Introduction

This final course in the Foundations of Wheelchair Provision Programme introduces the fundamentals of power mobility, including power wheelchair and scooter provision. It covers the main categories of power mobility devices, drive wheel configurations, power seating functions, and the principle of feature matching to provide a practical foundation for clinical reasoning during power mobility assessments.

Learning outcomes

At the end of this course you will be able to:

• differentiate between the main categories of power mobility devices and drive wheel configurations available to support daily task performance of clients requiring powered mobility
• discuss the clinical rationale for common power seating functions, including tilt, recline, seat elevation, and standing capability
• select primary and alternative drive control options to support feature matching in a power mobility assessment
• determine how power seat elevation supports safe engagement in functional tasks such as food preparation

Target audience

This course is aimed at physical therapists/physiotherapists, occupational therapists, and assistive technology professionals (including clinicians, assistants, and students). We also welcome recreation therapists, athletic trainers, nurses, physicians, and any other healthcare professionals interested in mastering this subject.

Practicalities

• Availability - this course is online and can be completed on your own schedule.
• Hours of Learning - No deadlines are applied to this course and it can be started and completed in your own time according to your personal schedule. We expect the required elements to take around 1.5-2 hours depending on your schedule and learning style. Additionally there are many optional resources provided and if you choose to review these the course could take longer to complete.
• Types of Activities - This course includes instructional and/or practical videos, reading activities, AI supported learning activities, reflection, evaluation forms, a quiz and additional resources.
• Certificates - At the end of the course, when you have completed all of the required elements, you will be able to download a certificate of completion and 1.6 Plus points will be added to your personalised learning dashboard.

Instructor financial and non-financial disclosures

Financial Relationships Disclosure: Angie Kiger is currently employed by Permobil, a global manufacturer of seating and wheeled mobility equipment. The content of this course relates to all assistive technology of which wheelchairs and seating equipment are considered. However, the content of this course does not promote or represent any specific brand or product.

Accessibility and Non-Discrimination Policy

Physiopedia Plus is committed to providing an inclusive and accessible learning environment for all participants. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, national origin, religion, sex, disability, military status, sexual orientation or age in any aspect of our continuing education services. We are dedicated to ensuring that all learners can fully participate in our programmes. Participants who require accommodations or have special needs are encouraged to contact us with details so that we can make all reasonable efforts to meet these requirements.