RESNA
Certification
Policies and
Procedures Handbook
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ATP and SMS
Certification
Assistive Technology
Professional
Certification
2014 CERTIFICATION POLICIES AND PROCEDURES HANDBOOK
This handbook contains complete information about the Assistive Technology Professional (ATP ®) exam. It explains eligibility
requirements, describes the general content of the exams, provides test specifications and explains what happens after the
exam. Strict adherence to all procedures and deadlines in this handbook is critical. If you still have questions about the application process after having read the handbook, please contact RESNA.
QUICK REFERENCE
RESNA: 1700 N. Moore Street, Arlington, VA 22209-1903 USA 1+703-524-6686 www.resna.org
For application or test site questions: certification@resna.org
For refunds: certification@resna.org
For login: certification@resna.org
For all other general information: certification@resna.org
Prometric: 1501 South Clinton Street, Baltimore, MD 21224, USA www.prometric.com
To schedule, reschedule, or cancel an appointment, call 800-467-9582 Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Eastern Time
(closed holidays)
To report any problems encountered during your testing experience, call 800-853-6769.
For test site closure information: http://www.prometric.com/sitestatus/default.htm
For general information: http://www.prometric.com/TestTakers/ContactUs/email.htm
For test site issue: http://www.prometric.com/TestTakers/ContactUs/complaintform.htm
EXAM PERIODS AND APPLICATION DEADLINES
Testing Dates
Applications Accepted Without Late Fee
Applications Accepted With
Late Fee
ATP
Jan. 1 - March 31
Sept. 1-November 30
Dec. 1-December 15
SMS
Jan. 1 - March 31
Sept. 1-November 30
Dec. 1-December 15
ATP
April 1 - June 30
Dec. 1- February 28
March 1-March 15
SMS
April 1 - June 30
Dec. 1- February 28
March 1-March 15
ATP
July 1 - September 30
April 1 - May 31
June 1-June 15
SMS
July 1 - September 30
April 1 - May 31
June 1-June 15
ATP
October 1 - December 31
June 1 - August 31
Sept. 1-September 15
SMS
October 1 - December 31
June 1 - August 31
Sept. 1-September 15
Exam
WINTER
SPRING
SUMMER
FALL
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ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGY PROFESSIONAL
CERTIFICATION POLICIES AND PROCEDURES HANDBOOK
PROGRAM INFORMATION
Certification Overview ………………………………………………………………...4
Certification vs. Certificate Programs ………………………………………………....4
What is Certification? ………………………………………………………………….4
Why is Certification Desirable?.……………………………………………………….4
Purpose and use of Certification ……………………………………………………….5
How do the Exams Differ? …………………………………………………………….5
Candidate Profile ………………………………………………………………………5
Procedures for Test Construction ……………………………………………………...6
Passing Score …………………………………………………………………………..6
APPLYING FOR THE EXAM
Application …………………………………………………………………………….7
Eligibility Requirements ……………………………………………………………….7
Exam Periods, Application Deadlines and Fees ……………………………………….8
Procedures for ADA Compliance ……………………………………………………...8
Optional Service Fees ………………………………………………………………….8
Exam Fee ……………………………………………………………………………….8
Payment Methods ……………………………………………………………………...8
POST APPLICATION SUBMISSION
Checking Application Status …………………………………………………………...9
Application Audits ……………………………………………………………………..9
Appeal Process …………………………………………………………………………9
Updating Contact Information ………………………………………………………..10
Exam Test Centers and Appointment Scheduling …………………………………….10
Exam Reschedules, Reschedule Fee, Cancellation and Refunds ……………………...11
Exam Refund …………………………………………………………………………..11
Refunds for Medical or Personal Emergencies ………………………………………..11
EXAM CONTENT OUTLINE ……………………………………………………………………………………….12
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Introduction
CERTIFICATION OVERVIEW
A curriculum-based certificate is issued after an individual completes a course or series of courses and passes an
assessment instrument. The content of the assessment is
limited to the course content and therefore may not be completely representative of professional practice (and therefore
it is not as defensible to use this or the knowledge-based
type of certificate for regulatory purposes as compared to a
professional certification).
RESNA administers two exams:
The ATP certification recognizes demonstrated competence in
analyzing the needs of consumers with disabilities, assisting in
the selection of appropriate assistive technology for the consumer’s needs, and providing training in the use of the selected
device(s).
A certificate of attendance or participation is issued after an
individual attends or participates in a particular meeting or
course. Usually, there is no knowledge assessed prior to
issuing this type of certificate.
The Assistive Technology Professional (ATP) examination is
a 200 item multiple choice exam that tests competency in the
broad field of assistive technology practice.
The SMS certification is a specialty certification for profes-
A certificate of attendance or participation is not a credential, because the r ecipients ar e not r equir ed to demonstrate competence according to professional or trade standards.
(These aforementioned certificate programs should not be
confused with high level, post-master’s degree programs
offered within some nursing specialties.)
sionals working in seating and mobility. While the ATP is a
broad-based exam covering all major areas of assistive
technology, the SMS exam is focused specifically on seating, positioning, and mobility. The program is intended for
clinicians, suppliers, engineers and others involved in seating and mobility service provision. An active ATP certification is a prerequisite for the SMS.
WHAT IS CERTIFICATION?
CERTIFICATION VS. CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS
Certification of a service provider, in any field, is the process by which a non-governmental agency or association
validates an individual’s qualifications and knowledge in a
defined functional or clinical area. Candidates for certification typically must meet specific requirements to be eligible
for certification, and those declared eligible must pass an
examination. The successful candidate that passes the certification then receives a credential.
A certificate program is a training program on a topic for
which participants receive a certificate after attendance and/or
completion of the coursework. Some programs also require
successful demonstration of attainment of the course objectives. One who completes a professional certificate program is
known as a certificate holder. A credential is usually NOT
granted at the completion of a certificate program.
There are three types of certificate programs: knowledgebased certificate, curriculum-based certificate, and certificate of attendance or participation.
WHY IS CERTIFICATION DESIRABLE?
Technology is dramatically changing how practitioners assess, design, and implement solutions that meet the most
complex needs of people with disabilities. Employers, funding agencies, and consumers want to know that you are both
knowledgeable and keeping up with the times. Certification
is a vehicle for professionals to validate their skills and re-
A knowledge-based certificate r ecognizes a r elatively nar row scope of specialized knowledge used in performing duties
or tasks required by a certain profession or occupation. This
certificate is issued after the individual passes an assessment
instrument.
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in analyzing the needs of consumers with disabilities, assisting
in the selection of appropriate assistive technology for the
consumer’s needs, and providing training in the use of the
selected device(s).
ceive industry recognition by proving that they meet a bench
mark level of training, experience, and continuing education.
PURPOSE AND USE OF CERTIFICATION
The SMS certification is a specialty certification for professionals working in seating and mobility. While the ATP is a
broad-based exam covering all major areas of assistive technology, the SMS exam is focused specifically on seating, positioning, and mobility. The program is intended for clinicians,
suppliers, engineers and others involved in seating and mobility service provision.
Credentialing programs serve many purposes including, but
not limited to:
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Protecting the public
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Assuring consumers that professionals have met
standards of practice
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Meeting the requirements of governmental regulators
