Interpreting Services
- In order to receive interpreting or transcription services, students must submit documentation and be approved by the Office of Disability Services (ODS). Upon approval, a student must request these services in person or by email. Accommodations for the deaf or hard of hearing include, but are not limited to: note-taking assistance, preferential seating, sign language interpreters or transcription services and extended time testing.
- Documentation for the deaf and hard of hearing students may include, but is not limited to:
- Most recent audiology report and audiogram with clear diagnosis and functional limitations
- Recommendation for academic accommodations
- Certificate of deafness from the State of Texas
- To receive interpreting or transcription services, students must contact a counselor with the ODS at least two weeks before the semester begins, place a request for services for the upcoming semester and provide a current schedule. This process must be followed so we can efficiently provide services and accommodations on the first day of class. If a student makes any changes to their schedule, they must notify a counselor with ODS. Upon notification, a counselor will make appropriate contact with our vendor to schedule interpreting or transcription services.
- Students are responsible for the following when utilizing interpreting services:
- Contacting a ODS counselor by phone or email 48 hours before class for notification of any absences. Any significant changes in student’s schedules must be made in advance.
- Communicate any absences to an ODS counselor by email or phone. It is not acceptable to text or call ODS with last minute changes or cancellations.
- Follow the no show/no call policy. Students are allowed two no show/no calls per class per semester. On the third no show/no call, the student will be required to consult with the Director of The Office of Disability Services (ODS).
- Submit an interpreting service request for services outside of the classroom. Interpreter requests intended for academic purposes outside of the classroom must be requested at least a week in advance. Requests submitted with less than a weeks’ notice are not guaranteed. Interpreter requests for events lasting longer than three hours require at least three weeks’ notice to determine appropriate accommodations. Events outside of Bryan/College Station will be considered on a case-by-case basis and availability of interpreting services in the area. Remember the no show/no call policy applies to these requests as well.
- If interpreting services is not available, other appropriate aids will be considered.
