Chapter 1: Accommodations Basics for Students with Disabilities

Understanding OHRC – Duty to Accommodate

• • Gain insight into the Ontario Human Rights Code (OHRC) and its duty to accommodate.
  • Recognize the essential principles and responsibilities associated with accommodation under OHRC.
  • Apply knowledge of accommodation requirements in practical scenarios relevant to Cambrian College’s policies and practices.

Privacy and Confidentiality in Academic Settings 

• • Define privacy and confidentiality within the context of Cambrian College’s academic and administrative environments.
  • Differentiate between privacy and confidentiality standards applicable to student records, staff interactions, and institutional policies.
  • Demonstrate an understanding of legal and ethical guidelines regarding privacy and confidentiality specific to Cambrian College.

Understanding the Medical Model of Disability

• • Explain the foundational concepts of the medical model of disability and its historical evolution.
  • Identify key attributes and critiques associated with the medical model’s approach to disability.
  • Evaluate the implications of the medical model in educational settings and its impact on Cambrian College’s disability support services.

Exploring the Social Model of Disability

• • Define the social model of disability and its relevance within Cambrian College’s inclusive practices.
  • Analyze the fundamental principles and components of the social model.
  • Discuss the role of the social model in promoting accessibility, equity, and inclusion for students and staff at Cambrian College.

Impact of Mental Health on Academic Accommodations

• • Explore the intersection of mental health challenges and accommodation needs in an academic context.
  • Identify common mental health conditions requiring accommodations among Cambrian College students.
  • Develop strategies to support students’ mental health needs effectively within Cambrian College’s academic framework.