Course Code: PED0125h-1
0.1 AOTA CEUs/1 Contact Hours
Target Audience: Licensed/Certified Medical Professional (i.e. PT, OT), Rehab Professional (ATP, SMS, CRTS)
Course Description: Assessing an end user for power mobility can be an intimidating task. Decisions that are made will have an impact on the individual’s quality life, functional mobility, physical well-being, and social interactions. This task can seem even more daunting when it comes to the pediatric end user. Children have the natural desire to move, explore, and learn. Research has shown that there is a strong correlation between self-initiated mobility and the development of visual, cognitive, social, language, and perceptual skills. This course will discuss the characteristics and decision-making process for alternative drive control devices, as well as the special considerations on early power mobility intervention. Potential assessment and training tools for pediatric power mobility will also be explored.
Learning Objectives:
At the conclusion of the course the participant will be able to:
- Differentiate the unique considerations that are involved when assessing children for the appropriate drive control device.
- Distinguish 2 reasons why non-proportional drive inputs may be more appropriate than proportional inputs for the pediatric end user.
- Apply 2 different methods for the assessment and training for potential early power mobility interventions
Pre-requisites: Students should have basic understanding of power wheelchair controls including set up and programming
Agenda:
- Hour 1
- Introduction/Key Concepts
- Considerations for Pediatric versus Adult End Users
- Mobility Training Considerations
- Supplemental Training Possibilities
Course Level: Beginner / Review
Instructional Methods: Lecture, Demonstration, Hands on Programming, Case Studies, Brainstorming
AOTA Classification Code: Occupational Therapy Process: Evaluation and Intervention
ADA: If you require ADA accommodations, please contact the Education Department (Education@PrideMobility.com).