Easy Read — Microcredential
Assistive Technology Framework
Short practical course to match, trial and integrate assistive technology in learning and community settings.
Quick facts
- Duration: 2–6 learning hours (modules + clinic or partner practice)
- Format: short online modules, clinic/partner practice sessions
- Assessment: short practice task (trial report / classroom plan)
- Outcome: practical checklist, trial pack and a recognition/certificate
In short
This microcredential helps teachers, allied health and program staff choose and use assistive technology (AT). It focuses on practical steps: matching devices, running short trials, training staff, and planning for ongoing use.
Who this is for
- Teachers and school support staff
- Allied health professionals and therapists
- Library staff and community program leads
- Project leads running device lending or AT clinics
- Volunteers supporting trials and classroom integration
Learning outcomes
By the end you will be able to:
- Match simple assistive technology options to functional goals.
- Plan and run a short classroom or community trial.
- Configure devices with basic accessibility settings and user profiles.
- Train staff and family with Easy Read steps and checklists.
- Produce a short trial report and procurement-ready notes.
Syllabus — modules
- Module 1 — AT basics: what AT is, common device types (AAC, switches, eye-gaze, symbol software).
- Module 2 — Functional goals: identify everyday tasks and how AT can help.
- Module 3 — Matching & selection: simple matching process and trial planning.
- Module 4 — Configuration & accessibility: basic setup, user profiles and safety.
- Module 5 — Trial delivery: short trial checklists, mid-trial checks and outcome measures.
- Module 6 — Handover & procurement: writing a short trial report, procurement notes and sustainment planning.
Assessment
Assessment is practice-based. You submit a short trial report or a classroom integration plan. Templates are provided. Assessors give practical feedback and issue a recognition or certificate on successful demonstration.
Delivery & support
- Self-paced modules with short videos and captions
- Optional clinic or partner practice sessions for hands-on trials
- Facilitator packs and Easy Read guides for classroom staff
- Auslan-friendly scripts and short videos available on request
- Templates for trial reports, procurement notes and handover packs
Why this helps
Schools and services often try AT but lack a simple process to test and adopt it. This course gives a clear, repeatable approach so trials are useful and adoption is practical and sustainable.
How to join
Register interest below. We will email the syllabus and explain clinic dates and partner options. For partner cohorts we can tailor delivery and assessment tasks.
Register interest — short form
Tell us your name, organisation and why you are interested. Tick the box if you need Easy Read or Auslan support. We will email the syllabus and next steps.
We will email a clear syllabus, templates and clinic dates. If you need help completing this form, email founder@edulinked.com.au and we will help.
Frequently asked
- Do I need a clinician to do this course?
- Not always. Some specialist devices (eye-gaze) need clinical support. The course explains when clinician input is recommended and how to work with partners.
- How long are clinics?
- Clinic sessions vary (short hands-on slots). We list clinic options and dates when we email the syllabus.
- Will I get a certificate?
- Yes — on completion of the practice task and assessor feedback, a recognition or certificate is issued.