Student Support
We are committed to making sure that you can access your course and that you're successful in your studies. So if you need support with any aspect of your learning please fill in and submit the contact form, or alternatively you can contact our Student Support Team on 01509 618313, or just come and see us in B118. Here is an idea of the kind of things we can help with:
Literacy and Numeracy
We have a team of tutors in the Learning Resource Centre to help you improve your reading, writing and maths skills, as well as specially trained staff to support dyslexic and dyspraxic students. We can also assess for exam concessions.
Learning Support Assistants
Our Learning Support Assistants and Note Takers are here to help you. Whether you're finding it hard to understand or need some help with your reading and writing, we can help!
Visual Impairment
Working in partnership with the RNIB College, we can help you with your mobility around the college, have course materials and handouts put into your choice of format (large print, Braille, audio tape), provide note takers in class, loan you specialist equipment and help you learn Braille.
Deaf or Hard of Hearing
We can provide communication support (including BSL) access to technology to assist you, including portable hearing loops and microphone aids, adapt course materials as necessary and offer note taking in classes.
ASD Support
We have specialist staff waiting to help you in all aspects of your studies. We can help you work on interpersonal and social skills, organise and manage your workload and assist you with your written assignments.
Mental Health Difficulties
We can provide a contact person with whom you can discuss your progress and who can be a regular point of contact for you. Our in-college counselling service can provide a confidential space to talk.
Anyone can experience a mental health difficulty. There are many different difficulties, but common signs can be; lack of concentration, sleeplessness, change in behaviour, not eating properly or neglecting personal hygiene.
Our Mental Health Co-ordinator, Sarah Outram is available to support and assess individual students who may be experiencing mental health difficulties and can also speak with anybody who is concerned about a student. Information received will be treated in confidence.
Contact Sarah on 01509 517171, at sarah.outram@loucoll.ac.uk or find her in Student Support B118.
Support for students on a Higher Education Course
Disabled Student Allowance (DSA) is a government funding scheme designed to pay for extra costs a student has on a Higher Education Course as a result of the effects of their disability, medical condition, Specific Learning Difference (SpLD) or mental health condition..
DSA funding is allocated to the individual student and not the college. It is the student’s responsibility to ensure they engage fully in the process of applying for DSAs. The allowance can help pay for study related support, including specialist equipment and human support to help the student overcome the effects of their disability on their studies.
They will not pay for:
- Costs a student would have whether or not they were at college
- Non-disability related costs incurred by all students on a particular course
DSAs are not:
- A loan so you will not have to repay them when you have graduated
- Classed as income so do not affect state benefits
DSAs are available to UK students who meet criteria defined by the government. Click the link below for more information. Disabled Students' Allowances (DSAs) : DirectgovÂ
Information for National Network of Assessment Centres (NNAC) Assessors
Click the link below for more information on NNAC Assessors roles at Loughborough College NNAC Assessors Information
Student Counselling Service
A full-time, professional counselling service is available to support all college students during term-time. The service is strictly confidential and can help you deal with any personal problems during your time at college and support you in achieving your goals.
To book an appointment with a counsellor, you can drop into Student Support B118. The only information you will have to give is your availability and your initials. Alternatively, you can contact the Counselling Service direct on 01509 618333 or email counsellor@loucoll.ac.uk
Loughborough College Counselling Service is a member of The British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP)
Inclusion Officer
Angela Beale is the Inclusion Officer and is based in Student Support B118. She is able to offer support to young people in or leaving care, the rehabilitation of young offenders and young carers. You can contact her by calling 01509 551750, emailing angela.beale@loucoll.ac.uk or by popping in to Student Support.
