Temporary Conditions

Temporary Conditions FAQ's

• Are you unable to complete academic requirements (e.g., note-taking)

  Communicate first with your course instructors to discuss your situation and how it impacts your ability to complete coursework. 

  • You may be referred to CDS if the instructor and/or department needs assistance or is unable to identify a solution. 
     
  • If accommodations are needed, you should: 
    • Complete our CDS application.
    • Gather any medical documentation you have relevant to your condition.  
    • Submit your application and any medical documentation to us via our CDS SecureShare Portal.

  • CDS staff may request additional medical documentation including diagnosis, expected duration of the condition, treatment, and limitations (e.g., hospital discharge summaries, doctor’s notes, etc.) if the condition is not readily observable. 
    

   

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• Are you having difficulty getting to classes or completing assignments?

  • Contact course instructors regarding your medical condition, absences, expected date of return to class, make up, etc. Typically, instructors determine how much flexibility is possible to stay current in the class. 
    
    
  • If unable to contact instructors, students or designated individuals should contact: The Office of the Dean of Students.

• Do you need medical treatment for your condition?

  • Follow your doctor’s orders and comply with treatment. 
    
    
  • Get absence notes and written medical information (e.g., condition, symptoms, restrictions, recommendations, duration, etc.).
    
    
  • Contact Student Health Services to investigate on-campus medical services. 

• Do you need assistance with parking or travel?

  Please note personal transportation and travel around campus is the responsibility of each individual. College of Charleston is not responsible for providing personalized, door-to-door transportation services for students.  Below are some suggestions relating to assistance with parking and/or travel: 

  • View CARTA bus services. 
    
    
  • Contact College of Charleston’s Campus HQ regarding accessible parking. Campus HQ handles all inquiries regarding parking and transportation needs.
    
    
  • Contact an off-campus resource such as Herbert’s Mobility if mobility aids (e.g., wheelchair; scooter) are needed. 
• Are you experiencing personal, academic, or vocational problems?

  Several on-campus resources might be considered: 

  • Counseling Center  

  • Center for Student Learning 
     
  • Academic Success and Retention Office 
• Are you concerned about safety or evacuation in case of an emergency?

  Contact College of Charleston’s Department of Fire and Emergency Medical Services (EMS) or Department of Public Safety if you have questions or concerns about campus evacuation procedures.

  If you live in a residence hall with no elevator and need a temporary re-location due to a temporary mobility condition, please contact Campus Housing. 

• Do you need help with food or meals?

  • Contact College of Charleston’s Campus Dining .
  • Contact the Registered Dietitian for assistance with nutritional counseling and dietary restrictions. 
    
    
  • Visit College of Charleston’s Cougar Food Pantry for additional food insecurity concerns. 
  • Visit the Office of the Dean of Students website specific to food/temporary housing assistance.