Specialist Courses - Nationally Recognised Qualifications - Customised Training and Consultancy

Prescribing Minor Home Modifications

(For Cerebral Palsy Alliance employees only)

Why choose this course?

This course is recommended for occupational therapists working at Cerebral Palsy Alliance who have not attended any previous environmental modifications training or those who require a refresher with their knowledge and skills.

This course is a compulsory induction activity for occupational therapists at Cerebral Palsy Alliance.

What content does the program cover?

Prescribing minor home modifications involves a one day workshop aiming to provide knowledge and practical skill development for occupational therapists in the area of prescription of minor home modifications. It includes the following topics:

  • OT & builder roles
  • Application of Australian Standards (AS 1428) where relevant
  • OT assessment process
  • Use of OT Draw
  • Case study discussion
  • Frequently prescribed minor home modifications including grab rails, handrails, taps, wedge and threshold ramps, step ramps, hand held shower hoses, and door ways
  • Documentation and Evaluation

Does the program have any prerequisites?

There are no pre-requisites for this workshop. However course participants are required to bring one client case study that involves a need around minor environmental modifications.

How will my course work be assessed?

Case study discussion and group activity involving drawing of a scale diagram

Submission of one minor home modification report and diagram with CPA client within 3 months of completing the course

What is the cost?

Cost: Nil

Cerebral Palsy Alliance employees only to register for this course

How long is the course?

Duration: 1 day

Time: 9:30am to 4:30pm

Please BYO lunch, morning tea and afternoon tea

Where can I get more information?

Contact: The Training Alliance Team

Email: training@cerebralpalsy.org.au

Phone: +61 2 9975 8715

Please note course registration closes 1 week before start of course

Cancellation conditions apply

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Course Dates

Please select your course date.

Start DateLocationCost
Tue 11 Apr 2023 at 9:00AM 1 class Ryde Register