To submit complete and compliant documentation follow these medical documentation
guidelines:
All documentation must be typed on official letter head. No exceptions.
Though an IEP or 504 plan may not be sufficient documentation to qualify for services,
it can aid in determining appropriate accommodations. IEP contacts for local high
school and district records.
Follow all DSS Documentation Guidelines below
Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder ADHD
Documentation Must Be
Typed on official letterhead
Not more than 3 years old
Signed By
Psychiatrist OR
Medical doctor OR
Psychologist who specializes in the diagnosis of ADHD
Must Include
Clear statement of diagnosis AND
Summary of history and diagnosis AND
Current functional limitations AND
Recommendations for accommodations that would assist the student in a higher education
setting.
Emotional/Mental Health
Documentation Must Be
Typed on official letterhead
Not more than 6 months old
Signed By
Certifying professional who specializes in the diagnosis of the specific disability
Must Include
Clear statement of diagnosis AND
Summary of history and diagnosis AND
Current functional limitations AND
Recommendations for accommodations that would assist the student in a higher education
setting.
Physical/Chronic Health Disability
Documentation Must Be
Typed on official letterhead
Signed By
Qualified professional
Must Include
Clear statement of diagnosis AND
Summary of history and diagnosis AND
Current functional limitations AND
Recommendations for accommodations that would assist the student in a higher education
setting.
Auditory/Hearing
Documentation Must Be
Typed on official letterhead
Not older than 5 years unless conducted after the student's 7 birthday
Signed By
Qualified professional
Must Include
Full diagnostic assessment AND
Clear statement of diagnosis AND
Current functional limitations AND
Recommendations for accommodations that would assist the student in a higher education
setting.
Emotional/Mental Health
Documentation Must Be
Typed on official letterhead AND
Not older than 5 years unless conducted after the student's 17th birthday
Signed By
Qualified professional
Must Include
Full diagnostic assessment AND
Clear statement of diagnosis AND
Current functional limitations AND
Recommendations for accommodations that would assist the student in a higher education
setting.
Audio/Video Presentation of Medical Documentation Guidelines