1. AT Fundamentals
Overview of assistive technologies, matching devices to needs, and ethical/device safety basics.
Learning outcome: confidently select AT options and explain choices to learners/caregivers.
Microcredential — assistive technology for learning
This microcredential equips staff to manage assistive access packs, loaner devices and classroom adaptations so learners can access curriculum with dignity and minimal disruption. Practical, procurement-aware and assessment-linked, the Framework is built for real classroom workflows.
Based on our AT-EMLS pilot work, the Framework combines device routines, QA, inventory and user-centred management with classroom facilitation practice and evidence capture for procurement and reporting. Ideal for schools, libraries and NDIS partner sites.
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Introduction
The Assistive Technology Framework teaches staff how to prepare, maintain and operate assistive access packs and loaner devices, how to match devices to learner needs, and how to capture evidence so assistive access becomes a routine, auditable part of classroom delivery.
Rationale: pilots showed that well-managed AT packs and simple device routines reduce facilitator burden and increase the uptake of accessible options — a critical success factor when scaling EMLS and public-facing installations.
Curriculum
Overview of assistive technologies, matching devices to needs, and ethical/device safety basics.
Learning outcome: confidently select AT options and explain choices to learners/caregivers.
Inventory, loaner workflows, QA checks, branding and kit maintenance routines for classroom-ready packs.
Learning outcome: manage kits reliably and maintain procurement-ready QA records.
Classroom set-ups, quick-check scripts, troubleshooting and matching devices during live sessions.
Learning outcome: implement low-friction AT workflows during teaching and assessment.
Capture forms, xAPI/LRS hooks, sign-off workflows and procurement-ready verification reports.
Learning outcome: produce auditable evidence and verification outputs for funders and procurement.
Plain-language consent, participant sign-off, cultural safety, and ASR/assistive access ethics.
Learning outcome: design AT processes that are ethical, safe and culturally aware.
Assessment & recognition
Assessment combines observed practice (co-delivery or observed setup), a short portfolio (checklists, device QA logs and a recorded workflow), and a verification interview. Assessors sign off on capability and produce a verification report suitable for procurement or HR files.
Typical assessment window: 1–2 weeks after training to allow collection of workplace evidence. Badge and report are issued on successful verification.
Pilots test kit design, supply chain, staff routines and QA in classrooms or library settings. We recommend small-batch pilots with local assembler partners to manage variability and document QA checks before scale. Typical pilot scope aligns with EduLinked’s pilot guidance (6–12 weeks, 1–3 sites).
Indicative pilot budget: pilot-level costing varies; refer to the framework brief for itemised kit and staffing estimates. Example pilot budgeting practices and timelines are provided in our operational materials.
This short course teaches staff how to check and use assistive devices and loaner kits so learners can access lessons. You practise, show what you can do and get a certificate that says you can run kits and keep records.
Want the full Easy Read pack or cohort dates? Email founder@edulinked.com.au