Candidates with Special Needs
The Academy is happy to accommodate candidates with Special Needs. Our aim is to provide an opportunity for all performers to use the Local Centre Examination System. We are aware that candidates’ needs differ greatly. With this in mind the requirements of each candidate with special needs are considered independently. Therefore it is essential that the special needs entry form is completed, and submitted at the time of application.
The RIAM can offer various provisions to enable our special needs candidates to participate in practical and theory examinations and recital certificate programmes. However, it should be noted that we do not offer any dispensation in the marking – every candidate is assessed on the same basis.
Further details may be obtaned in the current Examinations Regulation and Information booklet (Special Needs Regulation 2012). The application form is available from the RIAM Local Centre office or may be downloaded here