[Trainer-talk] College requirements for assistivetechnologytrainers

[Bryan Schulz]

hi,

please list what all that alphabet soup stands for.
Bryan Schulz


----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Laine Amoureux via Trainer-talk" <trainer-talk at nfbnet.org>
To: "Andrews, David B (DEED)" <david.b.andrews at state.mn.us>; "List for 
teachers and trainers of adaptive technology" <trainer-talk at nfbnet.org>
Sent: Tuesday, December 16, 2014 11:20 AM
Subject: Re: [Trainer-talk] College requirements for 
assistivetechnologytrainers


> As everyone else has  indicated, no degrees necessary, in General, for 
> working with the blind or visually impaired population & AT.
>
> Some states require specific certifications, so it all depends on where 
> you want to work, researching the requirements for that area.
> I finish the M.S. In ATHS from Csun this week... The course work is pretty 
> generic, meaning there is no specific AT focus, or emphasis on working 
> with a specific subset of the population of individuals experiencing 
> impairment. It is not required as a prerequisite for any existing 
> assistive technology certification… Like theRESNA ATP or ACTP.
> The course work has allowed me to expand my professional network; gain a 
> more solid understanding of the role(s) of other AT providers, like OT, 
> PT, & SLP, and how to communicate more effectively with them while on a 
> team; provided a more thorough understanding of how assistive technology 
> services are acquired and delivered in the educational system; & allowed 
> me to explore new strategies for assisting VR counselors & transition 
> teams create more meaningful AT outcomes. Due  to the generic nature of 
> the courses each student gets to customize their graduate experience…
> HTH
>
> Laine Amoureux
> Sent from my iPhone
>
>> On Dec 16, 2014, at 9:56 AM, "Andrews, David B \(DEED\) via Trainer-talk" 
>> <trainer-talk at nfbnet.org> wrote:
>>
>> I agree with Wayne -- and I am involved with the certification in 
>> Minnesota.  We have no college or course requirements -- applicants must 
>> pass our tests and certification process.  Something like a certificate 
>> from ATI (assistive technology institute) might help you, and would pass 
>> some of the tests automatically.  Computer science might be a help to 
>> you -- as might work in the education of adults.  But a college degree, 
>> as such isn't necessary.  This might be different in other states.
>>
>> Dave
>>
>>
>>
>> -----Original Message-----
>> From: Trainer-talk [mailto:trainer-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of 
>> Wayne Merritt via Trainer-talk
>> Sent: Tuesday, December 16, 2014 10:28 AM
>> To: Nancy Coffman; List for teachers and trainers of adaptive technology
>> Subject: Re: [Trainer-talk] College requirements for assistive technology 
>> trainers
>>
>> Getting the degree is one thing; being certified through your state is 
>> something else. For the certification requirements, talk with the 
>> rehabilitation agency in your region/state. Each state may have their own 
>> certification testing and requirements. Having a computer oriented degree 
>> is always good, but it is not necessary.
>>
>> Hth,
>> Wayne
>>
>>> On 12/16/14, Nancy Coffman via Trainer-talk <trainer-talk at nfbnet.org> 
>>> wrote:
>>> You might check on the Masters program at California State University
>>> Northridge (CSUN).
>>>
>>> Nancy Coffman
>>> Sent from my iPhone
>>>
>>>> On Dec 15, 2014, at 9:20 PM, Marianne Denning via Trainer-talk
>>>> <trainer-talk at nfbnet.org> wrote:
>>>>
>>>> There are several different assistive technology areas.  If you want
>>>> to work specificly with people who are blind and visually impaired
>>>> you don't even need a degree.  You could obtain your training through
>>>> several different programs.  If you want to work with other
>>>> disability groups you would need different degrees and training.
>>>>
>>>>> On 12/15/14, Bryan Schulz via Trainer-talk <trainer-talk at nfbnet.org>
>>>>> wrote:
>>>>> hi,
>>>>>
>>>>> You would be fine with any computer science degree as there are no
>>>>> set standards.
>>>>> You could gain an understanding by talking with a rehabilitation
>>>>> counselor in your area.
>>>>> In my state, the agency didn't even care about microsoft 
>>>>> certification.
>>>>> Bryan Schulz
>>>>>
>>>>> ----- Original Message -----
>>>>> From: "Mr. Alexander Scott Kaiser via Trainer-talk"
>>>>> <trainer-talk at nfbnet.org>
>>>>> To: <Trainer-talk at nfbnet.org>
>>>>> Sent: Monday, December 15, 2014 7:21 PM
>>>>> Subject: [Trainer-talk] College requirements for assistive
>>>>> technologytrainers
>>>>>
>>>>>
>>>>>> Hello list,
>>>>>>
>>>>>> Hi my name is Mr. Alexander Scott Kaiser. I am in college studying
>>>>>> to become an assistive technology trainer. What college
>>>>>> requirements do I need for this employment outcome. Feel free to
>>>>>> email me off list at alexander.scott.kaiser at bluebottle.com
>>>>>> <mailto:alexander.scott.kaiser at bluebottle.com> , feel free to call
>>>>>> my cellphone at 1.848.205.0208, and call me on skype at
>>>>>> Mister.Alexander.Scott.Kaiser.  Your advice is greatly appreciated.
>>>>>>
>>>>>> Sincerely,
>>>>>>
>>>>>> Mr. Alexander Sccott Kaiser
>>
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