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Occasionally, fieldwork/clinical accommodations may be warranted due to a student's disability. An Access Consultant determines fieldwork/clinical accommodation.
Occasionally, fieldwork/clinical accommodations may be warranted due to a student's disability. An Access Consultant determines fieldwork/clinical accommodation.
Examples of possible fieldwork/clinical accommodations may include:
Examples of possible fieldwork/clinical accommodations may include:
Additional time for case notes
Clinical/Fieldwork location- local assignment
Feedback in written format
Latex allergy - need latex-free kit
Limited mobility/ROM
Permission to sit
Permission to take breaks
Reasonable attendance adjustment
Weight restrictions- lifting
Q & A: Clinical and Fieldwork Accommodations
Q & A: Clinical and Fieldwork Accommodations
Are fieldwork and clinical accommodations the same as academic accommodations?
Are fieldwork and clinical accommodations the same as academic accommodations?
No. There are accommodations that are specific to fieldwork settings that are different from academic accommodations. Additionally, due to the physical and/or interpersonal nature of fieldwork, different accommodations may be appropriate in the fieldwork setting that are not needed in the academic setting.
I don’t have academic accommodations; do I need fieldwork accommodations?
I don’t have academic accommodations; do I need fieldwork accommodations?
Fieldwork accommodations may still be appropriate even if academic accommodations are unnecessary. Due to the physical and/or interpersonal nature of fieldwork, different accommodations may be appropriate during fieldwork that are not needed in the academic setting.
Who should I talk to if I have questions about my fieldwork/clinical accommodations?
Who should I talk to if I have questions about my fieldwork/clinical accommodations?
Any questions that arise regarding fieldwork/clinical accommodations should be directed to our Access Consultant who specializes in healthcare and fieldwork/clinical accommodations.
My clinical supervisor is not honoring my fieldwork/clinical accommodations. What should I do?
My clinical supervisor is not honoring my fieldwork/clinical accommodations. What should I do?
If you feel you are not getting the support you need, or if you feel that your accommodations are not being honored, please make an appointment with an Access Consultant. We will work together with you and your fieldwork/clinical supervisor to ensure the appropriate accommodations are implemented and utilized within your field of study.
Can my service animal be present during my fieldwork/clinical placement?
Can my service animal be present during my fieldwork/clinical placement?
Services animals are considered a right and not an accommodation. Only in circumstances where there is a health or safety concern will the animal not be permitted during fieldwork.
Can my emotional support animal be present during class or fieldwork/clinical placement?
Can my emotional support animal be present during class or fieldwork/clinical placement?
No. Emotional support animals are not permitted to be present during class and/or fieldwork/clinical placements.
I am hard of hearing are their accommodations available for me?
I am hard of hearing are their accommodations available for me?
Yes, there are accommodations that address hearing and communication ability. This accommodation will vary upon your disability as well as field of study. Possible accommodations could include having a sign language interpreter, or have the fieldwork supervisor provide all feedback in written format. An Access Consultant will assist you in determining which accommodations are best suited for your needs and program of study.
How do I manage disability related appointments during fieldwork/clinicals?
How do I manage disability related appointments during fieldwork/clinicals?
Accommodations can be put into place to assist in providing you access to your disability related appointments. The type of accommodation will vary from student-to-student dependent upon disability as well as field of study. Possible considerations could be local assignments, adjusted clinical hours or rotation time. An Access Consultant will help assist in determining which type of accommodations may be best suited for your needs and field of study.
Do I need to tell my fieldwork/clinical coordinator details about my disability?
Do I need to tell my fieldwork/clinical coordinator details about my disability?
No. The office of Student Accessibility and Accommodations act as a barrier between you and the faculty/staff within your program of study. You are not required to discuss details of your disability with your fieldwork coordinator.
I have limited mobility, are their fieldwork/clinical accommodations available for me?
I have limited mobility, are their fieldwork/clinical accommodations available for me?
Yes, there are fieldwork/clinical accommodations that address mobility. This accommodation will vary from student-to-student dependent upon disability as well as field of study. A few possible accommodations could include PCA, limited ROM, weight restrictions, permission to sit, or permission to take breaks. An Access Consultant will assist you to determine which accommodations are best suited for your needs and program of study.
Questions about Health Science Accommodations?
Questions about Health Science Accommodations?
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