documentation must be submitted to be considered under the supplementary admission route?

The disability documentation provided must be deemed acceptable (see acceptable
evidence below).
For verification of disabilities which professionals/specialists are deemed acceptable?
Type of disability Accepted
Blind / Vision impaired Ophthalmologist
Deaf / hard of hearing Audiologist, ENT Consultant
Physical / Mobility Disability Orthopaedic Consultant, Neurologist (consultant)
Other Consultant specific to condition
Medical Condition Relevant consultant in area of condition
Mental health condition Psychiatrist
Dyslexia / specific learning disability Educational Psychologist – enclose full report not
evidence of disability form
ADD / ADHD & Asperger’s Syndrome Psychiatrist
Head/Traumatic Brain Injury Consultant physicians, neurologists, neuropsychologists,
Other disabilities Relevant medical consultant / specialist
ASSESSMENT OF DOCUMENTATION
Disability documentation is assessed to determine if students are eligible or ineligible for
consideration under the supplementary admission route.
Eligible:
· Eligibility is based on the completion of the Medical Evidence Form by a relevant
specialist or consultant (see above)
· Personal Statement completed
· Second Level Academic reference completed
· All of the above documentation is assessed to determine if there is a significant level of
educational disadvantage
Ineligible:
· Medical evidence from a relevant specialist or consultant stating the student has not
been, nor will be, negatively impacted
· Evidence from a G.P is not sufficient
· No medical evidence provided
· Application form is incomplete
· Assessment of all the above documentation did not determine a significant level of
educational disadvantage

documentation must be submitted to be considered under the supplementary admission route?

The disability documentation provided must be deemed acceptable (see acceptable
evidence below).
For verification of disabilities which professionals/specialists are deemed acceptable?
Type of disability Accepted
Blind / Vision impaired Ophthalmologist
Deaf / hard of hearing Audiologist, ENT Consultant
Physical / Mobility Disability Orthopaedic Consultant, Neurologist (consultant)
Other Consultant specific to condition
Medical Condition Relevant consultant in area of condition
Mental health condition Psychiatrist
Dyslexia / specific learning disability Educational Psychologist – enclose full report not
evidence of disability form
ADD / ADHD & Asperger’s Syndrome Psychiatrist
Head/Traumatic Brain Injury Consultant physicians, neurologists, neuropsychologists,
Other disabilities Relevant medical consultant / specialist
ASSESSMENT OF DOCUMENTATION
Disability documentation is assessed to determine if students are eligible or ineligible for
consideration under the supplementary admission route.
Eligible:
· Eligibility is based on the completion of the Medical Evidence Form by a relevant
specialist or consultant (see above)
· Personal Statement completed
· Second Level Academic reference completed
· All of the above documentation is assessed to determine if there is a significant level of
educational disadvantage
Ineligible:
· Medical evidence from a relevant specialist or consultant stating the student has not
been, nor will be, negatively impacted
· Evidence from a G.P is not sufficient
· No medical evidence provided
· Application form is incomplete
· Assessment of all the above documentation did not determine a significant level of
educational disadvantage

MAKE A SUPPLEMENTARY ADMISSION APPLICATION

How do I make a supplementary admission application?
1.Complete the CAO application form like all students
2.You must disclose your disability or specific learning difficulty on the CAO form
3.Complete the Supplementary Information Form – If you submit a CAO application online you
will be directed to an online version of the form, if you submit a paper CAO application form a
Supplementary Information Form will be posted to you.
What information should I provide on the Supplementary Information Form?
You must provide the following information on the SIF:
· Details of disability
· Supports requested and/or provided in second level education
· Likely supports needed in higher education
· Personal statement outlining the impact of your disability to date
· Disability related documentation from medical consultant/Educational Psychologist’s
Report
· Second Level Academic Reference
What happens to the Supplementary Information Form?
The forms are sent to participating Colleges, who review all applicants as a group. This means
individual applicants are considered for places across all participating colleges.
If I have a language waiver for my Leaving Certificate, is this automatically accepted by
participating colleges?
No, if you require an exemption from language entry requirements you must apply directly to the
National University of Ireland and to the Admissions Offices of University of Limerick, Dublin
City University and Trinity College Dublin.
When is my application considered by colleges under the Supplementary Admissions
Route?
Your application is usually considered in the first round of CAO offers. Offers are made with
standard CAO First Round offers.
If I make a late application or use the change of mind facility am I still considered under
the Supplementary Admissions Route?
Yes, you will be considered under the Supplementary Admission Route for the final course
preferences indicated on your CAO Application.
Are mature applicants considered under the Supplementary Admission Route?
No, mature students with disabilities apply via the mature admission entry route.

