Disability Support Policy

The ethos of any support we provide is to offer a student the opportunity to retain their independence and encourage them to gain maximum benefit from the whole student experience.

We welcome applications from students who have a disability or medical condition and are committed to promoting recruitment from the diverse communities we serve. The aim of the recruitment process is to ensure that support needs relating to a disability are separated from consideration of academic suitability. Potential students are asked if they require any support needs and this is noted on a spreadsheet. All information received from applicants is treated in a confidential manner and relayed only to those with a need to know; this is normally MKLC staff, the dedicated tutor, and the awarding body verifier. It is the responsibility of the student to advise of any needs they may have.

Adjustments or additional support arrangements for formal examinations are permitted on the recommendation of the tutor, principal and/or the awarding body. We are committed to ensuring that students who have a disability or medical condition, which could affect their performance in an examination, are able to demonstrate their ability in an examination setting while ensuring that they are not put at a disadvantage compared with other candidates. In the past arrangements have included additional time, and use of appropriate technology.

Special examination needs are normally discussed as part of the initial assessment process. However, it is recognised that a disability or medical condition may arise or circumstances change at any time after enrolment and/or during a course of study.

The online portal provides access for those with physical disabilities which are a barrier to attending premises. Use of Skype or Zoom also facilitates the face-to-face element of any course. The Moodle site offers learning resources intended to enable students with a range of disabilities, including sensory impairments and specific earning difficulties, such as dyslexia.

The office and meeting rooms are all accessible by wheelchair users and lifts are available for all students and staff to use.