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Student Access Services – Registration Process
1. Student provides documentation of disability to Student Access Services. Documentation requirements are determined by disabling condition. Four disability categories exist: attention deficit disorder, medical disabilities, psychiatric disabilities, and learning disabilities. Attention deficit disorder is classified as a medical disability. In addition, students who are recent high school graduates may submit an evaluation report from their high school. Documentation should be faxed (717) 780-1165, emailed (clkerper@hacc.edu), or mailed to:
Carole Kerper, Director
Student Access Services
Harrisburg Area Community College One HACC Drive, C-133
Harrisburg, PA 17110
2. If a student wishes, he/she may schedule an informational visit to campus and Access Services prior to application and acceptance. Access Services staff will schedule time to meet with prospective students and outline available services, discuss strengths, help the student evaluate potential majors (discussing specifically how the disability will affect performance in the area), and discuss accessibility of the campus.
3. Access Services reviews documentation. If documentation is sufficient, the student will be contacted by phone or mail and invited to have an intake where services will be determined. If documentation is insufficient, the student will be notified and will be requested to obtain additional information.
4. Student (and parent if requested) will meet with Director to determine specific services. Through use of the documentation and discussion, a service plan will be outlined. Student will be informed of rights and responsibilities regarding Access Services.
5. The student will be asked to fill out a verification letter request form, detailing courses for the upcoming or current semester. A verification letter request must be completed each semester to continue service provision.
6. Students may meet regularly or periodically with Access Services staff for help with time management and other study skills as well as discussion of accommodations.
Guide to Disability Services at www.HACC.edu Use the Student Portal
On the right hand side, under Student Success Resources go to Disability Services to reach the following:
 Accessing Services – is a link to the various types of disabilities and the documentation needed.  Contact Us – Provides contact information for ODS on all campuses.
 Forms and Links – Printable ODS forms and related links.
 Services Provided – Explains what services ODS offers.
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