A9 Who is qualified to do AT assessments?
Currently, there is no credentialing or licensure available for AT assessment, and evaluation providers are most often licensed and or certified in related fields such as Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, and Speech/Language Pathology. Rehabilitation Engineers, while not certified/licensed, have engineering or technology backgrounds. Other persons who provide evaluation information often include AT Specialists/Practitioners who have identified themselves as having experience and knowledge in AT. Occupational Therapists, Physical Therapists, Speech Language Therapists are professionals who have training and expertise in clinically recognized areas. All practicing therapists must pass standardized tests and be certified or licensed in their field. However, there is no special requirement for assistive technology applications and a therapist may or may not have experience and expertise in assessment and recommendation for AT. You will need to ask if your therapist is qualified in th
