DISABILITY SERVICES NEWSLETTER
October 2014
If you require this newsletter in an alternative format please contact us on +61 8 9266
7850 or e-mail disabilityservices@curtin.edu.au
Receiving this newsletter:
Each semester we send this newsletter to all students who tick the box in eStudent
under 'My Disability Details' requesting information about Disability Services. If you do
not wish to receive information or newsletters from us in future, please untick this box.
You can access your record through ‘OASIS’ (My Studies and Evaluate; eStudent; My
Disability Details).
Please complete your 'Disability Details' on eStudent
If you haven’t done so already, please complete ‘My Disability Details’ on your student
record as this assists us to improve services for students with disabilities and medical
conditions.
To update your details go to ‘OASIS’ - My Studies and Evaluate; eStudent; My Disability
Details.
EQUITY EXAMINATIONS
End of semester examinations
This semester’s deadline for arranging end of semester Equity Exams is
Friday 24th October 2014.
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New students:
If you are making Equity Examination arrangements for the first time you must make an
appointment to see a Disability Advisor before the deadline. Please make a phone
appointment if you are based at a campus other than Bentley, or unable to attend for
health reasons.
Medical documentation will be required in most cases. More information about what’s
needed is available here: http://disability.curtin.edu.au/students/eligibility.cfm
Students already registered:Please complete the Fast Track ‘Equity Examinations: Student Declaration’ form for the
agreed alternative examination arrangements according to your CAP or as discussed
with Disability Services. You can deliver personally to recption
What you need to do
If you will require alternative examination arrangements for centrally scheduled
examinations this semester (Semester 2, 2014) and you require any changes please
contact a Disability Advisor to discuss.
If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to contact Curtin Counselling and
Disability Services on 08 9266 7850 or by return email disabilityservcies@curtin.edu.au.
School based examinations (mid-semester, in-class tests, lab tests, deferred,
supplementary)
A reminder also, that you must provide at least two weeks notice for alternative
conditions for examinations or tests that are conducted by individual schools or
departments. You can use your Curtin Access Plan (CAP) to let your unit coordinators
know what alternative arrangements you require.
If you don’t have a CAP, and you need to make alternative arrangements for school
based assessments, please contact a Disability Advisor to discuss your circumstances.
How would you know your exam is school based? If examinations are not listed on the
final examination timetable on the Curtin Examinations website then they are likely to be
school based.
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E-Tests in the Assessment Centre
If you have a Curtin Access Plan and have timed assessments in the Assessment
Centre:
Make your booking on-line, just not the session just before lunch or the last session of
the day;
Arrive at the centre 15 mins early, and make yourself known to the staff on the desk;
Provide staff member with a copy of your CAP;
Any extra working time requirements will be added once you have logged in.
Requirements other than extra time may not be possible in that setting, and may result in
the assessment being run manually by your school.
Please contact Disability Services if this is the case, and you require assistance.
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Keep an eye on your Oasis notifications for details of group programmes about
managing Exam Anxiety!
CAMPUS NEWS
Of Interest:
Check out the Curtin Homepage. Curtin researcher Dr Beilby from the
School of Psychology and Speech Pathology, has won the Innovation in
Education Prize in the 2014 Curtin Commercial Innovation Awards for
developing an innovative computer-simulated avatar. Dr Beilby supported by a
team of international researchers with 30 years combined experience in
psychology, communication, behaviour management and software design
developed Jim the avatar
http://news.curtin.edu.au/stories/jim-avatar-brings-student-learninglife/
Curtin Access Plans
Disability Services has created more than 1300 Curtin Access Plans since we
introduced the system in 2008. More information and FAQ’s about Curtin Access Plans
is available on our website : http://life.curtin.edu.au/health_wellbeing/CAP.htm
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We would love to hear your feedback about how this process has been working for
you.
Safezone app
SafeZone is a FREE app for all students and staff that connects you directly to the
University's Security team when you need help or first aid.
Download the SafeZone app FREE at safezoneapp.com or from the iTunes App Store
or Google play.
More information at this website: http://properties.curtin.edu.au/security/safezone.cfm
ACCESS ON CAMPUS
For those of you that come to the Bentley campus check out the
Library refurbishment:Level 3 - 24 new computers being installed
Level 5 - 23 new computers being installed
Ongoing development of new private study pods
Ongoing development of an information point
From Monday 4 August 2014 the Robertson Library will be open 24 hours, every day. See link for
details:- http://blogs.curtin.edu.au/library/highlights/library-open-24-hours-every-day/
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SCHOLARSHIPS/INTERNSHIPS
Stepping into… Paid internship opportunities
The summer Stepping into… 2014/15 program is now open. There are over 50
internship opportunities throughout the country to offer students Stepping into is a paid
internship program specifically designed for students with disability, who want to gain
paid, hands-on work experience in an industry that is relevant to their degree and
chosen field of study. To find out about the opportunities and how to apply, please visit
website http://www.and.org.au/pages/apply-for-stepping-into-summer-2014-15.html
CONFERENCE NEWS
Registration Now Open
Developmental Disabilities, Challenging Behaviour and Mental Health:
Research to Practice and Policy Conference.
Friday 7 November 2014
Footbridge Theatre, Holme Building, University of Sydney, Parramatta Rd,
Camperdown, NSW
http://sydney.edu.au/health-sciences/cdrp/events/developmentaldisabilities-conference.shtml
Proudly sponsored by Global Disability & Health Care Services
www.GlobalCareStaff.com
The Faculty of Health Sciences and Brain and Mind Research Institute,
University of Sydney is pleased to announce the conference
‘Developmental Disabilities, challenging behavior and mental health:
research to practice and policy’.
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The latest development in disability and mental health research will be
presented by leading international and Australian researchers. Strategies
for gaining government support to implement proper services will also be a
focus.
This conference is intended for researchers and clinical practitioners, and
will also benefit those working with people with developmental disabilities in
the community.
The conference follows the very successful one held in 2011.
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TADWA assistance to obtain computers
For the past 16 years, TADWA Computer Services has been committed to helping
people with disability obtain affordable quality refurbished and new computer systems,
with an advanced package of support including remote assistance, online or in person
training and onsite technical assistance. TADWA also has extensive experience in
providing training and support for people who require adaptive software and hardware
– e.g. Jaws and Dragon software.
More information is available at www.tadwa.org.au or e-mail enquires@tadwa.org.au.
CONFERENCES
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Pathways 12 Conference
The ATEND Pathways 12 Conference will be held in Fremantle, WA from 3 - 5
December 2014 and will showcase a comprehensive program for delegates, with
distinguished speakers exploring the theme 'Navigating New Frontiers'. This is the key
conference for disability practitioners working in the higher education sector.
Although this conference is aimed at staff who assist students with disability, it is a great
opportunity for students to attend .. Student rates are available.
For further information go to http://www.pathways12.org.au.
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Feedback:
We would love to hear your feedback, both positive and constructive, about your
experiences at Curtin as a student with a disability/medical condition. Please drop us an
e-mail or phone us – see our contact details below.
Contact Us:
And finally, don’t hesitate to contact a Disability Advisor (Jackie Weinman, Sally
Vaughan or Julie Donnelly) if you have any queries about services or supports
available.
Location:
Telephone:
Freecall:
Building 109, Level 2 (Bentley campus)
+61 8 9266 7850
1800 651 878
Fax:
Email:
Website:
+61 8 9266 3052
disabilityservices@curtin.edu.au
disability.curtin.edu.au
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