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Proof of Disability
"Proof of Disability" is formal documentation of a disability that conforms to the Americans with Disabilities Act or to Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act. Documentation should come from a qualified professional such as a physician, psychologist, psychotherapist, educational psychologist, learning disability specialist, audiologist or neuro-psychologist.Sample Proof of Disability Documents - For learning disabilities:
An Educational/Psychological Evaluation Report (with diagnosis) - For attention deficit disorders:
A physician's statement of diagnosis or a psychologist's report - For deaf/hard of hearing:
An audiogram - For physical impairment:
A physician's statement of diagnosis - For visual impairment:
A physician's statement of diagnosis - For emotional impairment:
A statement of a specific diagnosis from a qualified professional - For neurological impairment:
A physician's statement of diagnosis Proof of Disability documents should contain a clear, formal diagnosis of a specific disability or disabilities, along with information on student needs and reasonable accommodations. Diagnostic statements should be on formal letterhead and must be legible.
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