Disability

IPSA’s Commitment to Equal Opportunities for Students with Disabilities
At IPSA, we are committed to creating equal opportunities for all students. We support students with disabilities by providing necessary accommodations, ensuring everyone has access to our courses and a positive learning experience.

Support from the Disability Office

If you have a temporary or permanent disability, or any condition that may require additional support, our Disability Office is here to assist. We respect your privacy throughout the process and will work with you to understand your specific needs and suggest appropriate accommodations. We will also help communicate your needs to faculty members and other departments.

If you need special arrangements for exams or classwork, please contact the Disability Office early so we can organize the best possible arrangements.

Application Process for Disability Support

You can apply for support either before the academic year begins or during the year if your situation changes. Early communication helps us better prepare the necessary support, and all information provided is handled with the utmost confidentiality.

Types of Available Accommodations

We offer various support options based on individual needs, such as :

• Adapting teaching methods
• Providing note-taking assistance or tutoring
• Allowing extra time on exams
• Lending specialized equipment
• Offering additional support services

Steps to Request Accommodations

1. Submit Your Documentation. You’ll need to submit an administrative file that includes :

• A medical certificate from a doctor specifying recommended accommodations.
• If available, official documentation of accommodations you received in previous studies.
• Any decisions from French disability authorities, such as “RQTH” (Recognition of Disabled Worker Status) if applicable.

Send these documents to [email protected]

2.  Develop the Support Plan Together with our team, including a school disability representative, we will create a personalized support plan called PAEH (Support Plan for Students with Disabilities).

3. Approval Process. The school management will review and approve the plan.

4. Informing Faculty Information about your accommodations will be shared with your teachers confidentially.

5. Implementation and Monitoring Your accommodations will be put in place, with regular check-ins to ensure they meet your needs.

Glossary

RQTH – Recognition of Disabled Worker Status
In France, the RQTH is a designation for individuals whose employment opportunities are limited due to physical, sensory, mental, or psychological disabilities. It is granted by a government commission called the CDAPH (Commission for the Rights and Autonomy of Disabled Persons).
For more information, you can visit the Service Public – RQTH.

MDPH – Departmental House for Disabled Persons
The MDPH is a government organization in each region of France that provides information and support for people with disabilities and their families. They help with administrative procedures and can provide financial support or assistive devices.
For more information, you can visit the MDPH website.