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Available services

Our range of accessibility services and resources exist to facilitate student success and equitable access to AU’s online learning environment.

Accomplish your goal

Whether you are a current or future student at AU, our services are available to help you navigate your educational journey.

We advocate for you throughout your journey; from exam accommodations to the use of assistive technology. We invite you to explore our services.

Not sure which services you need? We are here for that too. Don't hesitate to contact our team directly to get you started.

Course management support

With our dedicated course management support, you participate in the accommodations and course load decisions that are right for you.

Define your course load

Learning support

We assist you to navigate AU processes and help you find services in your community such as an ASL interpreter, invigilator, tutor, or learning strategist. We also can assist you create a study plan.Learning support services

Exam accommodation

Accommodated exams take your disability related needs into consideration. The time, method, and/or format of an exam may be adapted so you can write the exam.

Book an accommodated exam

Assistive technology

Assistive technology apps like Read&Write (R&W) are available to students who benefit from text to speech and writing tools. We compiled different resources for math, organizing ideas, ergonomics, and suggestions on how to use your mobile device to study.Explore assistive technology resources

Advocacy, accessibility, and referral

We advocate on your behalf, help you obtain professional services, address inaccessible content, and more.

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Alternative format course materials

We help you acquire required course materials for a variety of needs including print, auditory, visual, or physical access challenges.

Find out about alternative formats for course materials

Ready to register for accessibility services at Athabasca University?

Learn more about the process of registering for accommodations, eligibility, and get your application started today.

Get an overview of our 3-step accessibility registration process:

  • Are you eligible?
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Updated February 14, 2023 by Digital & Web Operations (web_services@athabascau.ca)

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