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1 Tech Points Quick Overview

2 Pathfinder Associates2 Tech Points Places in the rehabilitation process where use of assistive technology resources or services should be considered.

3 Pathfinder Associates3 Tech Points concept Applications: Vocational Rehabilitation Services Community Rehabilitation Providers Workforce Centers Education/Transition Programs Business and Industry Worker’s Compensation Independent Living Programs other rehabilitation services

4 Pathfinder Associates4

5 5 Tech Points Tech Points will help counselors get started using technology; suggest questions to ask consumers; help to determine need for assistive technology; give ideas on technology-related options; help make appropriate expenditures for technology, and; organize how to approach technology training.

6 Pathfinder Associates6 Looks at general phases or stages in the rehabilitation process Referral Application Comprehensive Assessment and Planning ServicesOutcome Post-Employment and Follow-up

7 Pathfinder Associates7 Basic Tech Points include Referral/ Tech Point 1 Referral/Application Comprehensive Assessment Tech Point 2 Comprehensive Assessment Tech Point 3 Plan Development Tech Point 4Services Placement/Follow- up Tech Point 5 Placement/Follow- up Outcomes Tech Point 6 Outcomes Post-Employment and Follow-up Tech Point 7 Post-Employment and Follow-up

8 Pathfinder Associates8 What to Accomplish: Consider need for rehabilitation technology resources and services for all applicants. Decisions on vocational potential should include how technology resources or services could improve or enhance performance. Action Needed: Profile Assistive Technology Needs. Provide necessary accommodations to enter program. Referral/Application looks at For example, Tech Point 1 - Referral/Application looks at

9 Pathfinder Associates9 Other action which may be needed: If technology use is likely, discuss case with appropriate technology specialist. If comprehensive assessment services are scheduled, request that assistive technology resources be included. Tech Point 1 - continued:

10 Pathfinder Associates10 Tech Points approach Each of the seven Tech Points follow a similar format to ensure that appropriate consideration is given to technology-related needs throughout the process TIPS – Technology Intervention Preparation Steps are also included to help to systematically explore options and possibilities

11 Pathfinder Associates11 For additional information on Tech Points and other training resources and activities contact: Pathfinder Associates 712 Woodcreek Ct Columbia, SC 29212 info@pathfinderassociates.net 803.767.8043 © Pathfinder Associates


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