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Helping members of an association or organization
work with governmental agencies to regulate the
profession
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Developing a customized credential to meet unique
needs in the marketplace, because: such a credential
does not currently exist; a credential exists, but the
organization wishes to differentiate itself from its
competition; or because new technologies or procedures have developed into a new scope of practice
or body of knowledge
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Meeting the needs of employers, practitioners, and
the public to identify individuals with certain
knowledge and skills
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Furthering a company’s overall business goals –
that is, to ensure that consumers have access to
skilled professionals knowledgeable about the company’s products and services
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Establishing standards for professional knowledge,
skills, and practice
CANDIDATE PROFILE
The Assistive Technology Professional certification is designed for professionals who demonstrate competence in analyzing the needs of consumers with disabilities, assisting in the
selection of appropriate assistive technology for the consumer’s needs, and providing training in the use of the selected
device(s).
An ATP candidate is one who:
 Assists the consumer in clarifying and prioritizing
their goals
 Accounts for the consumer’s possible future needs
 Interprets the results of various evaluations to determine how abilities relate to the use of assistive technology
 Assesses the environmental impact, both physical
and social as related to the potential use of the assistive technology
 Evaluates the tasks, functional demands and resources within the environments
 Refers to and works with other professionals when
appropriate
The Team Process is a critical element, since no one individual
can meet all of the needs in assistive technology service delivery. Each role of the service provider requires extensive collaboration with other professionals, family members, and consumers.
Advancing the profession
Reflecting an individual’s attainment of knowledge
of a specifically defined course of study or of technical skills recognized by a manufacturer or service
provider
ATP candidates may come from a broad range of assistive
technology areas. The assistive technology specialty areas
addressed by this certification include:
Providing the individual certificant with a sense of
pride and professional accomplishment
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Demonstrating an individual's commitment to a
profession (and to life-long learning, if the credential is a professional certification, requiring recertification by continuing education, examination, selfassessment, etc.)
HOW DO THE EXAMS DIFFER?
The ATP certification recognizes demonstrated competence
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Seating and Mobility
Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC)
Cognitive aids
Computer access
Electronic Aids to Daily Living (EADL)
Sensory
Recreation
Environmental modification
Accessible transportation (public and private)
Technology for learning disabilities
PROCEDURES FOR TEST CONSTRUCTION
their international network of testing centers.
PASSING SCORE
RESNA TEST DEVELOPMENT PROCESS
The RESNA certification process was initially started in 1994
using professional expertise and widely recognized and accepted protocols. Work groups made up of stakeholders in the
service delivery process developed a knowledge and skills
document to reflect entry level knowledge.
ATP Requir ed Passing Scor e: 69%
SMS Requir ed Passing Scor e: 64.5%
The document was updated with comments from practicing
AT professionals and then was used by RESNA's certification
consultant to develop the National Survey of Assistive Technology Providers.
This survey, known as the "practice survey" was distributed to
approximately 4,000 individuals representing the range of
disciplines involved in direct service delivery in the field of
assistive technology.
An expert job validation committee, assigned by the PSB,
along with RESNA's test development consultants analyzed
the results of this survey to develop the "test blueprint" or examination outline. Item writing committees were formed from
expert practitioners to write examination items to represent the
content areas outlined on the test blueprint. These items were
then exercised through an exhaustive review and revision process to create a final exam instrument.
Validation did not end there. Following initial creation and
substantive revision of the exam, a "passing score study" was
conducted. Each test item was subjected to analysis by a different expert panel and, if determined to be invalid, was eliminated from scoring, thus assuring the fairness of the exam. Periodic updates to the knowledge and skills document and the test
blueprint, have been conducted in accordance with the requirements of the certification program and outside agencies.
RESNA retained Knapp & Associates International, Inc., of
Princeton, NJ to provide psychometric consultation and expertise in development and exam maintenance. RESNA also
acknowledges thousands of collective hours from volunteers
who are recognized experts from the diverse fields within assistive technology practice who have provided content, review,
and guidance. Throughout the process, individuals who provide direct service have been key participants and decisionmakers.
In February 2009 RESNA partnered with Prometric Inc. to
administer our exams, via computer-based testing, through
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Applying for the exam
ATP ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS
APPLICATION
All applicants are asked to document and provide an employer
verification the work they perform in providing assistive technology services. Candidates must also document proof of their
earned degree and submit a signed Good Moral Character affirmation.
Degree
In order to become certified as an Assistive Technology Professional (ATP), a candidate must meet the eligibility requirements and must pass a 200 item multiple choice exam to evaluate competency in the broad field of assistive technology practice (see exam content outline, eligibility requirements, and
application below). The following steps are needed:
1. Completion of ATP application and submission with payment to RESNA. The application may be downloaded at
www.resna.org/certifications/becomingcertified-atp-sms-ret;
2. Review by RESNA office to verify eligibility. Potential
candidates will be notified if their application is incomplete or
they are ineligible;
3. Upon approval, the candidate will receive a confirmation email with their test ID# and instructions on scheduling their
exam at a convenient testing center. RESNA has contracted
with Prometric, Inc. to administer the RESNA exams on an asneeded basis exclusively via computer based testing centers
(there are over 600 in North America and over 600 around the
world). To search for a list of centers visit
www.prometric.com/resna; and
Experience
1000 hours in
Special Education
6 years
Master’s Degree or Higher in
1000 hours in
Rehab Science
6 years
Bachelor’s Degree in Special
1500 hours in
Education
6 years
Bachelor’s Degree in Rehab
1500 hours in
Science
6 years
Rehab Science
10 hours*
2000 hours in
6 years
Associate Degree Rehab
3000 hours in
Science
6 years
Associate Degree NonRehab Science
HS diploma or GED
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Work
& Education
Master’s Degree or Higher in
Bachelor’s Degree in Non-
4. Preliminary results are provided immediately following
completion of the exam. A certification package to successful
candidates will follow in approximately 7 - 10 days.
AT Training
20 hours*
30 hours*
4000 hours in
6 years
6000 hours in
10 years
knowledge the assessment program is intended to test. The
applicant must provide documented evidence of their disability, signed by a qualified healthcare professional and submitted
along with the application.
EXAM PERIODS , APPLICATION DEADLINES
AND FEES
Authorization to Test
Upon eligibility approval, RESNA will send you an Authorization-to-Test (ATT) via email, which will give you the information you need to schedule your appointment to test. If
you do not receive your ATT within 14 business days after
submitting your application materials, please contact RESNA.
EXAM FEES
ATP Exam Fee - $500
ATP Retest - $ 250 *
Late Registration Fee - $50
