Several types of activities are used throughout the course to reinforce topics and increase knowledge retention. These activities include open ended questions from the instructor to the students, poll questions, quizzes, group activities and discussions. This interactive learning technique is based on sound adult learning theories.

COURSE FEATURES: 

• Taught by an authorized RESNA instructor and current ATP
• Collaboration with classmates
• Real-world learning activities and scenarios
• Access to online ATP Practice Exam - complete with diagnostic scoring

Online instructor-led courses will meet two times per week in the evening for 2 hours. Course length is 4 weeks. All class sessions will be recorded for unlimited view and review by course participants – including 60-day access following the last class. Participants will be granted access to their course instructor for the duration of the class schedule. All course information will be communicated to you directly, including delivery of all class materials.

Registration Fees:  $675 RESNA members $875 nonmembers 

The registration fee includes a digital copy of "Fundamentals in Assistive Technology, 4th Edition".

RESNA has been approved as an Authorized Provider by the International Association for Continuing Education and Training (IACET), 21670 Ridgetop Circle, Suite 170, Sterling, VA 20166: (703) 506-3275

*AT Fundamentals course CEUs may not be used for ATP certification renewal.*

PRESENTER: RESNA Staff 

WEBINAR OVERVIEW: Join us for a live Q&A session focused on RESNA’s certification programs, with a special emphasis on ATP eligibility, the value of certification, and continuing education requirements. A RESNA Membership and Operations Associate will walk attendees through the eligibility criteria and answer common questions such as:

• What qualifies as AT direct service work experience?
• What college degrees fit the “Rehab Science” category?
• How long does it take to gain the required work experience?

This is a free event open to anyone interested in the ATP certification program. It’s a great opportunity to get your questions answered and learn more about the certification process.

CEUs/CONTACT HOURS: Not awarded for this webinar.

TITLE: The Safe and Sound Protocol (SSP): A Calming Tool to Enhance Sensory Regulation and Assistive Technology Outcomes

SPEAKER: Alyssa McCarthy, ASHA

WEBINAR ABSTRACT: The Safe and Sound Protocol (SSP) uses specially engineered music to support sensory regulation and emotional resilience, reducing challenges that may limit the effective use of assistive technology (AT). Grounded in Polyvagal Theory, SSP promotes self-regulation and social engagement, improving outcomes for individuals with sensory and behavioral difficulties. This presentation explores how SSP complements AT interventions through case studies and practical strategies, emphasizing its role in maximizing functional capabilities in multidisciplinary settings. Attendees will gain insights into integrating SSP with AT to enhance participation and learning for individuals with disabilities.

LEARNING OUTCOMES:

1. By the end of this session, participants will be able to explain how sensory regulation supports better engagement with assistive technology and improves speech and communication outcomes.
2. Participants will be able to identify ways to incorporate the Safe and Sound Protocol (SSP) into intervention plans to support individuals with speech, language, and sensory needs.
3. Participants will be able to use what they’ve learned about SSP to help address barriers to assistive technology use and make communication more successful for individuals with disabilities.

CEUs/CONTACT HOURS: Completion of this webinar and all components earns 0.1 IACET CEUs

TOPIC: Cognitive and Sensory Impairments

This Webinar was hosted by RESNA's 24/7 Posture Care Management SIG!

TITLE: RESNA Position on Assistive Technology for Lying Posture Care Management (LPCM)

SPEAKERS: Jennifer Hutson, PhD, OTR/L, ATP and Patricia J. Toole, MAT, MsOT, OTR/L, ATP

WEBINAR ABSTRACT: Lying Posture Care Management (LPCM) is a critical aspect of 24-hour Posture Care Management (PCM) that enhances quality of life and prevents secondary complications. The intervention is intended for people with limited movement ability who have difficulty changing positions when lying down. This webinar contains detailed information about RESNA’s recently published position paper entitled “RESNA Position on Assistive Technology for Lying Posture Care Management”. The position paper defines LPCM, reviews current evidence, and outlines best practices to support its implementation. The position paper is meant to be used as an educational resource, guide research and inform policy decisions. In addition to learning about the position paper’s content, webinar attendees will apply what they’ve learned to case-based client examples and discuss strategies for incorporating LPCM into their practice.

LEARNING OUTCOMES:

1. Define Lying Posture Care Management (LPCM)
2. Identify two benefits of using LPCM. 
3. Explain how/why specific populations are suitable candidates for LPCM 
4. Describe the range of assistive technologies (AT) available for LPCM
5. Create aspects of an intervention plan that incorporates LPCM for a select case example

CEUs/CONTACT HOURS: Completion of this webinar and all required components earns 0.1 IACET CEU.

Topics: Seating and Mobility

Webinar Bundle: Latest Innovation Trio

Special Offer: $60 for all three webinars - FREE for RESNA Members! 

(Regular Price: $45 per webinar)

Enhance your knowledge and earn IACET CEUs with three expert-led webinars focused on 3D printing, robotics wheelchairs, and Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy. Perfect for rehabilitation and assistive technology professionals seeking practical, evidence-based insights!

Included Webinars:

• 3D printing sports and recreation equipment (0.1 CEU)
• What are robotics wheelchairs? Trends and design considerations to enhance assistive mobility technology  (0.1 CEU)
• Maintaining Independence with Assistive Technology for boys with Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy (0.1 CEU)

TITLE: 3D printing sports and recreation equipment

SPEAKER: Jonathan Duvall, HERL

WEBINAR ABSTRACT: Three-dimensional (3-D) printing is becoming a useful approach to prototyping and manufacturing custom equipment in almost every market. It is also accessible to all levels of designers from professionals to hobbyists. It is specifically appropriate for adaptive sports and recreation as everyone's abilities are different and the assistance that they need or want from technology varies greatly. This session will discuss the various types of 3D printing, demonstrate how to design a device using Computer Aided Design (CAD) software, how to make a device, and allow for hands-on demonstrations of devices made by the presenter. 

