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University of the West of Scotland


Enabling Support

Non-Medical Personal Help

Some students with disabilities may require personal helpers to assist them in their studies or to provide practical support.
NMPH support for individual students ranges from taking notes, proof-reading and providing physical support, to communication support.

Non-Medical Personal Help includes:

  • Note-taker/Scribe - Provides lecture and/or study notes to a high standard
  • Proof Reader – Provides support in relation to spelling, organisation and structure
  • Support Worker - Duties are note-taking, mobility assistance, physical and personal assistance
  • BSL Interpreter – Facilitator for deaf students. Interpreting English into British Sign Language.