The computer based examination is available for approximately 90 days for each calendar quarter. This 90 day period
is called the “testing window.” Testing windows are JanuaryMarch, April-June, July-September, and October -December.
* $250 for retest within 1 calendar year since last exam.
Once registered, the candidate must either schedule an appointment to take the exam or request that the registration be
transferred or deferred to the next testing window.
RESNA Cancellation fee $50 (For withdrawals after application is processed)
Prometric Cancellation Fee - $25 Candidates can cancel their
appointment 30 days before their scheduled test date.
RESNA Rescheduling fee $100
ADDITIONAL FEES
Failure to schedule an appointment during your approved
testing window will result in forfeiting your exam fee. In
order to take the exam in another window, you will be required to complete a re-examination registration form and
pay the $100 re-exam fee.
PAYMENT METHODS
PROCEDURES FOR ADA COMPLIANCE
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Special Accommodations for Persons with Disabilities
Applicants with special needs which comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act (in the United States) may request
test accommodations, such as auxiliary aids and services,
additional testing time, screen magnification, or alternative
formats not fundamentally altering the measurement of the
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Money Order
Master Card
Visa
American Express
Eligible applications
Deadline for Scheduling exam
Testing
September 1-November 30
December 15
Jan 1- March 31
December 1- February 28
March 15
April 1 - June 30
March 1 - May 31
June 15
July 1 - September 30
June 1 - August 31
September 15
October 1 - December 31
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Post application submission
CHECKING APPLICATION STATUS
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Applications are not processed until they are complete,
and required documents (if needed) and payment are
received.
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Candidates deemed eligible will receive an e-mail with
their authorization to test information.
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Ineligible candidates will receive an e-mail explaining
the reason that the application is ineligible. See
“Ineligible Candidates” below for reasons why an application may be deemed ineligible.
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Candidates must provide an e-mail address to receive all
confirmations, including confirmation of the paid and
complete application.
ward in the application process while in this status. All “under
review” applications will be canceled and the appropriate
amount refunded back to the original method of payment at the
end of the registration period.
ELIGIBLE APPLICATION
Applications that have been approved to take the exam will be
in “eligible” status. Candidates who do not have to submit
documentation and have paid in full will receive notification of
their authorization to test via e-mail. Candidates should review
the information on the authorization to test letter to ensure
accuracy (for example, ensure that your name matches the
valid, unexpired government issued ID that you’ll present on
exam day). If any information is incorrect, please notify the
RESNA immediately before scheduling your exam appointment.
INCOMPLETE APPLICATION
INELIGIBLE APPLICATION
Applications with missing information including but not limited to payment will be placed in “incomplete” status. All
“incomplete” applications at the end of a testing period will
be removed before the next registration period opens.
Applications that are not approved to take the exam will be in
“ineligible” status. Candidates found ineligible will be notified
in writing and will automatically have the applicable refund
amount processed to the original method of payment. Application and late fees are nonrefundable.
WAITING FOR DOCUMENTS APPLICATION
APPLICATION AUDITS
Applications that require the submission of additional documentation will be placed in “waiting for docs” status. A candidate must email the necessary documentation to the RESNA. A candidate will not be able to move forward in the application process while in this status. All “waiting for docs”
applications will be canceled and the appropriate amount
refunded back to the original method of payment at the end of
the registration period.
The RESNA Professional Standards Board randomly audits a
percentage of exam applications to ensure the integrity of the
application process.
APPEAL PROCESS
1. Who may appeal:
Any individual who is denied the opportunity to write an examination may appeal.
UNDER REVIEW APPLICATION
Once a candidate submits all necessary documentation, the
application status will be “under review.” In addition, if a
candidate is pulled for the audit, the application may change
to “under review.” A candidate will not be able to move for-
2. Appeal deadline:
All appeals must be received by RESNA at least ten (10)
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working days before the examination date. An appeal after that
time will not be processed.
3. Individuals seeking an appeal should:
a.
b.
Prepare a detailed written explanation of
the nature of the problem;
of the Appeals Task Force cannot review the appeal prior to
the time frame delineated, the Chair of the Professional
Standards Board shall appoint additional members of the
Professional Standards Board to review the appeal so that a
minimum of three PSB members review the appeal;
3.The Appeals Task Force shall review the appeal or complaint via fax, mail, or a conference call meeting;
Include evidence or documentation to support appeal. The burden of proof is borne
by the applicant;
c.
Include the applicable fee to cover the cost
of processing. If the appeal is decided in
favor of the appellant, a full refund of the
appeal fee will be honored; and
d.
Within 10 working days of the date of the
certified notice of denial, submit the appeal
and supporting documents via overnight
mail or delivery service to:
RESNA
Attn:
Professional Standards Board, Appeals
Task Force
1700 N. Moore Street
Suite 1540
Arlington, Virginia
22209-1903
4.An adverse decision by the Appeals Task Force can be
appealed by the candidate to the full PSB following the
same procedure as the initial appeal. This appeal must be
submitted within ten (10) days of the candidate's receipt of
the PSB Appeals Task Force decision. The PSB will review
the appeal within ten (10) days of the request for reconsideration of the appeal. At least four members of the PSB who
are not on the Appeals Task Force must review the appeal,
and a three-fourths vote is necessary to reverse a decision of
the Appeals Task Force. The Professional Standards Board
shall review the appeal or complaint via fax, mail, or a conference call meeting. The applicant will be notified by overnight mail/delivery services, within 3 working days of the
decision; and
5.In the event the appeal is unresolved five days prior to
administration of the examination, the candidate shall be
allowed to sit for the exam, with the understanding that the
candidate’s examination scores may be invalidated should
an adverse decision on the appeal be reached after the examination.
(Note: the postmarked date of the appeal will be used to determine if the appeal was submitted within the allowable time
frame.)
APPEAL REVIEW PROCESS
UPDATING CONTACT INFORMATION
The process for review of the appeal is as follows:
1.Upon receipt of the request, the RESNA Manager of Certification will review the appeal and attempt to validate the candidate’s eligibility to take the exam. If the Director of Certification deems the candidate eligible, the candidate will receive
notification via certified mail within 5 days of RESNA receiving the appeal;
2.If the issue cannot be resolved within that time frame or
eligibility to take the exam can not be determined by the Director of Certification, the PSB Appeals Task Force will review
the appeal. The Appeals Task Force members shall make a
decision by a two-thirds vote and notify the applicant of their
findings by overnight mail/delivery service, within ten (10)
working days of the request. All three members of the Appeals
Task Force must review the appeal. In the event all members
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Official certificates are mailed to the candidate’s mailing
address. Please notify RESNA immediately if there are
changes to your home or work mailing addresses. Addresses can also be changed online by logging into RESNA member portal.
EXAM TEST CENTERS AND EXAM SCHEDULING
