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Accommodations

Disability related accommodations (e.g., academic, housing, ESA, service animal, and dietary) are processed by the Accessibility and Disability Services Offic (ADSO).  In order to receive services or accommodations, a student must establish they have been identified with a physical, psychological or learning disability. Contacting our offices early to compile the required documentation and conduct the intake process is recommended. Examples of academic accommodations may include: low distraction testing, extended time for tests, note taking, and alternative media. 

The ADSO is the only department designated by the University to obtain, review and maintain records of your disability as they pertain to accommodations, and is committed to ensuring that all information regarding a student is confidentially maintained as required by law.

Apply for Services

Students who have a verified disability are eligible for services through the ADSO office.

To receive services, follow these steps:

1. Students must complete the online appplication process. Students must provide the ADSO with verification of disability from an appropriate and acceptable professional. Documents including diagnosis,  prognosis, and functional limitations assist ADSO staff in providing the best fit accommodations. IEP/504 plan documents may be considered based  on content. A student may use the Provider Verification of Diagnosis form provided on this page. These documents should be uploaded during the online application process. 
2. Make an appointment for an initial interview. During this meeting, you will discuss the functional limitations you may  experience while on campus and different accommodations that may be helpful.
3. Additional appointments may be necessary for training and orientation in using specific accommodations to best serve the student.
4. At the conclusion of the new student appointment, Faculty Notification (Accommodation) Letters and other qualification forms will be sent to faculty members. Timely requests are crucial to the process of facilitating accommodations.

Forms 

• Provider Verification of Diagnosis Form (pdf)
• Authorization to Release/Exchange Confidential Information
• Emotional Support Animal (ESA) Verification Form

Scheduling Proctored Testing Appointments with Accessibility & Disability Services

• Contact Dr. Vides, Disability Coordinator (DVides@csum.edu) 3-5 business days before your test date to arrange your proctored appointment(s) in the ADSO Test Center (SSB, Rm. 122). 

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Temporary Disability

The ADSO provides services for students with temporary disabilities who register with our office. 

Students applying for Temporary Disability must complete and submit the the ADSO's intake form and submit a medical documentation form completed by their treating practitioner. Forms may be accessed at the links below; once documentation is received by the ADSO, students with temporary disabilities may be authorized for these services, as needed:

ADSO ONLINE APPLICATION AND PORTAL  

Medical Documentation Form