Screening and Assessment
Screening and Assessment
Do you feel that you may have one of the following, but have had no previous diagnosis?
- A specific learning difficulty (SpLD) such as dyslexia
- Autism
- ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder)
The Disability Services Team offers a screening which can show indicators of these conditions via a screening tool and follow-up meeting to discuss the results. The meeting will include guidance as to your next steps. Please be aware that University-based screening does not constitute a formal diagnosis.
The screening is open to all current students and is free of charge.
How do I access the service?
- Complete our Support Request Form: Support Request Form
- Download and complete this Screening form
- Email the completed form to: disabilityservices@cumbria.ac.uk
What happens next?
Once we have received your screening form you will be invited to book a screening appointment with a Specialist Learning Advisor to discuss the results.
What are the benefits of being screened?
If indicators of the above conditions are present, a key benefit is that it may allow you to access specialist study skills/study mentoring support.
Students on short courses and final year students: We can offer you up to 20 hours of study skills/study mentoring support.
Higher Level Apprentice students: We can offer you up to 30 hours of study skills/study mentoring support.
Students in receipt of student finance/self-financing for applicable courses: You may be referred for formal diagnostic assessment with an Educational Psychologist.
Please note that students who are referred for a formal diagnosis are expected to make a contribution to the cost of the assessment. As of the 1st of September 2024 students will be expected to contribute £174. You may be eligible for help with this cost via the Hardship fund and this will be discussed with you.
A formal assessment may enable you to access Disabled Student Allowance (DSA) which can fund support and equipment. For information on DSA please see: How to apply for DSA
Whilst you are pursuing formal assessment, we can offer up to 12 hours of study skills/study mentoring support.
Further information on SpLDs and non–linked University based suppliers may be found at the following websites:
The British Psychological Society
Patoss - the Professional Association for teachers of students with Specific Learning Difficulties