Is it appropriate to waive fieldwork requirements for students with disabilities?
A. Postsecondary institutions must provide equal access to all academic and program essential requirements for students with disabilities. If a course or program is inaccessible, reasonable accommodations must be provided so that the student with a disability can fully participate. Fieldwork accommodations will vary based on the needs of each student, the fieldwork site, and the fieldwork requirements. Accommodations and activity alternatives should be considered. Developing an access and accommodation plan for fieldwork in cooperation with the student and disabled student services office may be an appropriate first priority. In general, waiver of the requirement is the least desirable alternative. Q.
