STUDENT SUPPORT

Disability support

Learn more about our disability support services. 

Services are available by phone, online, or in person, with the office open 9am to 4.30pm, Monday to Friday.

Holmesglen disability support services provide free and confidential individual consultation for equitable access to meet the inherent requirements of the course. This may include:

  • Assistance with teacher liaison

  • Alternative or modified assessment conditions

  • Assistance with access services (wayfinding, accessible car parking).

  • Adaptive technology

  • Specialised equipment (e.g., ergonomic chairs)

  • Auslan interpreters

  • Education Access Staff to assist a student to effectively participate and access education. This may be negotiated on an individual basis and offered where appropriate

Students can register at any time during their course but are encouraged to register before enrolment is completed.

Disclosure of your disability or chronic medical condition is not compulsory, however, doing so may provide opportunities for equitable access, and appropriate support. 

Please ensure you bring appropriate medical documentation to your appointment. Documentation must:

  • Provide detailed information on your condition
  • State whether your condition is permanent, temporary or ongoing
  • Indicate how your study may be affected
  • The health professional's qualifications
  • Bring the original copy, on letterhead, legible, dated and signed

All interactions with your Disability Officers are entirely confidential. We will not discuss your situation with any teachers or other third parties without your permission.

Call

Chadstone (03) 9564 1649

Glen Waverley (03) 9564 6317

Moorabbin/ Bourke St (03) 9209 5680 

Email

disability.officer@holmesglen.edu.au

Please include: Your name, course and campus, and best contact details.

You are welcome to bring a parent, friend or other support person to your appointment.

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Need support or have a question for our disability support team? Schedule a time to chat with us.

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Disability Transition Support Officer

Transitioning from high school to vocational education can be overwhelming for young people with disabilities.

We are here to be of guidance and support to school leavers facing this change of learning environment through our Disability Transition Support.

Our Disability Transition Support Officer (DTSO) will provide individualised support for students with disabilities transitioning from secondary school (including specialist schools and alternate education settings) to vocational and higher education at Holmesglen..

Working within a ‘team around the learner’ framework and alongside our Engagement and Support teams, the DTSO will provide valuable guidance during the first 90 days of your course.

We can partner with you, your family, schools and support networks to guide you through your supports at TAFE.

Supports include:

  • advice on transition from school to TAFE
  • enrolment guidance
  • TAFE expectations
  • Connecting you to student services
  • A friendly contact to guide you through your first 90 days at Holmesglen

For more information, call the Disability Support Services on 9564 1659 or email us on disability.officer@holmesglen.edu.au