If you are a student with a permanent, documented disability, you may be eligible for governmental funding for assistive services (examples include tutoring, note-taking, interpretation, assistive technology and other such supports).

Please contact [name here] for more information.

MHC is widely accessible to students with physical disabilities and is continuously working towards removing any barriers that are identified. The following is a list of some of the accessibility features on campus:

• Cafeteria
  Accessible through cashier area
• Chair Lift
  Located inside G-wing door, closest to East parking lot, it provides access to gymnasium, and requires assistance of equipment room staff
• Doors
  Several automated entrance doors, including main entrance
• Computer labs
  Several accessible computer labs on campus
• Elevators
  Three elevators for student use
• Accessible Parking
  Located near main entrances in several locations
• Lockers
  May be adapted to suit physical accessibility needs upon request
• Student Residence
  Three units customized (and adaptable) for students with mobility impairments or sensory impairments (total of seven beds available)
• Washroom facilities
  Accessible washrooms available in several locations
• Courtesy Phone with Volume Control
  Located in L wing hallway and at the entrance to the Students’ Association in C wing (hearing aide compatible)

Medicine Hat College (MHC) is committed to providing access and supports to diverse learners and created a stand-alone policy on this topic in 2017.

Policy SD-05 and its related procedures (PR-SD-05-01) are available through the college’s policy webpage.

The purpose of this policy is to confirm and define the rights and responsibilities of MHC, its employees, and students with documented disabilities with respect to academic accommodation at MHC. The college will provide a supportive learning environment for students with documented disabilities while maintaining the academic integrity of the programs.

The first step for anyone who may need to access the accommodations and support services available through the accessibility services office at MHC is to schedule an appointment with the accessibility services coordinator at least 2 months (if possible) before the commencement of classes.  Early identification and planning are critical to a successful academic career at MHC.

Physical and Mobility Impairments

• CNIB
• Access-4-All

 Learning Disabilities

• The Learning Disabilities Association of Alberta
• The Learning Disabilities Association of Canada
• Schwab Learning (for parents)
• Eyesite.ca
• Reading Upgrade
• IdeaChain

Education & Institutions

• University of Calgary - Student Accessibility Services
• University of Lethbridge -Accommodated Learning Centre
• University of Saskatchewan - Access and Equity Services
• University of Regina  Centre for Student Accessibility
• University of Alberta - Accessibility Resources
• University of Alberta Developmental Disabilities Centre

General Human Rights and Awareness