Disability Access Route to Education 2012
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Screening Criteria - Neurological Conditions Speech, language and communication disorders and written language difficulties associated with these disorders (Including but not exclusive - Stammering; Receptive & or Expressive Language Disorders; Unintelligibility due to a phonological disorder, articulation disorder associated with structural anomalies; Acquired communication disorders such as Aphasia, Anomia, Dysarthria, Dyspraxia resulting from neurological conditions, or any Neurodegenerative, or genetic disease associated with impaired communication and social interaction) |
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| Accepted Medical Consultant/Specialist | Speech and Language Therapist |
| Evidence of Disability |
Complete the Evidence of Disability Form 2012. OR Submit an existing report completed by the appropriate professional which must contain the same detail as the Evidence of Disability Form. |
| Age of Report | While there is no age limit on diagnostic evidence submitted it is advisable to submit a recent report. |
| Other Disabilities/Medical Conditions | Submit an Evidence of Disability Form for each disability / medical condition to be considered |
| Personal Statement and Academic Reference |
Your personal statement should outline the impact of disability on your academic and educational experience to date. Your academic reference gives background information on your educational experience, including the impact your disability has had on your education. It also describes the supports and adaptations you will need in third level. |
| DARE Eligibility |
We will consider your application for DARE once an appropriate professional has provided a diagnosis of moderate or severe communication disorder; or where a mild communication difficulty has a moderate or severe psychosocial impact on the individual. |
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