Documentation Guidelines & Standards

Albright College has established documentation guidelines that require students to provide current and comprehensive information from a credentialed professional or medical practitioner. A student's high school IP or 504 plan may be helpful but these documents rarely provide information needed to make anoeeommodstion doricion in callono In addition come clinical evaluations can be too old to be of current use. The disability must be understood in relation to the college's courses, programs, and activities.

A diagnosis alone may not provide sufficient rationale for accommodations. Information about how the diagnosis affects the student is essential. A diagnosis or documentation of a specific disab ility does not necessarily guarantee approval for a particular accommodation-All decisions are made through an interactive process with the student

If the initial documentation provided is unclear or not sufficient, our review process may require clarification or additional information from clinical practitioners. With the student's written agreement, the SAA office may assist the student by reaching out to the initial evaluator if documentation inconsistencies or ünclear infor mation are identified. Please click on the link below to review our documentation guidelines.

Documentation Standards for ADD With or Without Hyperactivity

Documentation Standards for Learning and Neurodevelopmental Disorders

Documentation Standards for Medical Conditions/Physical Impairments (including hearing and vision)

Documentation Standards for Mental Health Disorders/Psychological Impairments

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Verification Forms

Verification forms are designed to help you gather the necessary documentation that aligns with Albright's document standards. These forms guide your provider with specific questions, ensuring they can offer clear and objective information. This process significantly aids the Director of SAA in evaluating your request. Please insure that these forms are accompanied by relevant testing results or other diagnostic information from your provider.

The use of verification forms is optional, and we will gladly accept alternative documentation fram providers; however, you are responsible for making sure that Albright receives all the information necessary to support your application for accommodations.

To use verification forms, please click on the links below for the form related to your specific accommodation request If you need assistance in determining which form(s) would be most appropriate for you, please contect our office for assistance.

Vision Impairments