Prometric currently has more than 600 professional test
center locations throughout the world.
Before scheduling an exam, be sure to visit the Prometric
web site at www.prometric.com/resna to find the latest test
center information (including hours of operation). Most
Prometric test centers are open Monday through Saturday.
Prometric reserves the right to change test center locations as
necessary.
• No-show candidates may reapply for a future exam period.
All applicable policies, procedures and fees will apply.
EXAM RESCHEDULES, RESCHEDULE FEE,
CANCELLATION AND REFUNDS
REFUNDS FOR MEDICAL OR PERSONAL
EMERGENCIES
A candidate may reschedule an exam appointment for a Prometric fee of $25 if it is done before the opening of the testing
period. Once the testing period is open, an US$100 reschedule
fee will be required each time an appointment is rescheduled.
Exam appointments are based on availability and payment of
the reschedule fee does not guarantee availability. The fee is
due at the time you reschedule and is nonrefundable. Please
contact Prometric with any questions regarding the reschedule
fee.
RESNA recognizes medical or personal emergencies may
arise that prevent candidates from rescheduling or withdrawing from an exam appointment. In such cases, candidates
may request a refund of their exam fees by submitting the
Exam Refund Request Form to RESNA and include supporting documentation as to the nature of the medical or
personal emergency. Application, late and optional fees are
nonrefundable. Exams cannot be rescheduled to a future
testing period.
EXAM REFUND
Medical or personal emergency refund requests must be
made in writing and submitted to the RESNA 30 days after
the end of the exam period (see “Submitting Exam Refund
Request Forms” for address information). Requests received
after that time and/or without documentation will not be
reviewed. Requests for refunds because of medical or personal emergencies that involve a missed appointment are
reviewed on a case-by-case basis. Candidates will be notified by e-mail of the outcome of the request.
An Exam Refund Request Form (see Appendix D) must be
completed, signed and submitted to RESNA within 30 days of
the end of the exam period in order to receive a refund for that
the exam period. Refunds received after this timeframe will
not be processed.
• Candidates must cancel their exam appointment with Prometric before submitting an Exam Refund Request Form to RESNA.
• Candidates who withdraw from the exam on or before the
exam scheduling deadline will receive a full refund of their
exam fee.
• Candidates who withdraw from the exam after the exam
scheduling deadline but at least three business days before
their exam appointment will receive a 50-percent refund of
their exam fee.
• Candidates who do not appear for their scheduled exam appointment, who arrive more than 15 minutes late for their appointment, who appear with improper ID or who cancel their
appointment later than at least three business days before the
scheduled exam (without a documented personal or medical
emergency) will be considered a “no-show” candidate and will
forfeit all fees.
• Candidates who do not schedule an exam appointment with
Prometric and who do not request a refund on or before the last
day of the testing period are considered a “no-show candidate”
and forfeit all fees.
• Candidates who miss their exam appointment because of a
medical or personal emergency should refer to “Refunds for
Medical or Personal Emergencies” below.
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WHAT IS CONSIDERED A MEDICAL OR PERSONAL EMERGENCY?
RESNA considers a medical emergency to be an unplanned
medical event that arises within 72 hours of the scheduled
exam and prevents candidates from taking the exam. A medical or personal emergency may apply to candidates themselves or to one of the candidate’s immediate family members as defined by the Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA).
Medical events and personal emergencies that can be anticipated as occurring on or near the exam date in which candidates can schedule, reschedule or cancel the exam are not
considered medical emergencies.
All exam refund requests should be directed to:
RESNA
1700 N. Moore Street, Arlington, VA 22209
Attn: RESNA Certification Exam Refund
Requests also can be e-mailed to certification@resna.org
Exam content outline
products or features are appropriate)
I. ASSESSMENTS OF NEED (27%)
1. Seating and Mobility
2. Augmentative and Alternative Communication
(AAC)
3. Cognitive aids
4. Computer access
5. Electronic Aids to Daily Living (EADL)
6. Sensory
7. Recreation
8. Environmental modification
9. Accessible transportation (public and private)
10. Technology for learning disabilities
C. Identify training and support needs
A. Interview the consumer, family, and caregivers to determine needs and expectations
B. Review relevant records and plans (e.g., medical, educational, and vocational)
C. Assess environmental factors (e.g., physical, social,
personal assistance and support in the environment) pertaining to the use of the assistive technology
D. Assess consumer's functional abilities and limitations
E. Relate abilities and functional limitations to the use of
specific assistive technology
D. Identify issues of integration within the environment
G. Assist the consumer in clarifying and prioritizing
goals/needs
E. Seek and integrate consumer feedback throughout
process and use observation as feedback (Take into
account using non-verbal cues from consumers who
have difficulty communicating.)
H. Assess the effectiveness of prior and existing technology
F. Identify measurable outcomes to monitor progress
toward achieving stated goals
I. Refer consumer to other professionals, as needed
G. Assist consumers in making final selections by explaining pros and cons of different solutions, including
issues such as the life-expectancy of the technology
and availability of funding sources (Trade offs)
F. Assess consumer's possible future needs
J. Present findings to consumer in an accessible and appropriate format
H. Participate in the alignment of services for an individual (coordination of care across environments)
II. DEVELOPMENT OF INTERVENTION STRATEGIES - ACTION PLAN (34%)
A. Define potential intervention strategies/services
(technology vs. non-technology) (MACRO, e.g. what
general type of technology is appropriate or what features
are appropriate)
I. Document and justify recommended intervention
K. Document implementation process and progress
III. IMPLEMENTATION OF INTERVENTION
(ONCE FUNDED) (26%)
B. Identify, simulate, and try product(s) that matches
technology features given goals, functional abilities, personal preferences, environmental factors, and applicable
standards and determine the appropriateness of commercial vs. custom solutions (MICRO, e.g., what specific
A. Review and confirm the implementation plan with
consumer and team members
B. Initiate and monitor the order process
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C. Check out product for safety implications and verify
function, performance and quality
D. Prepare, install, fit and adjust the technology to enduser requirements
E. Provide information on device care, warranty and
scheduled maintenance
F. Train consumer and others (e.g., family, care providers,
educators) in device operation and set up (proper positioning)
G. Train consumer and others (e.g., family, care providers, educators) in adjustment (programming)
H. Train consumer and others (e.g., family, care providers, educators) in troubleshooting
I. Train consumer and others in functional use in typical
environments
J. Make adjustments or modifications in technology, as
needed
K. Document implementation process and progress
IV. EVALUATION OF INTERVENTION (FOLLOWUP) (10%)
A. Measure and document outcomes (both qualitative and
quantitative) and reassess as necessary
B. Address repair issues as needed as part of the follow
up process
V. PROFESSIONAL CONDUCT (3%)
A. Operate within RESNA's Code of Ethics and Standards of Practice
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After the Exam
EXAMINATION SCORING AND REPORTING
support appeal. The burden of proof is borne by the
Preliminary score reports will be given to all candidates
applicant.
(excepting those participating in a passing score study)
c.
following completion of their exam at the respective
Within 14 days after the examina-
tion date, submit the appeal to:
testing center. The score report will also give a profi-
RESNA
ciency rating in each of the five domains listed in the
1700 North Moore Street
exam outline. However, official notification of success
