Types of Disabilities Considered
The Disability Support Service (DSS) provides support for students with a wide range of disabilities, including:
- Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD) / Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
- Autism
- Blind / Vision Impairment
- Deaf / Hard of Hearing
- Developmental Coordination Disorder (DCD) – Dyspraxia / Dysgraphia
- Mental Health Difficulties
- Neurological Conditions (including Epilepsy & Brain Injury)
- Physical Disabilities
- Significant Ongoing Illness
- Specific Learning Difficulties (including Dyslexia & Dyscalculia)
- Speech and Language Communication Disorders
Support Services Available
The Disability Support Service (DSS) offers a range of supports, including:
- Disability Access Route to Education (DARE)
- Individual and group learning support
- Dyslexia screening
- Assistive technology training
- Alternative formatting
- Exam supports
- Note takers
- Personal assistance
Each student’s needs are assessed individually to determine the most appropriate support based on their specific requirements.
How to Access Support
To avail of these services, students must register with the Disability Support Service (DSS).
For queries, contact:
- Disability Officer: Lisa Hanlon
- Email: lisa.hanlon@tus.ie or disability.midlands@tus.ie
- Location: Room D22, Athlone main campus, Student Resource Centre / D corridor
- Contact Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
