Center for Accessibility Resources
How to Get Started
Steps to Apply to the Center for Accessibility Resources (CFAR)
If you are experiencing a barrier that interferes with your chances of being a successful student, CFAR encourages you to begin this process as soon as possible. To establish accommodations, you must complete Part 1 and Part 2 of the accommodation process.
Printable Steps to Apply (English, Spanish)
Part I:
1. Register with Center for Accessibility Resources:
Complete our Online Application
2. Submit Documentation or Evidence of Disability:
- Students are responsible for providing current documentation or evidence of disability.
- LBCC does not assess or diagnose for any disabilities.
- Acceptable sources of documentation for proving a student’s disability can take a variety of forms. These may include information from:
- Diagnosing professionals
- Former educational facilities
- Vocational Rehabilitation Services
- Department of Veterans Affairs
- Student's self-report (if no documentation exists)
See Providing Documentation or Evidence of Disability page for more info
3. Complete Intake Appointment:
- This is an interactive process to develop an accommodation plan.
- Please allow approximately 10 business days for your application and documentation or evidence of disability to be reviewed once received.
Part 2:
1. Learn How To Request And Use Your Accommodations:
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Complete a training to learn how to request and use your approved accommodations.
- This is a required step to complete the intake process.