EXFRM 2725 - Pediatric Wheelchair and Seated Mobility
25234916
Language of Delivery
English
Delivery Options
Online - Asynchronous
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Course Description
This comprehensive online course equips rehabilitation professionals with the clinical reasoning and technical skills required to excel in pediatric seating and mobility.
Participants will learn modern approaches to seating, including client-centered assessments, different wheelchair types, proper setup for easy propulsion, seating components, goal setting and managing common posture issues.
Who Should Take This Course?
This course is intended for Occupational Therapists, Physical Therapists, Vendors, Therapy Assistants, and other healthcare providers with an interest in the content area.
Learning Objectives
By the end of this course, students should be able to:
- 🗸 Understand the value of proper wheelchair prescription.
- 🗸 Describe the theoretical models that guide wheelchair assessment and seating interventions.
- 🗸 Create appropriate wheelchair and seating goals.
- 🗸 Identify manual wheelchair classes and parts.
- 🗸 Identify key components of cushion design and composition.
- 🗸 Understand the factors that affect wheelchair propulsion and functional performance.
Notes
- 🗸A digital badge will be issued upon course completion. After the grade is posted, learners will receive an email from MyCreds with instructions on how to access their badge.
- 🗸For additional course information, visit uab.ca/pd.
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