Disability Support Services
Bunker Hill Community College has developed a program of support services specifically for students who have learning disabilities, sensory impairments, psychological disabilities or physical conditions. Information about eligibility and services are included on this page.
Services, which are coordinated through the Office for Students with Disabilities, may include, but are not limited to, academic and testing accommodations, faculty notification, assistance with adaptive computer technology and accessibility issues, academic/career advising, student support groups, professional literacy instruction and personalized educational coaching. The program is designed to promote interaction among several existing campus resources and personnel. Students are actively involved in decision making regarding their specific needs and are encouraged to work toward increased independence and self-sufficiency.
Office for Students with Disabilities
Room D106
250 New Rutherford Avenue
Boston, Massachusetts 02129-2925
Voice: 617-228-2234
or 617-228-3415
TTY: 617-228-2051
Hours:
Monday - Thursday, 8:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m: Friday 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m
Eligibility
Eligibility for services is dependent upon documentation of the individual's specific disability. Consistent with Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with Disability Act (ADA), students are responsible for identifying themselves and providing appropriate documentation of their disability and need for accommodations. After records are received, students meet with staff to discuss resources and reasonable accommodations.
Available Support Services
Depending upon the student's disability, the following services are available:
- Pre-admission Advising - Navigate BHCC’s many course options with the benefit of expert advice. Our friendly advisors can help you plan your time, effort and budget to maximum effect.
- Assistance with Registration - We can help you jot down all the necessary codes and terminology so that your registration proceeds quickly and smoothly.
- Referral for Academic Support Services - BHCC has many excellent support services and we can point you to those that are just right for your needs.
- Peer Advising - Disability Support Services is always buzzing with the voices of helpful and savvy students. Take this great opportunity to get their honest, insider advice.
- Referrals for Diagnostic Testing - Never had an assessment? Haven’t got around to updating your diagnosis? Can’t find someone to assess you who won’t charge a small fortune? Come to us. We can help you with these and any other issues you have about getting a diagnosis.
- Consultation with Professors - Bunker Hill Community College strives to help students develop independence and self advocacy; we’ll help you in your personal journey toward that goal.
- Career Assessment and Advising - What kind of career suits your personality? How much study can you commit to? Our counselors can help you figure out what’s best for you and whether a visit to our careers center could benefit you too.
- Supportive Counseling - What’s difficult? -Juggling work, finances and personal issues as well as college! We have an open door policy and are always happy to listen and help you sort through your thoughts.
- Specialized Literacy Instruction - If your reading and writing skills could use some polishing up, schedule a weekly session with our literacy specialist. She can help you with vocabulary, comprehension, grammar, word recognition and essay writing, focusing only on your rusty points so that you make the best use of every minute.
- Educational Coaching - A big part of being successful in college is managing your time well and using effective academic strategies. Our knowledgeable and experienced coach can help you plan and organize so that you present your best self in class and on paper.
- Assistive Technology -We have software programs and hardware/devices which you can benefit from. For more information please see Ben in D106-C or call him at 617-228-2234.
- Disability Assessment
Students who suspect the possibility of a learning disability may request referral for screening and assessment through the Office for Students with Disabilities. Referrals are made to area agencies and specialists depending upon student needs.
Who Can Benefit?
Students with:
- Attention Deficit Disorder
- Visual Impairments
- Hearing Impairments
- Medical Conditions
- Developmental Disabilities
- Limited Mobility
- Perceptual Disabilities
- Dyslexia
- Developmental Aphasia
- Specific Learning Disabilities
- Speech Impairments
- Traumatic Brain Injuries
- Psychological Disabilities
Policy for Individuals with a Disability
Bunker Hill Community College is committed to providing equal assess to the educational experience of all students in compliance with Section 504 of The Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and The Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. A student with a documented disability, who has not already done so, should schedule an appointment at the Office for Students with Disabilities (room D106A) in order to obtain appropriate services.
