Course Description

The course looks at the evidence behind the occurrence of falls with an aim to explore a range of Assistive Technology options to assist with optimising client and environmental safety. With reference to current literature this half day course will assist those working with at risk populations to evaluate a range of practical strategies in light of contextual risk factors.

This half day course will cover the following areas:

• Lighting
• Flooring
• PPE
• In the garden
• Pets
• Falls monitoring and dection devices/technology

Learning Objectives and Outcomes

The course participants will be able to:

• Explore the incidence of falls in context of the available data
• Apply a multimodal approach to identifying and managing risk factors
• Analyse a range of Assistive Technology strategies for the prevention and management of falls

How to Register

To register for this course please fill out this 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

Refunds

If a student withdraws from the course after they have confirmed their enrolment, i.e. submitted their enrolment form to AT-AUST, the student may:

• Substitute a person at any time. The substitute must be from the same workplace and similar background or position within the organisation
• Request a refund up to 7 days prior to the commencement of the training, less a 10% administration fee
• Request a transfer to another program within the current financial year

All fees for any RPL (Recognition of Prior Learning) undertaken by AT-AUST for any student who withdraws from a course after they have confirmed their enrolment will be payable in full by the student.

Cancellation

Cancellation Policy

• AT-AUST reserves the right to cancel a program when there are insufficient enrolments or unforeseen circumstances. Notification of cancellation will be given by email. If we cannot place the applicant in another program, we will refund the full course fee.
• AT-AUST will notify students as soon as possible if a course is cancelled
• AT-AUST does not take responsibility for any student’s costs associated with any such cancellation including airfares, travel or accommodation

Accessibility

AT Australia at Blacktown is accessible for people with a disability.
Additional learning support during training and assessment can be arranged with prior notice.