Suite 1540
or failure will be sent from the RESNA office approxi-
Rosslyn, VA 22209
mately one week after your exam completion date.
Attn: Certification
(Note: the postmarked date of the
There is not a limit on the number of times that candi-
appeal will be used to determine if the appeal was
dates may apply for and take the examination. However,
submitted within the allowable time frame)
a 90 day waiting period is required prior to a retake.
Correspondence postmarked beyond the 14 days fol-
Updated application information and all applicable fees
lowing the examination date will not be accepted.
must be submitted each time re-examination is request-
Within 45 days of receipt of the appeal letter, RESNA
ed. Retake of the ATP exam must be completed within
will provide a response to the candidate regarding the
one year of the last sitting to receive a reduced price of
outcome of the appeal.
$250, after which the cost will be $500.
Appeal of Exam Pass/Fail Status
Any individual may appeal their examination pass/fail
status. The appeal must be submitted in writing to RESNA and must specifically state the reason(s) for the appeal, and why the appeal should be granted. Failing the
examination alone is not sufficient grounds for an appeal. Appeal letters should be sent to RESNA by traceable mail.
2.
Individuals seeking an appeal should:
a.
Prepare a detailed written explanation
of the nature of the problem.
b.
Include evidence or documentation to
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Recertification
RECERTIFICATION
Initial certification, earned through the application and exam process is valid for two years.
During the second year, when a certified ATP
desires to renew his or her certification, documentation supporting the following requirements must be submitted to the Professional
Standards Board at the RESNA national office.
Re-certification requires documentation of two
requirements:
Relevant work experience,
Demonstration of ongoing professional development through:
a.) re-take of the examination or
b.) earning continuing education units
c.) earning academic credit from an academic (higher education) institution
Both the wor k exper ience and the pr ofessional development requirements must
be satisfied in order to be re-certified.
Any currently certified service provider who re-takes, and successfully
passing the basic examination, will
satisfy 100% of the professional
development requirement. A complete application must be submitted
and no discount in cost for the exam
will be offered.
Professional Development through Education
Several different types of educational
experiences will be recognized by
the PSB to demonstrate ongoing professional development. Certified service
providers can earn CEU (continuing
education units) by attending Assistive Technology conferences and
workshops, which award qualified
CEU to participants. Additionally,
professional development may also
be
demonstrated by earning Academic
Credit through an academic institution.
I. Relevant Work Experience
A certified service provider needs to document
the following to meet the requirements for relevant work experience during the five years
since certification.
A. 0.25 FTE* in assistive technology
direct consumer-related services
during certification period (*Full
time work is defined as 36-40 hours
per week)
II. Professional Development
Demonstration of ongoing professional development may be satisfied by either of the following activities:
Re-take Basic Level Exam
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Continuing Education Unit (CEU) Credit
CEU will be accepted as part of the recertification process providing the course
material is related to provision of assistive
technology to persons with disabilities and
the CEU are awarded from a recognized
CEU provider, for example International Association for Continuing Education and
Training (IACET) "certified" or professional
associations (i.e. RESNA, APTA, ASHA,
AOTA) or an academic institution (i.e. University of Pittsburgh) or a state licensing
board (which previews a course for CEU approval).
The recertification application should
be received by the RESNA office by your certification term date (a grace period of 30 days
following the term date will be extended to
complete missing documentation and allow
review and approval by RESNA). Applications not received and approved
within the grace period must follow the Reinstatement Policy (see section V below). Certification can also be put on Inactive
Status (see policy below) prior to the term date
to allow for family or medical leave, employment changes.etc. and can be reinstated without penalty.
(60) day period prior to expiration of the current certificate. The re-certification form and
instructions are available on the RESNA web
page, located at http://www.resna.org/
certification.
Certified service providers will be given notice 60-90 days prior to the term date to submit forms to verify satisfactory compliance
with re-certification requirements. If documentation is not received, or activities do not
fulfill the requirements, certification will be
terminated and must be reinstated (se reinstatement policy below). It is the certificant’s responsibility to submit these documents and have them approved with the
grace period allotted, and lack of receipt of
notification via e-mail or regular mail is not
sufficient excuse for late or no submission of
complete renewal application, as the ATP
certificate and the public directory both list
the effective dates for certification.
You will need to submit a total of 20 hours of
AT related training, of which a minimum of
1 CEU from an approved CEU provider is
needed. Half of the requirement, or up to 10
contact hours are allowed for other AT-related
training as indicated on the application that
doesn't have approved IACET or University
approved CEUs. Please read the full details
in the renewal application and instructions.
IV. Fee for Re-certification
Academic Credit
Documentation of earning two academic credit
hours ear ned over the two year r ecertification period will satisfy 100% of the
professional development requirement. Course
work/academic credit must be relevant to AT
and acquired from a recognized academic institution of higher education. CEU and academic
credits may also be combined to satisfy the
professional development requirement.
Course work for professional development
plans for educators will be accepted from state
authorized institutions.
III. Documentation
Applications are available from RESNA to use
in documenting re-certification activities.
These forms should be submitted within a sixty
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A re-certification fee of one hundred fifty
dollars ($150 USD) is charged for
two-year renewal and is due at the time of
application.
V. Inactive Status
ATP Certification may be placed on inactive
status while the certification is still current
and in good standing. Inactive status may be
desirable to allowing certification to lapse
due to extended medical or family leave,
change of employment status or type of
work, advanced studies, and more. A written
request to the RESNA office or to certification@resna.org, along with a $25 payment is
needed prior to current certification term
date. Inactive status may be maintained indefinitely, but the ATP designation may not
be used in any form of communication during this period. To reinstate an inactive certi-
fication, the standard renewal policy must be
followed, with the same experience and continuing education requirement needed to renew
certification for all ATPs nearing their term
date.
Reinstatement of Certification
ATP certification has a two year renewal cycle.
If a certification renewal application is not submitted or approved within 30 days of the term
date, it is considered lapsed, and the ATP designation can no longer be used until the certification is reinstated by either retaking the certification exam or filing a reinstatement application, which involves a payment and penalty of
0.25 CEUs for each 3 month period following
the term date. The first three month period begins immediately after the term date, so a 0.25
CEU penalty is assessed from the first day certification has lapsed. The ATP designation
may not be used in any communication until
you have received official notification that
your certification is satisfactorily reinstated.
For details, please visit http://resna.org/
certifications/certification-maintainingcertification for current application and policy.
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ATP Application Materials Checklist

