OTA 145 — Assistive Technology for Occupational Therapy Assistants
The knowledge and application of assistive devices are fundamental in the practice of occupational therapy across diagnostic categories and age groups. This course presents an introduction to a broad range of equipment from "low-technology" to complex "high-technology" devices. Topics include: adaptive equipment for activities of daily living, home modifications, personal mobility, and adapted driving, computer accessibility, and communication aides. The environments in which assistive technologies are used will be explored including home, school, work, play and recreation. The populations with whom assistive technology can be used across the lifespan. (CSU)