What kinds of accommodations does DSS offer?

DSS offers a wide range of accommodations. Appropriate accommodations are determined based on each student's disability and the supporting documentation. Some of the more common accommodations are: Extended time/quiet environment on exams Notetaker/ recorded lectures Reader/scribe Adaptive technology ASL interpreter Extended time/quiet environment on exams eText

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What documentation do I need to provide to DSS?

Students must provide current documentation of the disability (documentation is usually within 3 years). The documentation needs to be from a qualified professional (physician, psychologist, certified counselor, etc.) and needs to include: The nature of the disability and how it impacts the student's ability to participate in major life activities. Results of assessments used to [...]

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How do I obtain documentation?

YVC does not evaluate students for disability. The student must provide documentation, which should be available from wherever your disability was diagnosed; your doctor, counselor, HS, etc. If you have not been diagnosed with a disability, but believe you have one, you may want to meet with a qualified professional to have them assess whether [...]

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Does DSS offer tutoring?

DSS does not provide tutoring as an accommodation. It is an academic support service available to all students attending YVC. However, we do encourage students to utilize the various support services available. Yakima Campus: Tutoring Center (Raymond Library, Building 7, Room 201) Online Tutoring (Accessed through tutoring webpage) Math Center (Glenn-Anthon, Building 4, Room 101) [...]

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