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Our courses show you how to apply theory and clinical reasoning to equipment selection in a very practical way.
Assistive Technology Australia (AT Australia) Training courses are a must for anyone involved with prescribing or sourcing AT.
Why Learn With Us?
Great presentation with hands on look at equipment, demonstrations and problem solving.
AT Australia is a registered training organisation, providing competency-based training for care workers, allied health, and built environment professionals.
We show you how to apply clinical reasoning to equipment selection. Hands-on trial and evaluation of a comprehensive range of products and their features provides valuable experience for students, new graduates, care workers and experienced health professionals who want to upgrade their skills.
Our instructors are qualified health professionals with experience in delivering competency-based training.
Our Courses
Home Modifications Course CPPACC4020A and CPPACC5016A
CPPACC4020A and CPPACC5016A are Accredited units. The course offers attendants the national recognised competency on Home Mods. It aims to expand the knowledge of Allied Health professionals, builders, building consultants/designers to have requisite skills and knowledge to create/modify existing private dwellings to suit the specific needs of the client, and where appropriate, family and/or carers.
Cert IV in Assistive Technology Mentoring
This course provides the knowledge and skills to perform as an Assistive Technology (AT) Mentor. AT Mentors assist and support people with disabilities and/or carers to make informed choices about their assistive technology and home modification needs.
Accessible Building and Environments
This training program will provide you with the skills and knowledge to confidently design and build for the older generation and people with a disability. Be one of the first to gain this nationally recognised qualification.
AT for Falls Prevention
This 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.
AT for Memory Loss
In early stages of dementia there are many strategies and assistive technology that enables a person to remain independent.
AT for Tremors
This course is 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.
Easing the Pressure - Cushions and Mattresses
With so many different pressure- relieving products on the market, how do you know which one to choose and when to apply it? Discover the features and properties of the various products and find out how to apply them to clients at risk of developing pressure sores.
Introduction to MAT Evaluation
MAT is an assessment tool essential for ensuring appropriate postural outcomes in relation to Seating and wheelchair prescription. Understanding the postural tendencies, postural capacity and required postural supports are the foundations for any wheelchair and seating assessment.
Manual Handling for Care Workers
This course covers how to efficiently and safely transport a client using correct manual handling techniques - with and without assistive technology. Participants gain an understanding of current WH&S legislation related to manual handling and injury prevention.
Manual Wheelchair Prescription
Getting the right fit between the client and the manual wheelchair is an essential part of the prescription process. This two-day course covers clinical aspects of manual wheelchair prescription, and provides hands-on investigation of manual wheelchair features.
Powered Mobility
This course looks at the different powered mobility bases on the market from entry level basic through to switch controlled rehab models and aims to empower the therapist to identify the advantages and disadvantages of powered mobility.
Power Assist
Power Assist options are becoming popular as primary mobility devices or to provide occasional assistance. This course covers what types are available and what factors need to be considered.
Seamless Living - Home Automation
With so many different ‘smart’ products on the market, how do you know which one to choose ? Discover the features of the various products and find out how to apply them to clients. Get a grip of the latest technology in a hands on environment.
Access Training
Training staff have hands-on practical experience consulting on the interpretation of the BCA, DDA, and Australian Standards for compliance with disability legislation, auditing drawings and buildings for compliance.
Members of the Master Builders Association of NSW who gain the
Statement of Attainment for all 3 units of competence are to be eligible to apply to be a qualified
building access expert and receive 50 CPD points.
Members of the Building Designers Association of NSW should contact the Association for information
on professional development benefits associated with this training.
Access Training
Claim formal training hours on our popular training program Accessible Buildings and Environments
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