1st page: Contact and demographic info, credit card info (if paying the fee by credit card), indication of special
accommodations needed.

2nd page: Education and experience information and attestation signature.


3rd page: Work Verification Form which must indicate:
A complete description of your AT direct consumer service related work responsibilities and duties;
The time spent in AT direct consumer service in a typical work week; and
Supervisor’s signature and contact information.
4th page: Good Moral Character Affirmation Form
5th page: For supervisors/owners only to verify work experience (in addition to filling out page 3 (self-reported)


Copy(ies) of your educational degree(s). If you do not have a copy of your degree, you may submit a copy of your
college transcript as long as it specifies program completion and degree earned. A license or registration may not
be substituted.
If you are attempting to qualify for certification with a high school diploma, you must submit your diploma or GED,
and documentation demonstrating you have completed at least 30 contact hours of training in assistive technology
in the past. Examples of AT training include continuing education courses, seminars, manufacturers’ training sessions. Documentation must specify the number of contact hours earned and be signed by the training administrator.

Application Fee
$500 for 1st time or re-test more than 1 year since last exam attempt; or
$250 for retest within 1 calendar year since last exam.
A $50 processing fee is kept for cancellations
Mail all pages of the completed application with supporting documentation to:
RESNA
1700 North Moore Street Suite 1540
Arlington, VA 22209-1903
Phone: 703-524-6686, Fax: 703-524-6630, Email: credentials@resna.org
A confirmation e-mail will be sent to the e-mail address provided on page 1 with instructions on setting
up the exam.
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QUICK REFERENCE
RESNA: 1700 N. Moore Street, Arlington, VA 22209-1903 USA 1+703-524-6686 www.resna.org
For application or test site questions: certification@resna.org
For refunds: certification@resna.org
For login: certification@resna.org
For all other general information: certification@resna.org
Prometric: 1501 South Clinton Street, Baltimore, MD 21224, USA www.prometric.com
To schedule, reschedule, or cancel an appointment, call 800-467-9582 Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Eastern Time
(closed holidays)
To report any problems encountered during your testing experience, call 800-853-6769.
For test site closure information: http://www.prometric.com/sitestatus/default.htm
For general information: http://www.prometric.com/TestTakers/ContactUs/email.htm
For test site issue: http://www.prometric.com/TestTakers/ContactUs/complaintform.htm
EXAM PERIODS AND APPLICATION DEADLINES
Testing Dates
Applications Accepted Without Late Fee
Applications Accepted With
Late Fee
ATP
Jan. 1 - March 31
Sept. 1-November 30
Dec. 1-December 15
SMS
Jan. 1 - March 31
Sept. 1-November 30
Dec. 1-December 15
ATP
April 1 - June 30
Dec. 1- February 28
March 1-March 15
SMS
April 1 - June 30
Dec. 1- February 28
March 1-March15
ATP
July 1 - September 30
April 1 - May 31
June 1-June 15
SMS
July 1 - September 30
April1 - May 31
June 1-June 15
ATP
October 1 - December 31
June 1 - August 31
Sept. 1-September 15
SMS
October 1 - December 31
June 1 - August 31
Sept. 1-September 15
Exam
WINTER
SPRING
SUMMER
FALL
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Exam Period
Contact
Information
NAME
□ Winter
□ Summer
□ Spring
□ Fall
EMAIL
ADDRESS
CITY
STATE
ZIP
PHONE
Organization
ORGANIZATION
TITLE/POSITION
ADDRESS
CITY
STATE
Payment
□ Check
□ Money Order
ZIP
□ Master Card
□ Visa
NAME ON CARD
CARD NUMBER
BILLING ADDRESS
EXPIRATION DATE
CITY
STATE
ZIP
PHONE
Do you require
special
accommodations?
3-DIGIT
SECURITY CODE
□ Yes
□ No
Primary Professional Setting
□
Academic institution (post-secondary
education)
□
Industry/Manufacturer
□
Academic institution (primary or secondary
education)
□
Inpatient rehabilitation facility
□
Acute care hospital
□
Government funded agency
□
Community-based center, i.e. independent
living center, AT specialty center, etc.
□
Patient's home/home care
□
Complex Rehabilitation Technology (CRT)
supplier/provider
□
Private outpatient office or private
practice
□
Durable Medical Equipment (DME)
supplier/provider
□
Research center
□
Health system or hospital-based outpatient
facility or clinic
□
Skilled nursing facility/long term care
facility
Signature
SIGNATURE
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□
Other
AT Practice Area
□
Architectural Accessibility & Universal
Design
□
Personal Robotics
□
Cognition & Learning
□
Prosthetics
□
Communication
□
Recreation, Leisure & Sports
□
Computer Access & Applications
□
Seating, Positioning & Mobility
□
Employment & Workplace Modifications
□
Tele-rehab & Tele-monitoring
□
Environmental & Personal Aids for Daily
Living
□
Transportation & Driving
□
Hearing
□
Vision
□
Orthotics
□
No AT practice specialty
□
Other, specify
Education
ORGANIZATION
DATES ATTENDED
ADDRESS
CITY
STATE
Degree
ZIP
AT Training &
Education
Work Experience Requirement
□
Master’s Degree or Higher in Special
Education
1000 hours in 6 years
□
Master’s Degree or Higher in Rehab
Science
1000 hours in 6 years
□
Bachelor’s Degree in Special
