Assistive Technology Australia
Endless Possibilities for All
What is Assistive Technology?
Assistive technology (AT) is any device, system, or design used by individuals to perform functions that might otherwise be difficult or impossible. Such technology may be something as simple as your common household items such as a carrot peeler to the more complex products such as pressure care mattress for the prevention of pressure sores. In short, anything that assists individuals continue to carry-out daily activities can be considered assistive technology. Read More...
Virtual Showroom
Take a virtual tour of our display house that we have built in our showroom. Discover and learn more about products that enhance your independent living.
Visit Westpoint Shopping Centre, Blacktown to see our display house and more.
Accessible Home Virtual Tour- Check out the next dates for Home Mods course CPPACC5016A and CPPACC4020A
- New name Asstsitive Technology Australia ( AT Australia ), changed from ILC NSW
- ** @magic FACETED Search - a useful, friendly and powerful tool for professionals and consumers.
- Visit our Livable Design Display at Westpoint Blacktown | Call us for advice on AT.
- Visit our facebook page on www.facebook.com/ILCNSW
- Call 1300 452 679 to discuss your AT needs with our Infoline staff before visiting.
- We do not sell AT products. Assistive Technology Australia is NOT a shop.
- AT Australia provides information about Assistive Technology products and suppliers.
Services
We provide information and advice to people about assistive technology solutions for independent living.
We are a recognised leader in the field of assistive technology and accessible built environments. We provide expertise through consultation, training and publications.
We are a registered training organisation providing competency-based training for allied health and built environment professionals.
We conduct group tours at our display centre and give community talks to spread awareness about Assistive Technology and its role in aiding independent living.
Latest News
AT Australia Home Mods Courses in 2018
November 15, 2017
CPPACC4020A and CPPACC5016A are both Accredited units, offered by Assistive Technology Australia (AT Australia) for professionals the national recognised competency on Home Mods.
To meet with the high demands, AT Australia has scheduled the course dates for 2018, allowing the prospective attendants to register early.
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Training Calendar |
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Need to speak with us?
Call 02 9912 5800 or email training@at-aust.org
iCREATe2019 - a TransTasman lead conference in Canberra
September 29, 2017
AT Australia CEO Robyn Chapman, current President-Elect of CREATe Asia, is excited to announce that iCREATe2019 in Canberra will be a TransTasman lead Conference.
CreateAsia alliance partner and close colleague of AT Aust, the NZ Federation Disability Information Centres, have confirmed they will co-convene the conference with AT Aust. Also confirm that ATSA will host an exhibition in Canberra in conjunction with iCREATE 2019.
Together we look forward to bringing this conference and the AT community of the Asia/Pacific to Canberra.
i-CREATe 2019 is coming to Australia!
September 11, 2017
AT Australia CEO Robyn Chapman announced that:
Assistive Technology Australia with the NZ Federation of Disability Information Centres have been confirmed as the hosts for the 13th i-CREATe conference in 2019, to be held in Canberra.
We look forward to welcoming the Asian AT community to this event, the first time it will be held in Australia.
Upcoming Events
Celebrating International Day of People with Disability at Blacktown
5 December 2017
Venue: Max Webber Library Function Centre, Blacktown
Date: 5 December 2017 (Tuesday)
Time: 9am to 3pm
Assistive Technology Australia will be at Max Webber Library Blacktown on Tuesday 5th December to celebrate International Day of People with Disability. An Occupational Therapist will be available to answer questions, along with a display of assistive equipment to help with everyday tasks. One of our Assistive Technology Mentors, Caytlin Weir will also be participating in the showcase, presenting on her experiences using Augmentative and Alternative Communication. .... download flyer
Join us on the Day and we will show you the possibilities with Assistive Technology!
AT Australia Training - Home Modifications (Sydney)
12 - 13 December 2017
Venue: AT Australia, Blacktown
Dates: 12 and 13 December - course is FULL
Time: 9:30am - 4:30pm
Address: Westpoint, Shop 4019, 17 Patrick St, Blacktown
Parking: Level 4 Carpark via Alpha St Express Ramp
Instructors: Jane Bryce, Ruwani Siriwardene
Assistive Technology Australia is offering the national recognised competency of the following Accredited units:
. CPPACC4020A - provide access advice on building renovations
. CPPACC5016A - provide expert access advice on renovations to Private Dwellings
This two day course on Home Mods is for built environment and allied health professionals. It is an additional unit of competence towards a Cert IV or Diploma in Access Consulting.
Interested?
Download Enrolment form
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Training Guide |
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Contact us: call 02 9912 5800 or email training@at-aust.org
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