Criteria for Documentation
As every person is unique, disability documentation will vary depending on an individual’s circumstances. Please see below for a guide on required documentation based on disability.
| Disability | IEP/504 Plan | Medical Documentation |
|---|---|---|
| Learning Disability (e.g. Dyslexia, SLD, Intellectual Disability) | ||
| IEP/504 for OHI or EBD | ||
| ADHD or ADD | ||
| Psychological Diagnosis (e.g., Anxiety, Depression, Bi‑Polar) | ||
| Physical Disability (e.g., mobility) | ||
| Chronic Illness (e.g., Diabetes, POTS, Epilepsy) | ||
| Hard of Hearing/Low Vision |
All Documentation:
- Must be current - within the last three years is preferred; permanent disabilities may not need updates as often, but changing conditions may need more recent information
- If multiple disabilities exist, documentation should confirm each one
- Recent evaluations and additional medical or psychiatric documentation may be requested
IEP/504 Plans
IEP/504 Plans for a Specific Learning Disability (SLD) must specify type of SLD (i.e. “Specific Learning Disability in Reading”, “Specific Learning Disability in Math”)
Medical Documentation
Medical Doccumentation must be a dated and signed letter from a licensed professional qualified in the appropriate specialty area related to disability. The letter must be on official letterhead and include each of the following:
- Professional’s name, title, & credentials
- Diagnosis/condition
- Date of diagnosis
- Explain how disability affects you in an academic setting
Print the Documentation Requirements
We are providing a PDF of this information for students to take with them to their providers. Please print the Disability Documentation Requirements .
Note:Documentation accepted by Southwest Tech Disability Services may not be accepted by other organizations (e.g. testing agencies, licensure exams, and certification programs). Please check with the specific organizations to determine their documentation requirements.