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39Being identified with a special need could mean that students require specialist support, specific curriculum modification or individualized planning to ensure that they make the expected levels of progress given their starting points.6.4.2Categories of People of SENDThe following list describes the categories of disability recognized as requiring additional or different approaches within university.%u2022Intellectual Disability%u2022Specific Learning Disability%u2022Emotional and Behavioral Disorder%u2022Autism Spectrum Disorder%u2022Speech and Language Disorder%u2022Physical and Health-related Disabilities%u2022Visually Impairment%u2022Hearing Impairment%u2022Multiple Disabilities%u2022Gifted and Talented6.4.3Counseling RoleStudents with SEND have access to educational opportunities equal to their fellow students, students who suspect that they have a disability or who are referred to us for screening are encouraged to schedule a consultation appointment with the counselling office to explore whether a formal evaluation is needed.The Office of Student Affairs shall provide the necessary tools for early identification and assessment of students with special needs. In addition, professional psychological / Academic counselling shall be planned on a regular basis to support learning and help the students in overcoming obstacles to academic program.The UAE vision is to merge the people of determination with the community. The office of student affairs shall encourage and provide equal opportunities to the students with special needs to participate actively in all the co-extracurricular activities including sports training and competition. [Please refer to RAKMHSU/PPM; section 6:6.23 Special Education Needs and Disability (SEND) Policy].7. STUDENT SUPPORT SERVICES7.1 Learning Skills and Tutorial ProgramsThis service is designed to help students adjust to the demands of universitylevel work. Such programs help students develop and improve their reading, writing, listening, note-taking and problem-solving abilities. The Office of Student Affairs organizes workshops on personality management, time management,