Faculty and Instructors

The most up-to-date web versions of Carleton policies and procedures, including those related to accommodations for students with disabilities, are available via the Carleton University Secretariat’s University Policies webpage.

Institutional Obligation

All members of the Carleton University community have a human rights obligation to accommodate students with disabilities whose needs have been duly assessed and approved by the Paul Menton Centre.

Students with disabilities are responsible for identifying their needs for disability-related accommodation to the Paul Menton Centre by booking an intake appointment with a PMC Coordinator, and bringing appropriate documentation to the first meeting.

Processes, Information and Resources

Accommodation Process

Academic accommodations are based on disability-related needs and are intended to minimize the impact of functional limitations due to disability. Accommodations are not intended to …

Extended Time for Assignments

Prioritizing academic demands is an essential skill for all university students to develop. Post-secondary education requires you to engage in self-directed learning, manage increased academic …

Test and Exam Booking

Instructors and Scheduling & Examination Services (SES) share the responsibility for the provision of test/exam accommodations to students with disabilities at Carleton. In-Class Tests and …

Resource Guides

Accessible Online Course Design Updates will be posted shortly. Course Outlines Details about the processes for accessing each type of accommodation(s) can be found on …

Faculty and Instructors FAQ

Our most frequently asked questions from faculty and instructors about accommodation requests; implementing accommodations in the classroom; accommodations for tests and exams, and more.