Aspergers, ADHD, ADD and Other Specific Learning difficulties/disabilities

Assessment of your needs

Before you start your course you will meet with a specialist support worker to carry out an in depth assessment of your needs. You are actively encouraged through the use of agreed targets to achieve your maximum level of independence.

We give support on an individual or group basis in session, and within the wider college environment for example on trips and visits.

If you have a specific learning difficulty / disability such as Aspergers, ADHD, ADD that makes learning harder this service helps you to:

Make arrangements to visit the college or meet up on an open day and get a guided tour
Identify what support you need before you start your course
Stay in College and achieve on your course
Access other College services and activities
Learn the skills that you need for working life or Higher Education
Develop your independence in the wider college environment
Use specialist equipment by providing training
Develop independence skills including travel training
Develop self - advocacy skills
Learn and participation in College
Develop social skills and confidence levels

What should you do?

Make sure that you have disclosed on your application and/or enrolment form.
If you are on a course, ask for a referral through your tutor or visit your student services team, or e-mail to the address below.

For further information contact : disabilityservice@themanchestercollege.ac.uk