TEMPLATE 2h - Mobility Scooter Prescription
THIS IS A TEMPLATE. DO NOT USE FOR BOOKING.
Mobility scooters are high-risk assistive technology, as each year many people across Australia are in an accident using a scooter. This training will outline the step-by-step process to assess, request and train adult clients to use mobility scooters. Steps will be outlined using the OT process to mitigate risks and ensure good outcomes.
Learning objectives:
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Understand the Process of Assessment for Mobility Scooters (vs Powered Wheelchair)
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Apply clinical reasoning for safe and effective recommendations of scooters
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Complete assessments to determine if you should recommend for a scooter
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Trial and train your clients to use the scooter to be safe, independent to meet their goals
About the Presenter: Karen Maurer has over 22 years’ experience working as an OT, including many years as a senior clinician with a special interest in assistive technology. She runs a private practice supporting adult clients with progressive neurological conditions and SCI, helping them stay connected with their community through using equipment including scooters and wheelchairs.
We will email the zoom link to attendees approximately 24hrs prior. We will share a link to the recording with all ticket holders after the event for those who can’t make it live or those who wish to watch again. This link will be valid for 14 days.
Verve OT is based in Sydney NSW and therefore we work off the timezone AEST (Australian Eastern Standard Time) or AEDT (Australian Eastern Daylight Savings Time). Please adjust the start time accordingly if you are in another timezone so as to not miss out.
(AEST or AEDT)
To find out more about Verve OT and the training services we offer, head to https://verveot.com.au/ot-training/