or organization.
External Resources
- DHS: Rehabilitation Services: Apply Online - If you live in Illinois and have a disability, the Division of Rehabilitation Services may be able to help you find a job or live at home independently.
- DHS: Rehabilitation Services eligibility criteria - for determining eligibility and rehabilitation needs.
- FERPA (Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act) form - this document is for any eligible students to consent to the disclosure of educational records to their parent(s) or guardian.
- ACCESS for International Students - Please look at this document to understand how ACCESS might be able to help while attending SIUE.
Diagnosis Related Resources
The following documents were compiled and created to provide contact information for campus offices, community agencies, and organizations, as well as helpful articles and directories for individuals to refer to in relation to their specific diagnosis. Please feel free to utilize these resources as often as needed.
- ADHD ( Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder) Resources
- Anxiety Resources
- Autism Resources
- Depression Resources
- Dyslexia Resources
- PTSD (Post-traumatic Stress Disorder) Resources
