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Office of Accessibility Resources

Federal laws, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, protect qualified individuals with disabilities from discrimination based on disability and guarantee equal opportunity for access to programs and services. Cayuga Community College complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations regarding reasonable and appropriate services and accommodations for students with documented disabilities.

Accommodations and Services

Accommodations and services accessed through the Office of Accessibility Resources may include but are not limited to:

  • Interpreters
  • Notetakers
  • Time extensions for tests
  • Alternative test sites 
  • Technology to assist reading and writing
  • Magnification devices
  • Physical accommodations, such as special classroom seating or architectural accessibility

Services and accommodations for all students with disabilities are coordinated through the Office of Accessibility Resources, located within the Learning Commons – Academic Support. Students with disabilities should provide current and complete documentation as early as possible so that the college can provide appropriate and timely services and accommodations. 

Students with sponsoring agencies, such as Adult Career and Continuing Education Services-Vocational Rehabilitation (ACCES-VR), Aurora of Central New York, Inc., or the NYS Commission for the Blind (NYSCB), are advised to contact the agency several weeks before the start of classes. This ensures that all necessary paperwork is completed, facilitating a smooth transition into the academic environment.