The Assistive Computer Technology Service (ACTS) manages a pool of the most commonly recommended assistive technologies (AT) so that eligible students can have timely access to the AT that they need to complete academic work.
Step 1: Assistive Technology (AT) Assessment
- You are referred for an assistive technology (AT) assessment
- ACTS staff conducts an assessment to determine appropriate AT for you.
- An AT package (including training hours) is recommended and a report prepared that lists the cost of recommended AT and training
- SSD incorporates the assessment recommendations in your Individual Service Plan to support the application for funding for disability-related educational services and technologies
Step 2: AT Training
- You attend AT training sessions to ensure your basic proficiency with the technology
- Additional training sessions will be offered if required.
Step 3: AT Package Release
The recommended AT package (equipment/software) will be released to you when all of the following have occurred:
- You are registered in courses and classes have begun
- You have completed AT training;
- The funding application paperwork has been submitted for processing; and
- You have signed an agreement with respect to the terms for accessing AT through the Assistive Technology Access program (ATAP).
Step 4: Funding
When funding is approved,
- Funding source will be invoiced for the provided ATpackage
- ACTS will schedule an appointment so you can sign ownership transfer documents.
When funding is not approved,
- You should discuss your options for ongoing access to AT with ACTS and SSD
- You may be invoiced for AT replacement costs if AT is not returned in good working order
Step 5: Technology Evaluation and Maintenance
If you experience technical problems with the provided AT and/or you return the technology to ACTS:
- You (student) are responsible to save your documents and files
- You return the AT to ACTS
- ACTS restores technology to original state
- ACTS provides a replacement system while technology problems are assessed and/or repaired
