The Office of College Health Education and Disability Services provides health counseling and education, crisis intervention, referrals to appropriate community health agencies and professionals, first-aid and treatment for minor illnesses, and processing of insurance claims for students who are injured while participating in college-sponsored activities. The Coordinator of College Health Education Services and Disability Services, a registered nurse, provides educational programs on health related issues throughout the academic year.

Students with special health needs or disabilities who may require accommodations are encouraged to contact the Coordinator prior to the beginning of each semester. If a student does not disclose a disability, the college will be unable to provide accommodations. Information regarding special parking arrangements can be obtained through the Office of College Health and Disability Services.

The Office of Health Education and Disability Services oversees compliance with public law 89-90 concerning measles/rubella immunizations for the general student population as well as the medical requirements for students enrolled in the college's allied health programs.

Student insurance/accident reports

Accident insurance is provided for all students while involved in college-related activities; additional 24-hour accident and health insurance may be purchased separately or directly from agents.

Injuries acquired as the result of a school related activity must be reported to the faculty or staff member in charge and to the Office of Health Education and Disability Services within 24 hours of the time of the injury. Accident report forms are available in the health education office. Failure to report an injury and/or complete an accident report may cause the insurance claim to be delayed or denied.

For more information, please contact the Coordinator of Health Education and Disability Services at (203) 575-8035 or email lnovi@nvcc.commnet.edu