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Documentation Requirements and Guidelines
Physical and Systemic Disorders
In order for students at Montana State University-Great Falls College of Technology to receive disability-related support services on campus, current documentation of disability must be on file with the Disability Services Coordinator.
Documentation for physical disabilities or systemic illnesses (including, but not limited to multiple sclerosis, cerebral palsy, chemical sensitivities, spinal cord injuries, cancer, AIDS, muscular dystrophy and spina bifida) must be provided by a medical practitioner with experience and expertise in the assessment and diagnosis of that disorder.
In order to assist Disability Services in collaborating with students to determine appropriate accommodations, we recommend that documentation include the following:
- A clear statement of the medical diagnosis.
- A statement of the current impact the disability has on the student's
functioning (disabilities that are sporadic or degenerative may require
more frequent evaluation).
- A summary of assessment procedures and evaluation instruments used
to make the diagnosis, including evaluation results and standardized
scores if applicable.
- Medical information relating to the student's needs, including the impact
of medication on the student's ability to meet the demands of the
postsecondary environment.
- A statement of the functional impact or limitations of the disability on
learning or other major life activities and the degree to which it impacts
the learning context for which accommodations are being requested.
Further assessment by an appropriate professional may be required if co-existing learning disabilities or other disabling conditions are indicated. If you have any questions regarding the provision of documentation, please contact the Disability Services Coordinator at 771-4311.
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