Services for Staff and Faculty with Disabilities
In keeping with the University of Cape Coast’s commitment to equity for all employees, Office of Disability Services (ODS) serves all staff and faculty members with disabilities by providing direct services and collaborating in the delivery of other support services according to the individual’s disability-related needs. The Office has a broad range of expertise in matters pertaining to persons with disabilities and appropriate accommodations and thus can be consulted with regard to disability-related issues. Its primary on-going areas of support to faculty and staff members are:
Communication Support Services
Sign language interpretation may be provided for staff and faculty members who are deaf or hard of hearing. Note-takers, scribes, or readers are also available.
Alternative Media/Assistive Technology Support Services
Upon request, ODS will complete an assessment with staff and faculty members with disabilities to determine who may benefit from alternative media, the use of assistive technology or other specialized equipment, as well as training in those technologies or use of those devices. Training will be provided such services as recommended.
Transportation Support
The staff or faculty member may request on-campus mobility assistance (shuttle service) to and from college courses and related educational activities. Staff persons with a disability must be given a work space that is fully accessible, in terms of physical access and ICT/Assistive Technology.