Implementing Assistive Technology
For Students with Multiple Disabilities
So, you received a student’s assistive technology (AT) for mobility, standing, sitting and/or toileting – how can you ensure that the student gets the maximum benefit from it? This seminar will discuss the successful implementation of AT to improve school access and participation for students with multiple disabilities. Karen will show case vignettes and videos illustrating the incorporation of these equipment into a student’s daily class routine. Participants will learn strategies to address barriers to AT implementation and ensure frequent use during the school day or week.. Closed Captioned in English
BONUS: PRACTICAL TOOLKIT – Worksheets and Charts for Explaining AT Benefits, Choosing and Dosing for Standers, Barriers and Solutions, Organization & Scheduling; Assessment Tools
Karen Tartick, PT has been practicing for over 30 years in a variety of settings including outpatient orthopedics, early intervention, acute care, NICU, and school-based physical therapy. She currently practices in the Durham Public Schools in Durham, NC. Karen has served as a member of the Autism subcommittee of the School Based Physical Therapy Special Interest Group, and co-authored the Autism Spectrum Disorder Guide for parents on the Move ForwardPT website, the APTA’s consumer webpage. Karen is an APTA Advanced Clinical Instructor, and a mentor for school-based portion of the pediatric residency program at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, where she serves as an adjunct faculty member.
Disclosures: Karen receives a speaking fee from Apply EBP, LLC. She has no relevant nonfinancial relationships to disclose.
At the completion of the course, you are expected to:
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- Identify 2 benefits of the use of assistive technology to improve participation in the educational environment
- Determine appropriate assistive technology that promotes participation in meaningful school activities with peers, on a given case scenario
- Identify 2 strategies to support implementation for the use of assistive technology in the schools
1.5 hours of lecture
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- Assistive Technology and Children with Multiple Disabilities
- Implementing AT for Mobility, Standing, Sitting & Toileting
- Case Study Application
- Post-test: 10-item multiple choice. 70% correct answers required to receive a certificate
1.5 CE hours of training are awarded after:
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- watching the video, passing the post-test (with a score of 70% or higher), and completing the course evaluation.
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For OTs and OTAs
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- Apply EBP, LLC is an AOTA-approved provider of CEUs (see imprimatur below for details).
Implementing AT
For PTs and PTAs
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- Apply EBP, LLC is an approved provider of CEUs for PTs and PTAs in IL, NM, NY, OK (#BAP202310011), and TX (APS #: 2703055TX)
- This webinar is approved for PTs and PTAs in AR and CA.
- These PT state boards accept approval by other states boards, other state associations, or AOTA: AK, AZ, DE, FL, HI, IN, KY, MI, MT, NC, ND, OR, PA, RI, SD, TN, UT, VT, VA, WI, WY and DC.
- These states do not require pre-approval of courses or have no CE requirements for PTs and PTAs: AL, CO, CT, GA, IA, ME, MA, MO, NE, NH and WA.
- For MD, this webinar is approved as part of the Complex Disabilities Bundle (see Deals tab).
For Teachers
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- Apply EBP is an approved sponsor of CTLE for educators in New York State (#23827)
If you would like to obtain CEUs for another state, please email carlo@applyebp.com.
Learners must watch the video and complete course requirements, including scoring 70% or higher in the post-test to receive a certificate. Three (3) post-test retakes are allowed; if you exceed this limit, please email carlo@applyebp.com.
Webinar Price: $65 for 60-day access to watch and re-watch
Payment Options
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- Pay via Credit Card or PayPal: You are registered instantly!
- Pay via Purchase Order: Email vicki@applyebp.com
Cancellation Policy
There is no cancellation once webinar is purchased. You will have access to this course for at least 60 days. If the webinar becomes unavailable before the learner has had access for 60 days, Apply EBP, LLC will refund the full amount to the learner. Please email or call us if you have any questions.
Accommodations Request
Please email or call us before registering for the course with any questions or requests for accommodations. We will make every effort to provide reasonable accommodations.
Complaints Resolution
We welcome all feedback. Please email or call us if you have any complaints so that we may work with you towards a resolution.
Contact Info:
Carlo Vialu
646-269-9039
“Implementing AT” is part of the Complex Disabilities Bundle
Bundle Price: 4 Webinars for the Price of 3: $195
Bundle Description: We are happy to present 4 webinars tackling assessment and interventions for children and youth with complex/multiple disabilities, from three leading experts in our area of practice, Carlo, Karen and Sandra. Watch each video at your own pace. Download Apply EBP’s practical toolkit. Take the Post-test, and receive your certificates of completion. Have a great time learning!
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Testimonials
“Love hearing your thought process and case studies, they are so great!” – PT with 5 years experience
“This was applicable for my practice with multiple-needs students, I appreciated seeing all the equipment options and who would most benefit from them!” – PT with 24 years experience
“I really liked seeing different pieces of equipment, organization systems/schedules and ideas for team to buy in.” – PT with 9 years experience
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