DSA stands for Disabled Students Allowances which is the financial assistance given to individuals with various disabilities who wish to pursue their education. This is very helpful for persons with disabilities since most of them find it difficult to pursue their education because they cannot easily find employment.
If you want to avail of the DSA Student Finance, you must pass the assessment for disabled students. You must complete the DSA application form and once it is approved, you will be assessed to determine if you are qualified to receive the DSA Student Finance monetary assistance. Together with the application form, you also need to submit the necessary supporting documents to prove your status as a person with disability. To prove your disability, you can submit a medical report from a qualified physician, educational psychologist or any qualified medical professional. Once your status as a person with disability is approved and proven to be authentic then you will undergo further evaluation in an assessment center that is accredited by the DSA Student Finance.
The evaluation process involves a personal appearance where you will be evaluated by an accredited assessor. The assessor is a qualified professional with the necessary experience in the evaluation of persons with disabilities. There are many types of disabilities aside from the obvious physical disabilities that can be seen by the naked eye. Some disabilities come in the form of learning or mental disabilities. If you have these types of disabilities then you are qualified to submit your application for the DSA Student Finance. During the evaluation, the assessor will discuss with you about the requirements needed for your course as well as your needs as a person with disability. This part of the evaluation is very important because this will determine the specific equipment that you will need for your studies. Once that is determined then the necessary equipment will be provided for your studies based on the result of the evaluation.
When you qualify for the DSA Student Finance, you will be given full assistance to be able to complete your studies even if you have disabilities. The funding body will decide on the amount of funding that you will need for your studies as well as your other needs as a student with disabilities. The DSA Student Finance will also work hand in hand with the university that you will be attending to determine a way for you to get the best education.
