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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
2024 VRATE Conference
Local Category
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” 2024 Date and Location to be determined For more information on the previous conference, visit the VRATE website: vrate.org.
- 2024 Date TBD
- LOCATION: TBD
- http://vrate.org
August 22-23, 2023 Pacific Region ADA Update Conference
Local Category
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/PacificADAConference/
- August 22-23, 2023
- LOCATION: Phoenix, AZ
- https://www.adapacific.org/PacificADAConference/
September 08 - September 10, 2023 Phoenix Abilities Expo
Local Category
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: September 8-10, 2023
Time: Friday 11am-5pm | Saturday 11am-5pm | Sunday 11am-4pm
Cost: FREE
For more information and to register for this event, visit the Abilities Expo website: abilities.com/phoenix/.
- 09/08/23 - 09/10/23
- LOCATION: Westworld of Scottsdale
- https://www.abilities.com/phoenix/
October 7, 2023 DeafNation Expo
Local Category
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/expo/2023mesa/
- October 7, 2023
- LOCATION: Mesa, AZ
- https://deafnation.com/expo/2023mesa/
IHD Evidence for Success Disability Conference
Local Category
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/
- TBD
- LOCATION: TBD
- https://aztap.org/conference/
National Community Event(s)
2024 - TBD RESNA Conference
National Category
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.
- 2024 - TBD
- LOCATION: New Orleans, Louisiana
- http://resna.org/Events/RESNA-2022-Virtual-Conference
October 11 - October 13, 2023 Closing the Gap
National Category
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/
- 10/11/23 - 10/13/23
- LOCATION: Minneapolis, Minnesota
- http://closingthegap.com/conference/
March 18-22, 2024 CSUN Assistive Technology Conference
National Category
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/
- March 18-22, 2024
- LOCATION: Anaheim, CA
- http://csun.edu/cod/conference/sessions/index.php/
January 25-27th, 2024 - ATIA Conference
National Category
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/atia-2024/
- January 25-27th, 2024 -
- LOCATION: Orlando, Florida and virtually
- https://www.atia.org/atia-2024/