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The Importance of Confidentiality

We are required by Title I of the American with Disabilities Act (ADA), as well as section 19-11-95 of the South Carolina Code, to protect the confidentiality of students with disabilities: "A breach of the duty may result in liability to the patient." These laws prohibit us from revealing any information regarding a student's disability and/or accommodations to any one else without that person's consent "unless you are allowed or required to do so by law."

In social or classroom situations, we should avoid identifying the name of a student with a disability or the disability itself. All conversations regarding a student's disability should be conducted privately unless initiated by the student.


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Updated 12/18/06