Education
1500 hours in 6 years
□
Bachelor’s Degree in Rehab Science
1500 hours in 6 years
□
Bachelor’s Degree in Non-Rehab Science
□
Associate Degree Rehab Science
□
Associate Degree Non-Rehab Science
20 hours*
4000 hours in 6 years
□
HS diploma or GED
30 hours*
6000 hours in 10 years
10 hours*
2000 hours in 6 years
3000 hours in 6 years
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PHONE
* You will need to submit a total of 10,
20 or 30 hours of AT related training,
depending upon your educational
background. Half of the requirement
must be met by IACET or University
approved Continuing Education Units
(CEUs) and up to half (5, 10 or 15) may
be fulfilled by other educational
Continuing Education Credits (CECs) or
documented education contact hours.
Verification of Work Experience in
Assistive Technology
SECTION I: To be completed by applicant.
APPLICANT’S NAME
SUPERVISOR
ORGANIZATION
PHONE
ADDRESS
DATES OF
EMPLOYMENT
DATES OF
EMPLOYMENT
START
END
SECTION II: To be filled out and signed by Applicant:
Direct consumer related services in Assistive Technology is defined as those services that are provided in-person to consumers and others related to
or working with consumers. It may include, but is not limited to, the following*:
1.
Evaluations, assessments, and other direct-to-consumer/student services (needs assessment, physical/functional/sensory assessments, educational assessments, site assessments, simulations and product trials)
2.
Fitting, adjustment and readjustment services (fine tuning of equipment to meet the consumer/student’s needs and reflect changes in the consumer/student’s status)
3.
Implementation and training for consumers/caregivers or students/support personnel (training in use of AT or strategies to maximize function
and interface with the environment (s) of use, instruction in use and/or maintenance)
4.
Product development that involves direct consumer participation
40 hours / week x ___ weeks / year
_____ hours / year
32 hours / week x ___ weeks / year
_____ hours / year
30 hours / week x ___ weeks / year
_____ hours / year
24 hours / week x ___ weeks / year
_____ hours / year
20 hours / week x ___ weeks / year
_____ hours / year
Any combination of services in the broad spectrum of Assistive
Technology service delivery that total the required number of
work experience hours based upon your educational background.
Describe your weekly job responsibilities in direct AT service work or attach your job description and validation of your time performing the job responsibilities.
Applicant Signature
Date
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Average
hrs/week
# of weeks
worked
Good Moral Character Affirmation Questions
Please answer the following questions in order to address any issues that may be harmful to the public or inappropriate to the profession. A "yes" answer will not necessarily result in a denial of certification. However, please fully disclose any relevant information so that the RESNA Professional Standards Board can make an informed evaluation
and decision.
Have you ever been convicted of, pled guilty or no contest to, been acquitted by reason of
mental disease or defect, entered into a diversion in lieu of prosecution, or had adjudication
withheld on a felony charge in any legal jurisdiction?
 Yes
 No
Have you ever been convicted of, pled guilty or no contest to, been acquitted by reason of
mental disease or defect, entered into a diversion in lieu of prosecution, or had adjudication
withheld on a misdemeanor involving theft, fraud, bribery, corruption, perjury, embezzlement, solicitation, dishonesty, physical harm or threat of physical harm to the person or
property of another or substance abuse in any legal jurisdiction?
 Yes
 No
Have you ever been subject to an adverse civil or administrative judgment for theft, fraud,
corruption, embezzlement, solicitation, dishonesty, substance abuse, or other acts of moral
turpitude (any offense that calls into questions the integrity or judgment of your actions)?
 Yes
 No
Are you currently or ever been subject to disciplinary action (i.e. sanctioned, reprimanded,
suspended, or restricted) by any professional body, association, licensing authority, board
or certifying association of which you were or are a member?
 Yes
 No
Have you ever been discharged from employment for theft, fraud, corruption, embezzlement, solicitation, dishonesty, substance abuse, or other acts of moral turpitude (any offense that calls into questions the integrity or judgment of your actions)?
 Yes
 No
Note: No applicant will be denied solely on the grounds of conviction of a criminal offense. The nature of the offense,
the date of the offense, the surrounding circumstances and the relevance of the offense will be considered.
I, the undersigned, certify the above and accompanying eligibility information is correct. I also acknowledge and accept the regulations of the RESNA Professional Standards Board and recognize this Board as the sole and only
judge of my qualifications to receive and retain a certification issued on behalf of the Board and to have my name
published in any list or directory in which certified, or de-certified, individuals are listed. I pledge to follow the RESNA
Code of Ethics and RESNA Standards of Practice in my work with assistive technology.

