Introduction to Assistive Technology Training

Thinking about a career as an Assistive Technology (AT) trainer? This free introductory course shows you what the role involves, who you’ll support and where the work comes from, so you can decide whether it’s the right path for you.

What you’ll learn

• What assistive technology is and who uses it, including learners with dyslexia, ADHD, autism, and visual, hearing, physical or mental health conditions
• What an AT trainer does day to day, and how Disabled Students’ Allowance (DSA), Access to Work, schools and employers fund the work
• The skills and qualities you’ll need to train people well
• Short demos of three widely used tools: Read&Write, Dragon and AYOA
• The career and income routes open to you, and which course to take next

Who this course is for

People moving into AT training from teaching, learning and development, SEN, IT support or care. Also Non-Medical Helpers and study-skills tutors who want to add AT training, and freelancers looking for an extra or passive income stream.

The course takes about 90 minutes, runs at your own pace, and ends with a quiz and a certificate.