Accessibility

What is accessibility?

STCC adheres to Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990, and the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments (ADAAA) of 2008 which states that "no qualified individual with a disability shall, solely on the basis of their disability, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or otherwise be subjected to discrimination under any program or activity in higher education”.

Accessibility is the word used to describe whether a product (for example, a website, mobile site, digital content, or application) can be used by people of varying abilities. There are four broad categories of accessibility:

STCC is committed to the success of all students, and we strive to achieve equal educational opportunities to allow full access for students with disabilities.

See the video for an overview of accessibility or review the "What is accessibility" slides and slide notes. 

Office of Disability Services

The STCC Office of Disability Services (ODS) provides accommodations, services, and auxiliary aids to students with disabilities.

Creating an optimal learning environment is a unique and collaborative process. ODS works closely with faculty to ensure that the academic integrity of each course remains intact while preserving equal access to course content and materials for qualified students at the same time.

ODS also strives to foster partnerships with faculty, staff, and students, promote disability awareness throughout the campus community, and provide guidance regarding college policies and procedures pertaining to the rights and privileges of persons with disabilities.

Services Offered:

If you have any questions, see the ODS website, or contact them by email (disability_services@stcc.edu) or phone (413-755-4785).