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Course Description:
This introductory level continuing education course contains a range of topics pertaining to personal automotive mobility solutions. It will assist the allied health care practitioner in understanding and advocating for individuals seeking automotive vehicle modification solutions, while also teaching practitioners about the unique process involved in evaluating, selecting and purchasing appropriate automotive options.

Course Outline:

• Class Introduction and Overview
• History of Automobility Industry
• Industry and Consumer Challenges
• Key Players and Stakeholders
• Wheelchair Accessible Vehicle Walkaround
• Automotive Mobility Solutions
• Walkaround: Securement, Lifts, Hoist, Seating and Positioning
• Automotive Mobility Solutions, continues
• Walkaround: Vehicle driving controls
• Guiding your Clients
• Inside the Client Journey-Case Study
• Resources, Review and Final Q&A
• Final Exam – Questions, concerns, conclusions

Learning Objectives and Outcomes:

• Identify the unique mobility equipment solutions available for your clients.
• Differentiate between key mobility equipment participant and providers.
• Identify useful mobility equipment resources to assist your patients.
• Discuss the risks of poor awareness about safe mobility equipment options.
• Apply general knowledge obtained about accessible vehicles and adaptive equipment.