Accessibility, Well-Being and Counselling

REGISTERING WITH GLENDON ACCESSIBILITY SERVICES

To register with Glendon Accessibility Services, a student must provide documentation confirming the presence of a disability, the functional limitations and whether the disability is permanent or temporary.

HOW TO REGISTER WITH GLENDON ACCESSIBILITY SERVICES

Students can register with Student Accessibility Services before starting their studies at York. Students can continue to register with our office throughout the academic term; however, access to academic accommodations such as accommodated tests and exams might be limited and not always available.

Registration with Glendon Accessibility Services will not be identified on official university records, academic transcripts or graduation documentation.

STEP 1

Print or download the PDF version of the required medical or psychological documentation form.This form must be filled out by a qualified medical professional (i.e. registered psychologist, treating family doctor, specialized health professional).
Complete the Accessibility Services Registration Form and attach your required medical or psychological documentation directly to the questionnaire. (You can use an app such as “CamScanner” to convert pictures taken with a phone.).

STEP 2

Once we have received your registration form and required documentation, you will be contacted within 3 to 4 business days to schedule your intake appointment. Please note during certain periods of the year, the wait time for an appointment can be up to 3 weeks.
The initial appointment will take about two (2) hours, at which time you will discuss academic accommodations and sign any necessary paperwork.

STEP 3

Based on the initial appointment, students will receive accommodations specific to their needs.

ALREADY REGISTERED WITH GLENDON ACCESSIBILITY SERVICES

You are a returning student registered with Glendon Accessibility Services and wish to renew your accommodations. You must request a new Letter of Accommodation (LOA). LOA’s need to be requested every academic year, Please click on the table below. If you want some modifications to your accommodations, you need to make an appointment with the Accessibility Counsellor by contacting: counselling@glendon.yorku.ca