Essential Functions

The following essential functions are required for programs in the Technical Division. Specific examples of the necessary criteria to meet the standards are available for each program. The student (or physician) will be asked to respond on a verification form if the student fully meets the criteria (100%) or is unable to fully meet the criteria (less than 100%). If the student or physician responds less than 100% to any criterion, an explanation and/or additional information will be required. The student may ask for reasonable accommodations; the ADA Coordinator will determine if the accommodations can be met for the particular program. No otherwise qualified individual with a disability shall, solely by reason of his or her handicap, be denied admission or continued progression in a program.

  1. Cognitive and critical thinking activities must be sufficient to comprehend, analyze and use safety techniques in different situations.

  2. Physical mobility must be sufficient to fulfill classroom, laboratory, and program objectives safely and effectively. Physical disabilities must not pose a threat to the safety of the student, faculty or other students.

  3. Strength (gross motor skills) and endurance are sufficient to safely fulfill laboratory objectives and requirements.

  4. Fine motor skills and hand/eye coordination must be sufficient to safely fulfill laboratory objectives and requirements.