Some examples of common disabilities or medical for which post-secondary students reach out for accommodations and support vary on the individual. We see a lot of students who experience barriers related to ADHD, Anxiety or Depression or Trauma. Learning Disabilities, Autism Spectrum Disorder, mobility or mental health disorders, visual or hearing impairments. We have students […]
Yes. MyLearningCoach works collaboratively with many post-secondary accessibility offices. We are here as an additional support to post-secondary students and aim to work as trusted partners with post-secondary schools. Many post-secondary accessibility offices refer students to MyLearningCoach directly. Working collaboratively with post-secondary accessibility professionals helps to ensure full access for students.
MyLearningCoach is a collective of educational professionals who have come together to increase access for post-secondary students. We believe collaboration is key to success and thus, we work collaboratively with various professional orgnizations to ensure students can access the support needed. If you are involved in an organization that would like to partner and collaborate […]
At MyLearningCoach we specialize in post-secondary accessibility. We aim, as always, to work collaboratively with the post-secondary accessibility offices, at the schools students attend, to ensure students feel fully supported with their learning. We do support students to advocate for their learning needs and can help students to understand what accommodations and supports might be […]
Why should I work with MyLearningCoach? Because we provide access to financial support. We realize finances are often a barrier preventing students from accessing necessary support. To mitigate this barrier, MyLearningCoach works collaboratively with many post-secondary accessibility offices to support eligible students to access the Canada Student Grant for Students with Disabilities and the Canada […]
Why should I work with MyLearningCoach? Because we collaborate! Collaboration in education is important. We collaborate with students to determine the support they need, and we collaborate within the MyLearningCoach team to ensure students have full access to the agreed-upon supports. Such collaboration could involve arranging assistive technology consultations and training sessions, referrals to psychologists […]
Why should I work with MyLearningCoach? We offer flexible scheduling options. Our virtual access allows students to meet with us at a time that works best for them. Students are not limited to accessing support during regular working hours. We have no wait lists, and no time restrictions. Students need flexibility. Our services are designed […]
Why should I work with MyLearningCoach? We offer timely and personalized support! Students are promptly connected with a professional for individualized support to meet their unique learning needs. Our team remains in regular contact and engages with students throughout their term. Once students connect with MLC, we aim to get them set up and supported […]
Why should I work with MyLearningCoach? We have a vast team of highly qualified and experienced professionals. Our team consists of experienced, qualified educational professionals who utilize a collaborative coaching framework to support learners. We are expert learners with various educational backgrounds. Our coaches have bachelor of education degrees, master degrees in various areeas including: […]
Disability is defined as “any impairment, including a physical, mental, intellectual, cognitive, learning, communication or sensory impairment- or a functional limitation- that restricts the ability of a person to perform the daily activities necessary to pursue studies at a post-secondary school level or to participate in the labour force. There are many medical conditions that […]
MyLearningCoach is designed to support students who experience disability-related barriers to learning. We support many students who experience barriers related to ADHD, anxiety/depression, Learning Disabilities and more. We work with students enrolled in trade school, various college, diploma and certificate programs. We have students enrolled in their undergrad, grad school and students working on their […]
We believe all post-secondary students can benefit from working with MyLearningCoach. Learning is not always a linear process and involves utilizing many approaches to learning content and demonstrating learning. Our coaches are expert learners and can help all students refine their processes so they can achieve optimal results.
We support students to access the Canada Student Grant for Services and Equipment to cover the cost of assessments with us. For students who do not have access to grant funding, we have reduced rate assessment options available as well.
Students wishing to access an assessment with us will participate in an Assessment Intake with one of our accessibility coordinators. We work collaboratively with the student to determine which assessment is the right access point for the student.
An assessment can help you understand your strengths and barriers as a learner and verify your disability. Our assessment services can also help you access post-secondary learning accommodations, disability grant funding, and additional services and equipment needed for full access, such as academic strategy instruction, tutoring support, assistive technology, and more.
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