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Other support services and FAQs

Ongoing medical condition

psychological conditions including depression and anxiety
carer of someone with a disability
AccessAbility

Elite athletes

students who participate and compete in sport at an elite level
Elite athletes program

Other foreseeable circumstances

armed services duty
jury duty or appearing in court
emergency services employee/volunteer

prearranged events such as court hearings, surgery
Subject Coordinator
Request for an extension
Alternative Exam Arrangements

Scenarios and alternative support services

The following are examples of scenarios that will not usually be considered eligible for special consideration. Whilst special consideration may not be the appropriate support mechanism in these cases, there are other services available:

Scenario	Alternative support services
You have been impacted by the transition to online learning and teaching	View La Trobe’s Student Guide to Online Learning Student IT Support. Make an appointment for Counselling, Disability Advisor or wellbeing support. Chat to your subject coordinator.
You are in self-isolation without having contracted COVID-19	Student Wellbeing has many services available to you throughout this time. Chat to your subject coordinator.
Another member of your household is in self-isolation but has not been diagnosed with COVID-19	Student Wellbeing has many services available to you throughout this time. Chat to your subject coordinator.

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