Assistive Technology Learning
What is Assistive Technology?
Assistive Technology Learning aims to deliver education and training on assistive technology that meets the needs of a wide range of people. As Assistive Technology increases in complexity, those who benefit also have more complex needs and there is an ever increasing need for knowledge in the field.
Over the years the education program has developed to a tiered framework meeting the needs of learners working in the allied health, community and design areas throughout Victoria.
Assistive Technology Learning provides comprehensive education and training for health professionals, carers and other individuals and groups that assist and support people with disabilities and the aging population.
In particular, Assistive Technology Learning focuses on the application of available assistive technology designed to help people with disabilities become, or remain, independent in their daily lives.
Assistive Technology Learning reaches across Victoria, operating on a cost recovery basis only, and is presented by Yooralla’s Independent Living Centre. We have a Sponsorship Program comprising one Platinum, 5 Gold, 4 Silver, 3 Speakers and unlimited Bronze packages, which we traditionally offer health industry suppliers.
What Does Assistive Technology learning Offer In 2011?
It is our pleasure to present the Assistive Technology Learning training and education program for 2011. Exciting changes to the structure of this year's program will increase the opportunities for learners to extend their knowledge in the expanding area of Assistive Technology. The 2011 program includes workshops from Level 1, (Basic), through to Level 3, (Intermediate), allowing us to better classify workshops according to their content and target audience.
Level 1 (L1) - Basic
These brief sessions are designed to introduce participants to a specific area of assistive technology. Session content aims to familiarise participants with products available and how to safely use a selection of products. These courses are aimed at allied health assistants, attendant carers, students, new graduates, health professionals returning to work and others. More Information on Level 1 - Basic.
Level 2 (L2) - Foundation
Level 2 education may be one, two or three day events and are aimed at health professionals who wish to develop foundation skills in a specific area of assistive technology. They aim to prepare learners to select products and product features for use with less complex clients.
More Information on Level 2 - Foundation.
Level 3 (L3) - Intermediate
Level 3 events are one, two or three day events aimed at health professionals who wish to further develop their skills in an area of assistive technology. The aim is to prepare learners to prescribe assistive technology for use with clients with more complex needs and to be a reference point for other professionals working in a similar area. More Information on Level 3 - Intermediate.
Level 4 (L4) - Advanced
These sessions will not be offered in 2011 but will be introduced at a later date.
Supplier Display Days
These FREE display days are an opportunity for all learners to update their knowledge on a specific range of assistive technology currently available. More Information on Supplier Display Days.
What's On in 2011?
For information on Assistive Technology Learning Events and Workshops, please see the Assistive Technology Learning Calendar..
Download a PDF Copy of the Assistive Technology Learning Training Program for 2011.
Participant Information
Registration
You are advised to register early as some events may be filled quickly.
- Online
- Register for our workshops using our Online Booking System.
- By Mail
- Click here for a registration form [PDF 158Kb].
Send your completed registration form to:
Assistive Technology Learning.
Yooralla
P.O. Box 1101
Altona Gate VIC 3025 - By Fax
- Completed Application Forms can be faxed to (03) 9314 9825.
- In Person
- Your application and payment can be lodged directly at the Independent Living Centre, Brooklyn.
Office hours are 9.00am-4.30pm. - Certificate Of Attendance
- At the completion of all workshops, participants will be provided with a Certificate of Attendance.
Payment
(Please quote Registrants Name or booking Reference Number with all payments.)
- Credit Card
- Credit Card Payments can be made on the Registration Form.
- Cheques
- Cheques (or Money Orders) made payable to the 'Independent Living Centre'.
- Direct Payment
- Bank account details for direct payment:
Bank: Westpac
Acct Name: Yooralla
BSB: 033 037
Acct Number: 188490
Yooralla ABN: 14005304432 - Payment Policy
- Full payment confirms place in an event, non payment results in cancellation of booking. All forms of payment should be received within one month of booking but prior to the closing date (one week prior to the event). Exceptional circumstances will be considered.
- Cancellation/Refund Policy
- A refund (less 20%) will be given for cancellations received up to two weeks prior to event. Cancellation after this date will be ineligible for a refund. Substitute delegates can be negotiated. Exceptional circumstances will be considered.
2011 Assistive Technology Learning Sponsors
Assistive Technology Learning would like to thank all our sponsors for 2010.
2011 Sponsorships
A greater range of opportunities currently exist for suppliers of Assistive Technology to sponsor the NEW Assistive Technology Learning training program in 2011. The overall benefits of sponsorship include:
- Exhibition of your products before a target market of health professionals, people with disabilities, their carers, and funding bodies.
- Position your brand as a leader, by association with Assistive Technology Learning, a leader in education of specialised disability equipment
- Associate your brand with the iconic Yooralla brand, established in 1918
- Enjoy a non-intrusive medium to advertise your product
Read more about the Assistive Technology Learning sponsorship packages.
The following sponsorship packages are now open:
2012 Opportunities
Read more about the Assistive Technology Learning sponsorship packages for 2012.
Contact Assistive Technology Learning
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Assistive Technology Learning
Yooralla -
705 Princes Hwy
Brooklyn Victoria 3012
Melways Reference: 40 J10 - Postal Address
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Assistive Technology Learning
Yooralla
P.O. Box 1101
Altona Gate Victoria 3025 - Tel: (03) 9362 6111 / 1300 885 886 (Victoria Only)
- TTY: (03) 9314 9001
- Fax: (03) 9314 9825
- E-mail: AT.Learning@yooralla.com.au
If you would like to speak to us in a language other than English, please call us via the Telephone Interpreter Service on 13 14 50.
Getting To The ILC
- Location
- Unless otherwise stated all events are held at ILC Brooklyn, 705 Princes Hwy (formerly Geelong Rd), near the junction of Burgess St and Princes Hwy. Melway Ref 40 J10.
- Parking
- On-site parking is not available to event participants. However, participants with disabilities can arrange parking by prior arrangement with Assistive Technology Staff staff. Free parking is available along surrounding roads. As parking restrictions may apply check signage.
- Public Transport
- The number 414 bus travels between Footscray and Laverton South along Princes Hwy, departing from Paisley Street Terminus near Footscray Railway Station. There is a bus stop at the front of the Yooralla building. Note that some buses are wheelchair accessible, please confirm scheduled times on the day of travelling with the bus company.
- Accommodation
- If you are travelling from a regional area and need information about local accommodation please contact Assistive Technology Learning staff.