Non-Discrimination StatementWe are committed to supporting an environment that is free from discrimination, where every individual is respected, valued, and afforded equal opportunities. |
Accessibility Resources |
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University of Pittsburgh Disability Resources & ServicesThe University’s Disability Resources and Services Department provides support regarding the rights and responsibilities of students, trainees, staff, and faculty with documented disabilities. The University is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for individuals who are disabled in accordance with Section 504 of the Federal Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990, and the ADA Amendments Act of 2008. DRS staff work to assist constituents with evaluating needs, requesting accommodations, and facilitating the process. They provide services such as assistive technologies and adaptive equipment, conversion of print materials to a variety of alternate formats, and accessible transportation via the University’s shuttle system. |
Disability Resources for Healthcare ProfessionalThe Society of Healthcare Professionals with Disabilities provides resources and support for disabled physicians, nurses, students, and other healthcare professionals with disabilities. The mission of this society is to foster a supportive community and to provide disability resources and tools for healthcare professionals, students, family members, and friends. |
Free Course on Disability Awareness and SupportThe goal of the free Disability Awareness & Support course is to promote equal opportunity and the full participation of students with disabilities in higher education by helping participants advance their awareness of the meaning of accessibility in education. Participants will gain competence and confidence in working with students by focusing on legislation, universal design, and assistive technologies. This MOOC is taught by Dr. Mary Goldberg from Pitt’s School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences. |