Temporary Medical Accommodations

Temporary medical conditions and pregnancy-related needs can create short-term barriers to fully participating in courses or campus life. Student Access and Accommodation Services (SAAS) offers two separate accommodation processes, one for temporary medical conditions and one for pregnancy-related needs, to ensure students receive appropriate and timely support.

Both pathways provide short-term, individualized accommodations designed to help you stay engaged in your coursework while prioritizing your health and recovery.

Temporary Medical Accommodations

Temporary Medical Accommodations (TMA) are for students experiencing short-term conditions that impact class participation, mobility, testing, attendance, or access to course materials. These may include injuries, concussions, surgeries, or temporary illnesses.

Temporary Medical Needs and Temporary Medical Accommodations

Examples of Temporary Medical Needs

• Broken limbs or mobility limitations
• Concussions or head injuries
• Short-term medical procedures
• Acute illness with a recovery period
• Temporary conditions that affect stamina or participation

Possible Temporary Medical Accommodations

• Flexibility with attendance or deadlines (as reasonable)
• Temporary note-taking support
• Modified testing arrangements
• Accessible seating or mobility assistance
• Use of assistive technology
• Adjusted participation exceptions
• Alternative formats for course materials

How to Request Temporary Medical Accommodations

  1. Submit the Temporary Medical Accommodation Request Form .
  2. Provide medical documentation using the Temporary Medical Verification Form .
  3. Complete an informational appointment (if required).
  4. Share your temporary accommodation letter with your instructors and discuss the supports you will need.
  5. Update SAAS if your condition improves or changes.

Temporary medical accommodations are approved for a limited duration and can be extended if additional documentation is provided.

Pregnancy-Related Accommodations

Pregnancy and postpartum students may need accommodation to maintain access during pregnancy, childbirth recovery, or related medical needs. These supports ensure compliance and Title IX protections and help you stay engaged throughout your academic journey.

Examples of Pregnancy-Related Needs

• Pregnancy-related medical restrictions
• Morning sickness or fatigue
• Medically necessary absences
• Childbirth recovery
• Postpartum complications
• Lactation needs

Pregnancy-Related Accommodations

• Flexibility with attendance or deadlines (as appropriate)
• Breaks during class
• Seating adjustments or mobility support
• Access to safe, private lactation spaces

How to Request Pregnancy-Related Accommodations

  1. Submit the Pregnancy-Related Accommodation Request Form .
  2. Meet with SAAS to discuss and create a tailored accommodation plan.
  3. Share your pregnancy-related accommodation letter with your instructors.
  4. Check in with SAAS if your needs change throughout your pregnancy or postpartum recovery.

Pregnancy-related accommodations typically adjust as the pregnancy progresses. Students may discuss updating their accommodation requests at any time.

Not Sure What Form You Need? 

If you are unsure whether your situation falls under temporary medical or pregnancy-related accommodations, SAAS can help you determine the right path.

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Lactation Rooms

Heartland Community College provides a supportive environment for breastfeeding employees and students to express milk. Consistent with the Nursing Mothers in the Workplace Act (820 ILCS 260), breastfeeding employees and students may take reasonable breaks for expressing milk on campus. At the Normal campus, SCB 1414 in the Library and the Ag Complex Wellness Room 1107, are designated private rooms for breastfeeding mothers.