What is reasonable adjustment?

The Disability Discrimination Act (1992) requires educational institutions to put in place actions to help ensure equal opportunity for people with a disability. In TAFE NSW this is referred to as 'Reasonable Adjustment'.

The legislation does not specify the types of adjustments required to remove discrimination. Each case needs to be considered in its own circumstances and previous case law.

Some examples of education related adjustments in the educational environment include:

• changes to the physical environment, such as modified physical spaces or provision of equipment
• modifying communication systems or information provision
• providing course materials in alternative formats
• provision of interpreters, readers etc
• alternative assessments and/or examinations
• provision of a private room for undertaking exams

Contact a disability consultant or head teacher for more information.