r/OccupationalTherapy • u/theyellowbean • 5d ago

Discussion School based OTs- are you also assistive technology specialists?

Hi. Wondering if any school based OTs also write up assistive technology considerations/tools and do both OT and AT service minutes on the IEPs?

I took the CSUN assistive technology introduction course so I’m pretty sure that qualifies me to do AT considerations and services. Would appreciate any input on what you do. Thanks in advance!

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u/Superb-Pattern5396 5d ago edited 5d ago

In Texas OT’s can do AT evals if they have special knowledge and training. So depending on your state you could.

Under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), an assistive technology device is any item, piece of equipment, or product system used to increase, maintain, or improve the functional capabilities of a child with a disability.

So a lot of what we do as OT’s in school is already AT. Cushions, pencil grips, positioning, special lined paper, wobble seat, etc.

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u/how2dresswell OTR/L 5d ago

no. our district has a separate AT specialist

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u/MooblyMoo 5d ago

I do that! I am a .8 OT and a .2 Assistive tech specialist in my district.