MAKE A SUPPLEMENTARY ADMISSION APPLICATION

How do I make a supplementary admission application?
1.Complete the CAO application form like all students
2.You must disclose your disability or specific learning difficulty on the CAO form
3.Complete the Supplementary Information Form – If you submit a CAO application online you
will be directed to an online version of the form, if you submit a paper CAO application form a
Supplementary Information Form will be posted to you.
What information should I provide on the Supplementary Information Form?
You must provide the following information on the SIF:
· Details of disability
· Supports requested and/or provided in second level education
· Likely supports needed in higher education
· Personal statement outlining the impact of your disability to date
· Disability related documentation from medical consultant/Educational Psychologist’s
Report
· Second Level Academic Reference
What happens to the Supplementary Information Form?
The forms are sent to participating Colleges, who review all applicants as a group. This means
individual applicants are considered for places across all participating colleges.
If I have a language waiver for my Leaving Certificate, is this automatically accepted by
participating colleges?
No, if you require an exemption from language entry requirements you must apply directly to the
National University of Ireland and to the Admissions Offices of University of Limerick, Dublin
City University and Trinity College Dublin.
When is my application considered by colleges under the Supplementary Admissions
Route?
Your application is usually considered in the first round of CAO offers. Offers are made with
standard CAO First Round offers.
If I make a late application or use the change of mind facility am I still considered under
the Supplementary Admissions Route?
Yes, you will be considered under the Supplementary Admission Route for the final course
preferences indicated on your CAO Application.
Are mature applicants considered under the Supplementary Admission Route?
No, mature students with disabilities apply via the mature admission entry route.

OVERVIEW OF THE SUPPLEMENTARY ADMISSIONS AFTER RESULT 2012

What is the supplementary admission route into Higher Education?
The supplementary admission route facilitates access to some Higher Education Institutions
(HEIs) for applicants with disabilities, who, because of the impact of their disability, may not gain
the competitive CAO points for their course.
Who is the supplementary admission route for?
It is for you if:
· You are a student with a disability, and
· You may not meet the CAO points for the course of your choice due to the impact of your
disability
What kinds of disabilities are considered?
Students with a wide range of disabilities are eligible, including students who:
· Have physical and mobility disabilities
· Are blind or vision impaired
· Are deaf or hard of hearing
· Have significant ongoing health issues
· Experience significant mental health difficulties
· Have specific learning disabilities or dyslexia
· Have disabilities such as ADD, ADHD or Aspergers’ Syndrome
What standard of Leaving Certificate is required?
· Each College has set entry requirements to each course
· All applicants must reach minimum entry requirements and any specific course requirements
· Students are encouraged to contact individual Colleges for exact details
Which Higher Education Institutions participate in this scheme?
The following Colleges are participating in 2009:
Athlone Institute of Technology - AL
Dublin City University - DC
Dublin Institute of Technology - DT
Mater Dei - MD
National College of Ireland - NC
NUI Galway - GY
NUI Maynooth - MH
Trinity College Dublin - TR
University College Cork - CK
University College Dublin - DN
University of Limerick - LM
All participating HEIs have agreed common criteria for the assessment of eligibility for this
scheme. It is also expected that places available under supplementary admissions are targeted
at those experiencing the greatest educational disadvantage in second-level education. All
participating HEIs have agreed to review all applications for supplementary admission as a
group to ensure all applicants are treated fairly and to ensure consistency across the scheme.

OVERVIEW OF THE SUPPLEMENTARY ADMISSIONS AFTER RESULT 2012

What is the supplementary admission route into Higher Education?
The supplementary admission route facilitates access to some Higher Education Institutions
(HEIs) for applicants with disabilities, who, because of the impact of their disability, may not gain
the competitive CAO points for their course.
Who is the supplementary admission route for?
It is for you if:
· You are a student with a disability, and
· You may not meet the CAO points for the course of your choice due to the impact of your
disability
What kinds of disabilities are considered?
Students with a wide range of disabilities are eligible, including students who:
· Have physical and mobility disabilities
· Are blind or vision impaired
· Are deaf or hard of hearing
· Have significant ongoing health issues
· Experience significant mental health difficulties
· Have specific learning disabilities or dyslexia
· Have disabilities such as ADD, ADHD or Aspergers’ Syndrome
What standard of Leaving Certificate is required?
· Each College has set entry requirements to each course
· All applicants must reach minimum entry requirements and any specific course requirements
· Students are encouraged to contact individual Colleges for exact details
Which Higher Education Institutions participate in this scheme?
The following Colleges are participating in 2009:
Athlone Institute of Technology - AL
Dublin City University - DC
Dublin Institute of Technology - DT
Mater Dei - MD
National College of Ireland - NC
NUI Galway - GY
NUI Maynooth - MH
Trinity College Dublin - TR
University College Cork - CK
University College Dublin - DN
University of Limerick - LM
All participating HEIs have agreed common criteria for the assessment of eligibility for this
scheme. It is also expected that places available under supplementary admissions are targeted
at those experiencing the greatest educational disadvantage in second-level education. All
participating HEIs have agreed to review all applications for supplementary admission as a
group to ensure all applicants are treated fairly and to ensure consistency across the scheme.