I declare and affirm that the statements made in this certification application are complete and correct,
understand that I may be subject to a random audit and a background check and that any false or misleading information may be cause for denial or disciplinary action.

To the best of my knowledge and belief I am in compliance with the RESNA Code of
Ethics and Standards of Practice.
Signature
Date
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Employer Verification of Work Experience in
Assistive Technology Service Delivery
If multiple employers during the period used for eligibility, photocopy and submit one form for each employer.
SECTION I: To be completed by applicant.
APPLICANT’S NAME
SUPERVISOR
ORGANIZATION
PHONE
ADDRESS
DATES OF
EMPLOYMENT
DATES OF
EMPLOYMENT
START
END
SECTION II: To be filled out and signed by Supervisor or Employer:
Please answer the following questions to verify the applicant's work experience and return to the applicant for submission with the completed application. NOTE: If you are an owner or supervisor and do not have other management to verify your experience, please fill out the description below and
attach three references using the next page as needed to validate your eligibility.
PLEASE WRITE A DESCRIPTION OF THE APPLICANT’S JOB RESPONSIBILITIES RELATED TO DIRECT ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGY SERVICES TO THE CONSUMER:
TOTAL NUMBER OF HOURS IN A TYPICAL WEEK DEDICATED TO THE FOLLOWING RESPONSIBILITIES:
SUPERVISOR SIGNATURE
TITLE
DATES OF
EMPLOYMENT
DATES OF
EMPLOYMENT
START
END
My current area(s) assistive technology practice is/are (check all that apply):
Augmentative/Alternate Communication
 Technology for Cognitive Disabilities
Computer Applications
Dysphagia/Eating, Swallowing or Saliva Control
Electrical Stimulation
Seating or Wheeled Mobility
Other:
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 Job / Workplace Accommodations
Personal Transportation
Technology for Sensory Loss
Special Education
Telerehabilitation
Universal Design / Accessibility
Owner/Supervisor Verification of Work Experience in
Assistive Technology Service Delivery
(For owners/supervisors who do not have other management staff at work who are able to verify
work experience.)
Please make THREE copies of this form to provide references if you do not have other management staff at
your work place able to verify your work experience over the time needed to meet eligibility requirements.
SECTION I: To be completed by applicant.
APPLICANT’S NAME
SUPERVISOR
ORGANIZATION
PHONE
ADDRESS
DATES OF
EMPLOYMENT
DATES OF
EMPLOYMENT
START
END
SECTION II: To be filled out and signed by Supervisor or Employer:
I attest that I have worked with the applicant,____________________________, and have known them in a
(candidate name)
professional capacity, working in AT direct consumer related services for the period from _______________ to
(beginning date)
________________. They have worked with me to provide the following services:
SIGNATURE OF REFERENCE
TITLE
DATES OF
EMPLOYMENT
DATES OF
EMPLOYMENT
START
END
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Certificant Directory Profile Information
SELF DESRIPTION (Voluntary)




a. American Indian
b. Asian American
c. African American
d. Caucasian




e. Chicano/Mexican American
f. Puerto Rican/Puerto Rican American
g. Spanish American
h. Other ______________________________

Female
GENDER

Male
Highest Education Level Achieved
 HS Diploma or GED
 Associate - AA, AS
 Bachelor - MA, MS
 Masters -- MA, MS
 Doctorate -- MD, PhD, EdD, ScD, DO, PTD, OTD, JD, etc
 Other, specify
Are you a student presently?
 Yes
 No
Most Relevant Academic/Professional Training (Check all that apply)
 Audiologist
 Assistive Technologist
 Attorney
 Biomedical Engineer
 Building Trades
 Computer Science
 Counseling
 Electrical Engineer
 Ergonomist
 Educator, General Ed
 Educator, Special Ed
 Industrial Engineer
 Mechanical Engineer
 Mechanical Maintenance
 Nurse
 Occupational Therapist
 OT Assistant
 Orthotist
 Physician
 Physical Therapist
 PT Assistant
 Prosthetist
 Psychologist
 Rehabilitation Engineer
 Social Worker
 Speech & Language Pathologist
 Technician
 Other, specify
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Professional Credentials/Licenses Held (Check all that apply)
 ATP *
 CO
 CP
 CPE
 CRC
 CRTS
 LCSW
 MD/DO
 OT
 OTA
 PA
 PE
 PT
 PTA
 RET *
 RRTS
 RN
 SLP
 SMS *
 None
 Other
Years worked in your professional area?
 2 years or less
 3 to 6 years
 7 to 10 years
 11 years or more
AT Practice Specialty (Check all that apply)
 Cognition & Learning
 Hearing
 Vision
 Communication
 Seating, Positioning & Mobility
 Transportation & Driving
 Orthotics
 Prosthetics
 Computer Access & Applications
 Environmental & Personal Aids for Daily Living
 Architectural Accessibility & Universal Design
 Employment & Workplace Modifications
 Recreation, Leisure & Sports
 Personal Robotics
 Tele-rehab & Tele-monitoring
 Other, specify
 No AT practice specialty
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What is your primary role in the AT field? (Check only one)

Service provider (e.g., evaluates users' abilities and needs; identifies and specifies AT and environmental
solutions, manages service delivery processes, trains in the use of technology)

Technology Supplier (e.g., assesses user and devices; selects, orders, configures, customizes, designs,
fabricates and sells commercial and non-commercial AT devices)

Manufacturer (e.g., designs, develops, tests, packages, distributes, resells, and markets commercial AT
devices and software)

Educator of AT Professionals

Educator, e.g. pre-school, K-12, university, trade, etc.

Researcher

Resource Provider, e.g. information & referral, demonstration/loan/reuse programs, advocacy, funder,
etc.
Other, specify

What other roles do you perform in the AT field? (Check all that apply)

Service provider (e.g., evaluates users' abilities and needs; identifies and specifies AT and environmental
solutions, manages service delivery processes, trains in the use of technology)

Technology Supplier (e.g., assesses user and devices; selects, orders, configures, customizes, designs,
fabricates and sells commercial and non-commercial AT devices)

Manufacturer (e.g., designs, develops, tests, packages, distributes, resells, and markets commercial AT
devices and software)

Educator of AT Professionals

Educator, e.g. pre-school, K-12, university, trade, etc.

Researcher

Resource Provider, e.g. information & referral, demonstration/loan/reuse programs, advocacy, funder,
etc.
Other, specify

What is your primary employment facility/setting (Check only one)
 Academic institution (post-secondary education)
 Acute care hospital
 Health system or hospital-based outpatient facility or clinic
 Industry/Manufacturer
 Inpatient rehab facility
 Patient's home/home care
 Private outpatient office or private practice
 Research center
 School system
 Skilled nursing facility/long term care facility
 Municipal, state or federal government agency
 Retail AT supplier
 Community-based center, i.e. independent living center, Easter Seal center, ATA, etc.
 Other, specify
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Member Organizations Other than RESNA (Check all that apply)
 AAA
 ACM
 AOTA
 APTA
 ASHA
 ASME
 ATA
 BMES
 HFES
 IEEE
 NRRTS
 TASH
 Other, specify
 None
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