Offering AOTA certified courses in the leading edge of assistive devices.
We offer two online courses, one in Upper Extremity Robotics, one in Upper Extremity Arm Supports. Earn CEU’s for free while learning about innovative technology that could change your clients lives.
Upper Extremity Robotics
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Course details
LEVEL: Introductory
INSTRUCTIONAL METHOD: Online Course
CONTACT HOURS: 1
CEU Credits: 0.1
PRESENTED BY: Kelsy Brown, OTD, OTR/L
Completion Requirements
In order to obtain CEU credits, participant must attend the entire course, sign in and out, and complete an online course assessment following completion of the course.
AOTA Classification Codes
CATEGORY 2: OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY PROCESS
Content of the activity directly relates to the scope of practice of Occupational Therapy as defined by the American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA).
Target Audience
This program is designed for but not limited to Occupational Therapists, Physical Therapists, Physicians, Therapy students, Assistive Technology Professionals, and Medical Suppliers/Providers.
Course Overview
This 1-hour course explores the functional application of the use of upper extremity robotics during activities of daily living for individuals who have upper extremity limitations due to illness or injury.
The course will give clinicians and providers a framework to aid them in recognizing which individuals would benefit from upper extremity robotics, and will help clinicians and providers identify:
- How assistive robots differ from traditional robots.
- How assistive robotics are integrated mechanically and electronically with a power wheelchair.
- How assistive robotics can be utilized in activities of daily living and independent activities of daily living.
Upper Extremity Mobility Devices
NEXT CLASS SESSION – Coming Soon!
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Course details
LEVEL: Introductory
INSTRUCTIONAL METHOD: Live Lecture | Discussion | Clinical Application | Demonstration
CONTACT HOURS: 1
CEU Credits: 0.1
PRESENTED BY: Kelsy Brown, OTD, OTR/L
Completion Requirements
In order to obtain CEU credits, participant must attend the entire course, sign in and out, and complete an online course assessment following completion of the course.
AOTA Classification Codes
CATEGORY 2: OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY PROCESS
Content of the activity directly relates to the scope of practice of Occupational Therapy as defined by the American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA).
Target Audience
This program is designed for but not limited to Occupational Therapists, Physical Therapists, Physicians, Therapy students, Assistive Technology Professionals, and Medical Suppliers/Providers.
Course Overview
This 1-hour interactive course explores the functional application of arm supports to accomplish activities of daily living for individuals with upper extremity limitations due to illness or injury. This course will give clinicians and providers a framework to aide them in recognizing which individuals would benefit from upper extremity arm supports.
The course will also help clinicians and providers identify upper extremity arm supports that are available in the United States and recognize the difference between mechanical and powered arm supports. Finally, the course will review current research on upper extremity arm supports and potential funding options for the arm supports.
Partners in Medicine is an AOTA Approved Provider of professional development.
AOTA does not endorse specific course content, products or clinical procedures.