Cognitive Functioning – timely and effective cognitive functioning including:
problem-solving
critical analysis
independent and group cognitive analysis
ability to identify and interpret important visual, auditory, or tactile information
recall of information
incorporation and integration of new information
ability to compare and contrast similar and dissimilar information
ability and willingness to follow instructions, directions, and requests
identification and ranking of problems
independent generation of ideas
ability to formulate written and oral answers
ability to formulate questions
integration of large amounts of information
visualization of spatial relationships
computational analysis
ability to receive and appropriately respond to constructive criticism
In compliance with the Americans With Disabilities Act, As Amended, Disability Student Services (DSS) provides equal access to educational opportunities for students with disabilities.
DSS will determine reasonable accommodations based on documentation provided, nature of the disability, and academic need. Accommodations should not fundamentally alter the nature of the Program, create an unsafe learning environment, or impose an undue hardship upon the Program, clinical site, faculty, staff, or other students. Accommodation requests may not be considered reasonable for every component of the program (for example, clinical based testing such as skill check-offs, competencies, and practicals). In those cases, consultation between the student, DSS, and PTA faculty may be necessary.
Once accommodations have been determined by DSS staff, the student must request an accommodation letter from DSS each semester.
Students may contact the DSS office at 330-494-6170, ext. 4935, or go to B104 to schedule an appointment.
Any change in health should be reported to the Program Coordinator and/or PTA faculty in writing as soon as possible. This includes, but is not limited to, injuries, accidents (including car accidents), surgeries, significant illnesses, pregnancy, change in medications, or starting a new treatment plan prescribed by a medical professional.
The information will be stored in locking files along with their medical information. The student may be required to obtain a medical release from the physician to return to the Program. Unless there is a diagnosed or documented condition, the student will be expected to fully participate in all curricular activities if no medical release form is returned. PTA faculty reserve the right to limit student participation in program activities based upon their clinical judgement.