Course Description

Assistive Technology for Tremors is a new course offered by the Independent Living Centre NSW.

Designed for people with tremors, carers, and professionals, this hands-on and interactive course will allow participants to explore and trial different equipment or strategies.

Learning Outcomes

On completion of the course, participants will be able to:

• Identify assistive technology or strategies that could aid a person living with tremors
• Explore and select suitable solutions for daily living tasks that the person with tremors might find difficulty in completing
• Understand factors to consider when selecting or recommending equipment for people living with tremors
• Learn about resources on tremors

How to Register

To register for this course please use one of the following methods:

1. Click for Online Registration
2. or download form for Paper Registration
   

For Paper Registration, fill out registration form with payment details and send to:

• Assistive Technology Australia
  
  PO Box 8034
  Westpoint Blacktown
  NSW 2148

Registration forms may also be faxed with credit card details to:

• (02) 8814 9656

Cancellation & Refunds

When a cancellation or refund is unavoidable, you can:

• Substitute a person in the course
• Request a refund up to 7 days prior to the course (less 10% admin fee)
• Request a transfer to another course

Assistive Technology Australia reserves the right to cancel a course when there are unforeseen circumstances. Notification of cancellation will be given by phone. If we cannot place the applicant in another course, we will refund the full amount.

The ILC is accessible for people with a disability. Additional learning support during training and assessment can be arranged with prior notice.

Instructor Profile

Rebecca Chedid

B.App.Sc. Occupational Therapy

Rebecca Chedid is an occupational therapist and certified trainer at Assistive Technology Australia providing advisory services in the area of assistive technology. Rebecca has expertise on alternative access methods and communication assistive technologies. She has created assistive technology resources on tremors. Rebecca previously worked in the research area in the use of Information and Communication Technology by rural occupational therapists and the use of telecommunication technology in delivering therapy services to people with a disability living in rural and remote areas. She has presented at national and international conferences and forums.