Initial Meeting

The initial meeting covers a lot of information and is designed to prepare you for your next steps of orientation and registration (if you have not already done so).  At this meeting, be prepared to discuss:  

• your plans and goals
• a review of the strategies and accommodations which have worked for you in other learning environments, and of your existing support system
• a discussion of COCC’s services, programs and facilities
• your request for specific services and accommodations at COCC, and a discussion of your responsibilities to advocate for yourself
• a review of the documentation of disability you provide which supports the accommodation requests you are making.

Depending on your educational plans and/or special needs, you may be advised by the Coordinator of Services for Students with Disabilities or you may be assigned to an advising group or individual advisor.

You may need to schedule a second meeting sometime after you have registered for classes and before the term begins to determine your eligible accommodations.