The Northern Regional College aims to enable people with a medical condition, learning difficulties and/or disabilities to access, participate and progress within and from learning programmes, through the establishment of appropriate support mechanisms.

We are working towards an environment and curriculum which meets the needs of ALL students. It may be useful to arrange an exploratory interview to discuss what special facilities might be needed to enable you to study at the College.

How do I apply for Education Support?

Students who require support from the College with their educational needs, should in the first instance, fill in an Education Support form and return it to reception at their campus.

The Education Support team will then contact you to discuss your needs and how we can best meet them.

Who can apply for Education Support?

Students who have a medical condition, learning difficulty and/or disability and are assessed as requiring additional support for their learning and assessments.

Once you have registered with our service we will help you to provide evidence of your disability e.g. a psychological assessment or doctor's letter. You can then book an appointment with one of our staff who will prepare an Internal Needs Assessment Report for you. We can also prepare an Assessment of Needs report as part of your Disabled Students' Allowance.

Types of Support

This will depend on your needs. We could help with

• Assessment of your additional learning needs
• Identification of your individual learning programme and for tutorial support
• Literacy and Numeracy support
• Equipment and additional aids (eg. laptops, specialised software)
• Special arrangements to support you with assessments or exams (eg. extra time, scribes, readers)
• Learning Support Assistant or Notetaker (Full or part time as required)
• Interpreters (for hearing impaired)
• Staff taking account of your needs in the College

Helping you succeed

Northern Regional College is committed to helping you succeed with your studies. We strive to ensure everyone at the College maximizes their ability and fulfils their potential.

In order to meet your needs we would encourage you to disclose any relevant information to the Education Support Co-ordinator or your tutor.

Education Support Unit Team Contact Details:

Sheelagh Canty
(Ballymena/Larne)   
sheelagh.canty@nrc.ac.uk
028 2563 6253

Leanne Stewart-Murray
(Coleraine/Ballymoney/Magherafelt) 
leanne.stewart-murray@nrc.ac.uk
028 7034 0148

Brendan Muldoon
(Newtownabbey)
brendan.muldoon@nrc.ac.uk
028 9085 5000 ext 1416

For more information, download:

Education Support Leaflet
Education Support Postcard

(these are both available from the student intranet)