Americans with Disabilities Act
The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is a federal civil rights law that prohibits discrimination against people with disabilities in everyday activities. The ADA prohibits discrimination on the basis of disability just as other civil rights laws prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, national origin, age, and religion. The ADA guarantees that people with disabilities have the same opportunities as everyone else to enjoy employment opportunities, purchase goods and services, and participate in state and local government programs.
How do I know if I have a disability?
An individual with a disability is a person with a physical or mental impairment that substantially limits one or more major life activities; has a record of such impairment; or is regarded as having such impairment.
A qualified individual with a disability is one who possesses the requisite skills, education, experience and training for a position, and who can, with or without reasonable accommodation, perform the essential functions of the position the individual desires or holds.
What is a Reasonable Accommodation?
A reasonable accommodation is defined as a modification or adjustment to the job application process or the work environment that enables a qualified person with a disability to be considered for a position, perform the essential functions of a position, or enjoy the same benefits and privileges of employment as are enjoyed by similarly situated employees without disabilities.
Providing Equal Opportunities and Accessibility for Individuals with Disabilities at Georgia Tech
At Georgia Tech, individuals with disabilities have an equal opportunity to pursue education or employment and to have access to campus programs, activities, or services. If you are a faculty, staff, or visitor and you have a disability and need assistance, we are here to help.
Workplace Accommodation Forms
- Georgia Tech Reasonable Accommodation Form
- Discover the convenience of submitting your Reasonable Accommodations online with just a click! Access this enhanced functionality today and streamline your accommodation requests with ease.
- Please fill out the Medical Certification Form and the Voluntary Self-Identification Form, then upload both documents to the reasonable accommodations section in the form.
- Discover the convenience of submitting your Reasonable Accommodations online with just a click! Access this enhanced functionality today and streamline your accommodation requests with ease.
- Essential Functions Analysis
- Supervisor Job Analysis
- Medical Certification Form
- Voluntary Self Identification Form
Related Accommodation Links
Pregnancy Workers Fairness Act
The Pregnancy Workers Fairness Act (PWFA) ensures that pregnant applicants and employees are not discriminated against and are provided reasonable accommodations in the workplace. Georgia Tech is committed to offering equal opportunity and reasonable accommodations for faculty, staff, students, and applicants in compliance with the PWFA. Accommodations may include modifications such as flexible work schedules, physical adjustments, and temporary transfers to safer roles.
Employees should request accommodations by completing the form below. Each request is evaluated through an interactive process to identify appropriate accommodations that balance the employee's health needs with their job responsibilities.
Religious Accommodations
Georgia Tech is dedicated to fostering an inclusive environment by providing equal opportunity and reasonable accommodations for individuals with religious beliefs. Our procedures ensure that all students, faculty, staff, and applicants are supported in their religious observances while maintaining operational efficiency.
We define "religion" broadly, encompassing traditional and non-traditional beliefs and practices. Employees seeking accommodations—such as flexible scheduling, leave for religious observances, or modifications to workplace policies—should complete the form below.
By submitting this form, employees can outline their specific needs, allowing Georgia Tech to engage in a thorough, individualized assessment and provide reasonable accommodations where possible.