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AT Arizona Services

Listed below are the services available by AT Arizona. We provide workshops, trainings, and site evaluations for Arizona Vocational Rehabilitation and Arizona@Work staff.

Educational Workshops

AT Arizona has 8 established workshops that can be scheduled for staff in person or virtually. These trainings offer an overview of disability awareness, etiquette, and assistive technology for people with a variety of disabilities. If none of these trainings matches your needs, please contact our team for a customized workshop.

Disability and Civil Rights

This presentation discusses laws related to disability and employment, including the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Learn what accommodations people with disabilities can reasonably request from employers.
This training is 3 hours long and is available for 2.75 CRC Credit Hours

Blind and Visually Impaired

Introduction to working with people who are Blind or Visually Impaired. This session offers a basic understanding of the types of vision loss and the most common disorders that may lead to blindness. Learn etiquette, accommodations, and how to guide someone in this population. In addition, see a wide variety of the assistive technologies specialists may recommend for people who are blind or visually impaired, and understand why those recommendations are made.
This training is 3 hours long and is available for 2.75 CRC Credit Hours

Deaf and Hard of Hearing

Topics for this session include the different types of hearing loss and understanding the difference between people who are hard of hearing and those who are Deaf. Learn how to communicate with someone in either population, and understand etiquette and resources such as hearing aids and assistive technology.
This training is 3 hours long and is available for 2.25 CRC Credit Hours

Combined Vision and Hearing Loss

Learn about combined vision and hearing loss, challenges for people in this population, assistive technology adaptations, and the resources available to you. This session gives an overview of how to work with a person with combined vision and hearing loss, including communication and guiding tips.
NOTE: Attendees are only eligible for this training after attending the Blind and Visually Impaired and Deaf and Hard of Hearing workshops.
This training is 3 hours long and is available for 2.25 CRC Credit Hours

Motor Disabilities and Ergonomics

Learn about disabilities that may affect physical access, mobility and dexterity, including wheelchair users and arthritis. In particular, see assistive technology for access to computers and mobile devices. Preventive ergonomics and workstation adjustments are important parts of this topic.
This training is 3 hours long and is available for 2.75 CRC Credit Hours

Cognitive Disabilities

Learn about the functional limitations and potential AT and accommodations for a variety of cognitive challenges, including: learning disabilities, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Traumatic Brain Injury, Intellectual Disabilities, Developmental Disabilities, and Mental Illness.
This training is 3 hours long and is available for 2.50 CRC Credit Hours

Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC)

In this session, you will learn what AAC is, who uses it, and why it’s important. Learn proper communication, etiquette and interactions with people who may be using these communication systems. In addition, you learn about the team involved in working with people with speech related disabilities.
This training is 2 hours long and is available for 2.00 CRC Credit Hours

Episodic Disabilities

In this session, we discuss disabilities that are considered episodic and what that means for assistive technology considerations and accommodations in the workplace. Understanding the functional issues of these disabilities can better prepare individuals in identifying possible solutions.
This training is 1 hour long and is available for 1.00 CRC Credit Hours

 

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Site Evaluation

AT Arizona staff are available to conduct in-person or virtual site evaluations of VR and Arizona@Work offices. We will make recommendations for assistive technology purchases and staff training needs, so you and your team can better serve your clients with disabilities.

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Training Session

AT Arizona can provide direct training to VR and Arizona@Work staff, either virtually or in-person, in the use of the assistive technology available at your location. These trainings will teach staff to identify, maintain, and assist individuals with disabilities in the use of specific assistive technology.

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Local Community Events

November 1st, 2024  VRATE Conference

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VRATE Conference
Event is hosted by the Vision Rehabilitation and Assistive Technology Expo (VRATE): “The Southwest’s Largest and Longest Running Vision Loss and Blindness Resource Event”. For more information on the conference, visit the VRATE website: vrate.org.

  • November 1st, 2024
  • LOCATION: 5031 E. Washington Street, Phoenix AZ 85034
  • http://vrate.org

2024   Pacific Region ADA Conference

Local    

Event is hosted by the Pacific ADA Center:
"Join us in person or online for an engaging and informative regional event to learn about a variety of topics related to the ADA. Hear from a variety of experts in the field and enjoy opportunities to network with your peers!"
For more information and to register for this event, visit the Pacific ADA Center website: https://www.adapacific.org/annual-conferences/


2025 date TBD   Phoenix Abilities Expo

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Phoenix Abilities Expo
Event is hosted by the Abilities Expo: "We are thrilled to bring Abilities Expo to the disability community in the southwest. First, we’ll show you all the latest products, tech and game-changing opportunities. Next, you can attend informative workshops on issues that matter to you. Then you can try your hand at a host of different adaptive sports, dancing, and fun." Date: TBD Time: TBD Cost: FREE For more information and to register for this event, visit the Abilities Expo website: abilities.com/phoenix/.


TBD 2025 - IHD Evidence for Success Disability Conference

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IHD Evidence for Success Disability Conference
Event is hosted by the Institute for Human Development (IHD) and the Arizona Technology Access Program (AzTAP)

For more information and to register for this event, visit: aztap.org/conference/


National Community Event(s)

2024   DeafNation Expo

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Event is hosted by DeafNation:
"We are the foremost touring trade show for, by, and about deaf people. Since 2003, the DeafNation Expo showcase has attracted over 1 million attendees with hundreds of events throughout the United States. We are excited to celebrate 20 years in 2023 with you!"
For more information and to register for this event, visit the Brain Injury Alliance of Arizona website: https://deafnation.com/


2025 - TBD   RESNA Conference

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RESNA Conference
Event is hosted by the Rehabilitation Engineering and Assistive Technology Society of North America (RESNA).
For more information and to register for this event, visit: resna.org/Events/RESNA-2022-Virtual-Conference.


October 23 - October 25, 2024   Closing the Gap

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Closing the Gap
Event is hosted by Closing the Gap: “The Closing The Gap Conference is an opportunity to deepen your assistive technology (AT) knowledge and strengthen your implementation strategies. The conference week is designed to dig deeper into critical areas that have the power, when implemented strategically, to transform your classroom, your school, your district, your practice. When you start thinking differently about how to reach ALL students, how to infuse technology into learning, how to leverage AT strategies in all areas – then we begin to transform these areas and ultimately increase achievement and independence.”
For more information and to register for this event, visit the Closing the Gap website: closingthegap.com/conference/


TBD 2025   CSUN Assistive Technology Conference

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CSUN Assistive Technology Conference
Event is hosted by the California State University Northridge (CSUN): “The CSUN Assistive Technology Conference, also known as the CSUN Conference, is the ultimate community experience and the premier forum on technology for all persons with disabilities. For over 37 years, California State University, Northridge's Center on Disabilities has sponsored the conference, providing a platform for researchers, practitioners, educators, exhibitors and more from around the world, where they can share knowledge, innovations, and best practices to promote inclusion for all.
For more information, visit the CSUN Conference website: csun.edu/cod/conference/sessions/index.php/


January 30- February 1     ATIA Conference

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ATIA Conference
Event is hosted by the Assistive Technology Industry Association (ATIA): “Over the past 24 years, ATIA has been a community gathering for assistive technology practitioners, teachers, parents and caregivers, persons with disabilities and more to learn, network and share on the best in assistive technology.”

For more information and to register for this event, visit the ATIA website: https://www.atia.org/