LEARNING OUTCOMES:

1. Explain the various types of 3D printing technology and how they work.
2. Understand how to design new devices in CAD software
3. Identify ways to have devices printed. 

CEUs/CONTACT HOURS: Completion of this webinar and all components earns 0.1 IACET CEUs

TOPIC: Play and Recreation in Assistive Technology

TITLE: Tech Tuesday with Restorative Therapies RT300 and Xcite2 (Advanced Integrated Functional Electrical Stimulation (FES) with Restorative Therapies RT300 and Xcite2: Optimizing Health Outcomes and Preventing Secondary Complications After Neurologic Injury)

SPEAKERS: Colleen Connaughton, PT, DPT and Laurie Magerfleisch, PT, DPT

WEBINAR ABSTRACT: This webinar focuses on the theory and application of Functional Electrical Stimulation for individuals with neurological injuries, demonstrating its role in enhancing mobility and reducing the consequences of prolonged immobility. Participants will gain an understanding of motorized and task-specific FES systems that support Activity Based Therapy interventions to enhance function and promote neuroplasticity. Examples of available technologies for clinic and home use that support lifelong health improvements and help prevent rehospitalization due to secondary complications will be reviewed.

CEUs/CONTACT HOURS: Completion of this webinar and all required components will earn 1 Contact Hour.

TOPIC: Emerging Technologies

TITLE: 2025 Colin McLaurin Lecture Webinar: Mobilty Equity: Uncovering Systemic Inequities Towards Persons with Mobility Disabilities

SPEAKERS: Jean L. Minkel, PT, ATP

WEBINAR ABSTRACT: This talk will use Bryan Stevenson’s four guiding principles to move toward justice, as a framework to work toward mobility equity.  We will examine our clinical practices, public policies, research agendas and technology offerings to uncover systemic inequities toward persons with mobility disabilities.  Hopefully, you too, will become not just a caring professional; but a motivated ally.

LEARNING OUTCOMES:

1. Describe the role of self-generated mobility on a child’s cognitive, social and language development.
2. Describe how medical necessity (the medical model) and prior authorizations influences full participation for persons with a long-term mobility disability
3. Describe the 4 principles in Stevenson’s model to impact systems of injustice.

CEUs/CONTACT HOURS: Completion of this webinar and all components earns 0.1 IACET CEUs

TITLE: Telerehab and Telewellness for People Aging with Disability

SPEAKERS: Sutanuka Bhattacharjya, Ph.D., Georgia State University, Yi-An Chen, Ph.D., Georgia State University, Katherine Hsieh, Ph.D., Georgia State University, Elena Remillard, M.S., Georgia Tech

Abstract: Telerehab and Telewellness programs, delivered virtually via apps or videoconferencing, offer the convenience of participating from anywhere and can facilitate access to specialized content. These remote programs can be especially beneficial for people aging with disabilities who experience barriers to in-person programs (e.g., transportation). This session will highlight 4 innovative Telerehab and Telewellness solutions for older adults with long-term disabilities from RERC TechSAge, including: the Tele Tai Chi program - a Zoom-based, social, exercise program (Remillard); KeyStroke – an in-home music-based training app for individuals with stroke (Chen); DigiHand – a remote hand rehabilitation system that track movements and progress (Sanford); and a fall risk mHealth app for people with Multiple sclerosis MS (Hsieh). Speakers will engage participants in interactive discussion on the challenges and potential of virtual rehab and wellness for this populati

LEARNING OUTCOMES:

1. Identify key considerations for Telewellness programs to promote safety, technology support, social engagement and user experience of participants with mobility disabilities 
2. Describe the current design and application of music-based training programs for stroke survivors, including how these programs support rehabilitation, improve motor function, and enhance recovery in a home setting.
3. Identify methods for assessing self-report and objective rehab measures in a virtual setting 

CEUs/CONTACT HOURS: Completion of this webinar and all components earns 0.1 IACET CEUs

TOPIC: Aging

TITLE: Creating Mobility Solutions for Children: Combining Industrial Design, Occupational Therapy, and Physical Therapy Skillsets to Achieve Better Outcomes

SPEAKERS: Maya Freedman,Thomas Jefferson University; Emily Betchyk, Thomas Jefferson University; Morganne Wandall, Thomas Jefferson University

WEBINAR ABSTRACT:

• Purpose: This interdisciplinary collaboration brought together students and faculty from industrial design, occupational therapy, and physical therapy to address the seating and mobility needs of children with mobility impairments. The goal was to enhance usability and access to modified ride-on bumper cars through thoughtful, user-centered adaptations.
• Rationale: Unlike prior single-day build events using modified Power Wheels vehicles—which achieved functional outcomes but limited iteration and team reflection—this multi-week project allowed for deeper collaboration, creative problem-solving, and inclusive design practices. The use of 12-volt bumper cars offered a more compact, maneuverable platform better suited for indoor environments, expanding their potential applications.
• Goal: This revised program successfully fostered sustained collaboration between design and rehabilitation disciplines, resulting in repeatable, adaptive mobility solutions that support children's participation and community engagement. The model offers a valuable template for future educational partnerships and inclusive design initiatives.

LEARNING OUTCOMES: 

1. Learn how to effectively structure and manage an interdisciplinary project to develop and build assistive solutions by adapting existing products, technologies, and materials. 
2. Learn about evaluation and validation methods for iterative development of assistive devices in a short term, intensive project.

CEUs/CONTACT HOURS: Completion of this webinar and all components earns 0.1 IACET CEUs

Topic: K-12 Practice