Such conditions may include:
We support the college to assist students by:
Disabled Students Allowance is a government funded grant that pays for any equipment, transport or disability related costs that a student would face as a result of studying. You can apply for the DSA online here.
Your dedicated Support Coordinator at The Learning Support Centre is Rhiann Pugh. If you need any support or advice on a DSA application, you can speak to Rhiann before applying via email at info@learningsupportcentre.com or call 0116 254 8881.
The foundation for mentoring is the relationship between the mentor and mentee. Over time, a supportive and respectful relationship of trust is developed allowing the mentee to explore issues and work on overcoming barriers in a safe environment. The mentor supports the mentee in problem-solving, decision making and testing out new strategies. The mentoring sessions offer opportunities for reflection and constructive feedback to enhance the personal development of the mentee.
Mentors will see you for a regular meeting agreed in advance to support you in overcoming any barriers that are affecting your studies. This could range from helping to organise time, starting assignments, discussing problems or help with exam preparation. Your mentor will support you to enjoy your time at school, college or university and make the most of the opportunities available.
“The support I received from the Learning Support Centre (LSC) was mentoring and note taking. I accessed these services through my disability adviser at De Montfort University in my final year for additional support. The mentoring worked by meeting with my mentor twice a week (I received two hours per week), and the note taking worked by a member of LSC sitting in my lectures. I chose to sit away from my note taker so that I could sit with my friends. Both services helped me in my final year by taking away those extra stresses of making notes when I was anxious, and my mentor listened a lot to my worries. The skills I learnt were better note taking in a working environment. I managed to build my confidence with the help of my mentor, better management skills (study/time) and self-believe. Now that I’ve graduated, all these skills I use in my new job for the NHS. I would highly recommend both of these services from the Learning Support Centre. Without these services in my final year, I’m unsure I would have achieved as much as I did in my last 9 months at De Montfort University.”
Zoe (BSc ICT (Hons), De Montfort University)
Your support is tailored to your individual learning styles and needs. It is delivered on a one-to-one basis to develop core study skills and competencies, in order to support you with independent skills and strategies for life.
We can help you develop your academic skills and confidence in areas such as:
Our team will also keep in touch to ensure that you are happy with the support you are receiving.
Access to Work is a Government-funded scheme to help pay towards Assistive Technology and support in the workplace. More information about Access to Work can be found here.
Some employers choose to fund equipment and support themselves rather than using the Access to Work scheme. If you feel that you need support to do your job to the best of your ability, it is a good idea to have a confidential meeting with your line manager or someone in the People / HR department to find out what your options are.
You are also welcome to contact us for advice on the best way to approach your employer about workplace support.
