What should faculty/staff do if they suspect a student has a disability?
Do NOT ask a student if s/he has a disability. Approach him/her as any other student having difficulty in a class. Inquire about what might be impacting the student’s progress in the class. A student with a disability will likely disclose at this time, if the difficulties are disability related. Refer the student to Disability Concerns if he/she discloses a disability, or indicates s/he suspects a disability. If neither of these scenarios occur, we recommend providing the student with a list of campus resources, such as the University Center for Learning Assistance (UCLA).
Related Questions
- Are students required to submit documentation regarding his / her disability to faculty and staff other than the Coordinator of Student Disability Services?
- Is a student required to submit any documentation regarding his/her disability to faculty and staff other than SSWD?
- What should faculty/staff do if they suspect a student has a disability?
