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This webinar topic is all about how providers and educators in higher education can support students who are neurodivergent through accommodations. Attendees will learn the federal mandates and accommodation timelines to gain an understanding of where accommodations started and why they are important. Additionally, attendees will learn what accommodations are, how they change from primary and secondary education to post-secondary education, and assessments used to identify accommodations. Then, from a higher education standpoint, attendees will learn how students within UNT can apply for accommodations and what is required of students each semester to keep those accommodations in place. Lastly, we will discuss different types of accommodations, both federally and non-federally mandated.
Objectives
Upon completion of this webinar, participants will be able to:
- Identify the difference between modifications and accommodations.
- Define accommodations
- Identify the difference between primary/secondary and higher education accommodations.
- Identify federally and non-federally mandated accommodations.
About the presenter:
Kellie Nix has a bachelor’s degree in child development from Texas Woman’s University and a master’s degree in Rehabilitation Counseling from the University of North Texas and is a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor and Licensed Professional Counselor Associate. Her experience includes working with children with Autism and other learning disabilities at various non-profits. Prior to working at UNT, she was an instructor, supported employment specialist, and independent living coordinator at a continuing education facility for people with disabilities.
