The Disability & Learning Support Service recognises the importance of confidentiality regarding student’s disabilities and information.

The DLSS will not discuss student’s information with anyone without the express permission of the student in question, students can give this permission at the time of registration.

Anyone who handles student information must ensure that this information is kept secure and only seen by those with permission to do so.

If you have any queries regarding confidentiality please contact the DLSS

Students with disabilities are encouraged to disclose information on their disability/specific learning difficulty as part of the CAO application process. However, students can also disclose at any time during their studies in Higher Education.

Such disclosure is encouraged so that the DLSS can work with the student in ensuring that any reasonable accommodation required is identified and facilitated in conjunction with the student.

Any documentation or information presented in disclosing a disability is held by the DLSS Office and specific medical or other documentation will not be disclosed to any third party.

Where a student requests and is granted any form of reasonable accommodation, such as extra time in exams, or permission to tape record lecture notes, the DLSS will, in consultation with the student, disclose relevant information to the individuals in those departments responsible for providing or facilitating students in accessing such accommodations. In such instances, only information relevant to the particular situation will be disclosed.

The information should still be treated on a “need to know” basis. Thus only those staff who teach or otherwise deal with the student should receive information

Contact Details

Tel: +353 (0) 1 700 5927
Fax: +353 (0) 1 700 8661
Email: disability.service@dcu.ie