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A print version of the JCQ document Access Arrangements and Reasonable Adjustments is available here to support those centres who may use a printed paper copy in conjunction with the on-screen interactive PDF version.

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Access Arrangements and Reasonable Adjustments 2024/25
Overview of evidence requirements for access arrangements (Effective from 1 September 2024)
Case studies of disabled candidates with significant difficulties (effective from 1 September 2023)
Overview of the access arrangements/reasonable adjustments process for centres accepting private candidates – 2024/25
25% extra time infographic
26% to 50% extra time infographic
Computer reader/reader infographic
Scribe infographic
A guide to the special consideration process 2024/25 – General and Vocational qualifications
Decoding guidance for readers – Maths and Science exams
Infographic - key reminders: access arrangements and special consideration
Infographic - helpful tips for processing special consideration applications
Information sheet for centres to use with parents – PDF version
Information sheet for centres to use with parents – editable Word centre template
Guidance regarding parental/candidate requests for access arrangements when the centre has no evidence of need
2024/25 Update to the 7th edition of the Patoss guide: Assessing the need for Access Arrangements in Examinations
Patoss-JCQ Assessing the need for Access Arrangements in Examinations: A Practical Guide - 7th Edition
Clarification for centres affected by RAAC – November 2024
Reasonable Adjustments for GCE A-level Sciences – Endorsement of practical skills
Guidance regarding access arrangements/reasonable adjustments when a candidate changes centre
Guidance for centres on remote invigilation
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