What options are available for the learning disabled student?
For students with learning disabilities and their families, the college search process can be especially difficult. While most colleges and universities provide services for students, the scope of these options can be vastly different. Porter Education Consulting can help students identify their needs in the college setting and identify those schools which will best meet their needs. Working closely with the student and parents, the following steps are included in the PEC process: • Evaluation of the student’s high school record, including transcript, test scores, psychological evaluation, IEP or other school documentation. • Determination of appropriate accommodations for college testing and assistance in preparing the necessary applications for testing accommodations. • Developing a profile of the programs or services that will meet the student’s needs. • Creating a list of appropriate schools for the student and parents to consider. • Interest inventories and skill assessments to he
