38th Annual CSUN Assistive Technology Conference Has Concluded

Maximize AT User Outcomes Using AT Assessments

Date & Time: Monday, March 13, 2023 - 1:30 PM PST
Location: Orange County 1-2
Audience
Audience Level: Intermediate
Session Summary (Abstract): Half-Day Workshop and Part 2 of Introduction to Assistive Technology Workshop Bundle.
Summary
Level: Intermediate
Participants will be provided an in-depth look and in-workshop use of several Assistive Technology (AT) assessment tools appropriate for employment and pre-employment considerations. The purpose of the workshop is to provide AT professionals with an overview and experience with several AT assessments. AT services and provision should provide an interdisciplinary approach. Assessments offer a platform for service delivery that provides consistent, usable data, justification, and accountability for the employer, employee, and service provider. Thereby effectively matching the users’ needs, characteristics, and preferences.
Learning Objectives

Learn the concepts of AT services and AT assessments based on AT laws
Identify obstacles to adoption or factors that might lead to abandonment
Develop outcome measures to determine user satisfaction and utilization as well as the efficacy of the device
Understand factors which make up an AT assessment
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Secondary Topics
Session Type: General Track