Blind/partially sighted

The Manchester College has a dedicated Materials Modification Unit who adapt materials to the formats learners prefer. We identify these preferred formats at assessment.

Assessment of your needs

Before you start your course, you will meet a qualified tutor of the visually impaired. They will carry out a specialist assessment called Visual Impairment Education Welfare - (VIEW).

During your assessment you will talk about the type of support you may need inside and outside of the classroom.
We can provide the following:

Large Print handouts/coloured paper
Braille Materials
Tactile Diagrams including musical scores
Screen Reading Software
Guiding/finding your way around college
Loan of Specialist Equipment

Audio Materials

We can provide course materials on CD, MP3 or audio tape.

Magnification Software

We have software on the computer to make the text and icons larger.

Notetaking

We can provide someone to take notes for you whilst you are in class.

In-class Support

Support workers can provide the learner with all the visual information needed to fully access their course.
Out of Class they may act as a sighted guide and can accompany learners on trips and work experience.

Assistive technology and equipment

Jaws for Windows, screen reading system, Zoomtext, Supa Nova, scanners CCTV, Eezi Readers. Accessibility options on Microsoft Word.

What should you do?

Make sure that you have disclosed on your application and/or enrolment form.
If you are on a course, ask for a referral through your tutor or visit your student services team, or e-mail to the address below.

For further information contact: viservice@themanchestercollege.ac.uk