Course Description

Whilst many suppliers offer workshops on powered mobility, these are all provided within the ranges that the supplier has access to supply. At Assistive Technology Australia we will take you through all the features of powered mobility and empower you as a therapist to identify the advantages and disadvantages of chairs.
This one day introduction to powered mobility workshop will look at the different powered mobility bases on the market from entry level basic through to switch controlled rehab models.
Areas covered include:

• Different drive base options
• Clinical reasoning in drive base selection
• Product knowledge and power wheelchair feature update
• Actuators and functionality of chair
• Tilt recline and overview of standing
• Environmental considerations and constraints
• Access points
• Integration of environmental controls / communication devices

Learning Outcomes

At the end of the training, participants will be able to:

• Identify when different drive bases may be selected
• Identify differences between entry level and rehab powered mobility bases
• Discuss the use of powered actuators to manage pressure and positioning
• Identify at least 3 ways a person can independently mobilize a powered mobility base

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.