Training & Technical Assistance
About STAR Training Services
STAR
is committed to providing training and technical assistance to consumers
statewide in support of state leadership activities of the
ADRS
State Plan.
Since its inception,
STAR
has developed a number of training modules that respond to customer needs
statewide. Training services provided by
STAR
staff can be custom-designed for specific groups and are delivered upon
request. Several content-specific training modules are under development and
include:
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Module one: Transition Services
Target audience : Special educators; vocational rehabilitation
counselors; parents; and students involved in transitioning from school to
employment, post-secondary or community living.
Purpose
: To provide the skills and knowledge needed to successfully include assistive
technology in transitioning to new environments.
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Module two: Long-Term Care
Target audience : Staff of nursing homes, supported living, long-term
care providers, family members and consumers with significant disabilities.
Purpose: To provide the skills and knowledge needed to successfully
include assistive technology in service and transition planning.
Request STAR customized training
About Technical Assistance
STAR provides
direct and coordinated technical assistance to individuals, groups, agencies,
and organizations upon request.
STAR ’s
technical assistance activities focus on specific problem solving to ensure the
appropriate access to and acquisition of AT, the appropriate use and
application of assistive technology devices, assistive technology services, and
AT-specific training to meet the individual needs of individuals with
disabilities.
Request STAR Technical Assistance
For more information, contact
Helen Baker
Executive Director
Assistive Technology Coordinator
334-293-7012
©2009 Alabama Department of Rehabilitation Services
Document last modified:
6/11/2009
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