Disability Services requests that disability documentation adhere to the following standards:

• a qualified professional should conduct the evaluation and provide name, title, and professional credentials, including information about state licensure or certification number;
• the evaluation should include the diagnosis and be dated;
• the document should include the original signature of the professional responsible for the assessment of functioning;
• the evaluation needs to be current. Disabilities may change in severity over time and documentation should support current accommodation needs. Generally, most evaluations must be completed within the last three years;

• recommendations and rationale for accommodations must be based on the analysis of the functional impact of the diagnosis;

   

  Disability Services will determine the appropriate services, accommodations, and/or assistive technology on an individual basis after reviewing the provided documentation and meeting with the student. Insufficient documentation can result in the delay of services and accommodations.

Some students may develop medical conditions that take time to resolve such as broken limbs, illness or surgery. Occasionally a student may have requested ADA auxiliary aids but classes begin before the evaluation process is completed. TBCC may provide short-term assistance through auxiliary aids during this period.  “Short term” is defined as “not exceed 80% of current academic term.” We encourage instructors to use common sense and provide the accommodations that are needed, such as:

• Arrange for a fellow classmate to share class notes with the student;
• Provide extra time for the student to complete projects and assignments;
• Encourage the student to record lectures;
• Permit the student to audio record quiz and test answers. This accommodation might increase the amount of time needed to complete the exam;
• Provide the student with an oral quiz or exam.

If the student needs an accommodation that the instructor is unable to provide, the instructor may encourage the student to contact Student Services where additional auxiliary aids will be determined.

Please contact Chris Biegun, the Disability Services advisor if you would like to discuss strategies, or if you have any questions at (503) 842-8222 ext. 1125.

Information about your disability is considered a highly confidential part of your educational records which is protected by federal law (Federal Family Education Rights and Privacy Act of 1974).

It is the policy of Tillamook Bay Community College and its Board that there will be no discrimination or harassment on the grounds of race, color, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability height/weight ratio, organizational affiliation, or political affiliation in any educational programs, activities or employment. Lack of English language skills will not be a barrier to admission and participation in career and technical education programs. Persons having questions about nondiscrimination should contact the Director of Facilities, and Safety at TBCC, 4301 Third Street, Tillamook, Oregon, Room 122, Phone (503) 842-8222 ext. 1020 or TDD (503) 842-2467.

• Section 504 Coordinator, Rhoda Hanson,  Associate Vice President of Student Services, 4301 Third Street, Tillamook, Oregon,  Room 116, Phone (503) 842-8222 1100
• Title II Coordinator, Pat Ryan, Director - Facilities, and Safety, 4301 Third Street, Tillamook, Oregon, Room 122, Phone (503) 842-8222 1020
• Title IX Coordinator, Pat Ryan, Director-Facilities, and Safety, 4301 Third Street, Tillamook, Oregon, Room 122, Phone (503) 842-8222 1020

Returning students need to sure to begin these steps immediately after you've registered for classes and before the term begins:

1. Meet with your Disability Services advisor to submit your "Approved Academic Accommodations" form after you have registered for classes and before the beginning of the term.
2. You will be notified by your Disability Services Advisor of which accommodations have been approved.
3. Work with your instructors and Disability Services Advisor to ensure a clear understanding of services to be provided.

NONDISCRIMINATION STATEMENT

Tillamook Bay Community College does not tolerate unlawful discrimination based on race, color, religion, ethnicity, use of native language, national origin, sex, marital status, height/weight ratio, disability, veteran status, age, or sexual orientation in any area, activity or operation of the College. In addition, the college complies with the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (as amended), related Executive Orders 11246 and 11375, Title IX of the Education Amendments Act of 1972, Sections 503 and 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (as amended), USERRA- Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act, and all county, state and federal civil rights laws. Accordingly, equal opportunity for employment, admission, and participation in the college's benefit and services shall be extended to all persons, and the college shall promote equal opportunity and treatment through a positive and continuing affirmative action plan.

COMPLAINT PROCEDURES

Tillamook Bay Community College supports you and your right to make a complaint when you believe that you have been denied equal access in the form of appropriate accommodations or that you have experienced discriminatory treatment as described in Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and The Americans with Disabilities Act. While we encourage you to resolve your concerns directly with the TBCC staff person involved, we recognize that this may not always be appropriate and offer the following informal and formal resolution procedures.

ADA COMPLAINT PROCEDURE

The College prohibits retaliation against any person who makes a good faith complaint of discrimination of harassment and retaliation against any person who in good faith cooperates in an investigation of alleged harassment or discrimination.

RESOLVING CONCERNS WITH GENERAL COLLEGE STAFF, PROGRAMS, DEPARTMENTS, AND ORGANIZATIONS

You are encouraged to discuss your concerns with your Disability Services advisor. Your advisor can assist you in resolving concerns by clarifying your concerns and facilitating communication with any staff person, program, department, or organization. Any concerns that are not resolved must be reported to the Vice President of Student Services.

RESOLVING DISCRIMINATION CONCERNS OUTSIDE OF THE COLLEGE

You may file an external complaint of disability discrimination with the U.S. Department of Education's Office for Civil Rights.

Seattle Office

Office for Civil Rights

U.S. Department of Education

915 Second Avenue Room 331 0

Seattle, WA 98174-1099

Telephone: (206) 607-1600

FAX: (206) 607-1601

TDD: (800) 877-8339

Email: OCR.Seattle@ed.gov

Link to the U.S. Dept. of Ed.

Office for Civil Rights | U.S. Department of Education