Apple Accessibility Features for OT Intervention

Are you an Occupational Therapist looking to confidently incorporate everyday technology into your clinical practice?

Do you want to learn how to use built-in Apple Accessibility features to support your NDIS participants with diverse cognitive, sensory, literacy and physical needs?

This two-part workshop series introduces you to the full range of iOS accessibility tools – from display customisation and reading support to hands-free control – equipping you with practical strategies to improve access, communication and independence.

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What will you learn?

Across both workshops, you’ll gain hands-on knowledge and skills to:

Understand iOS basics and how to confidently navigate Apple devices
Use magnification and screen reading tools for participants with low vision
Customise display and text settings to improve readability and reduce sensory overload
Apply reading and writing supports such as Speak Screen, Dictation and Live Text
Set up restrictions and Guided Access to reduce distractions and promote focus

Enable AssistiveTouch, Voice Control and Switch Control for hands-free or modified access
Use touch accommodations and pointer devices to support fine motor challenges
Explore alternative input methods including styluses, switches and head tracking
Integrate physical access settings into everyday therapy and functional goals

Who is this workshop for?

This workshop is designed for:

Occupational Therapists working with NDIS participants of any age
OTs seeking practical, tech-based solutions for accessibility and independence
Clinicians across paediatrics, disability, mental health and aged care settings
Teams or services aiming to build capacity in using everyday devices as assistive tools

Whether you’re new to assistive tech or keen to deepen your understanding, this series offers practical, OT-focused training.

Why attend?

In this workshop, you will:

Discover accessible tools already built into iPads and iPhones
Build confidence in tailoring device features to client needs
Learn from real-world OT applications and demonstrations
Walk away with a toolkit of strategies to enhance participation
Get both sessions in one purchase – available on demand, anytime

Workshop Duration: 3 hrs total across 2 x 90 minute sessions

Cost: $180.00

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What's Included

Gain online access to the workshop – live workshops are delivered via Zoom, while self-paced options include access to recorded sessions
Download workshop slides and any resources provided by the presenter
Enjoy six months of access to the recording and resources via your Verve OT Learning Library
Receive a certificate of completion for your CPD records, available through your Verve OT Learning Library

About the Presenter

Bronwyn Simpson is an Occupational Therapist with 15 years experience in rehabilitation and assistive technology, with a particular expertise in electronic assistive technology.

She teaches occupational therapy students these topics at the University of Sydney, where she is Associate Lecturer. She is also a researcher in the areas of well-being and disability, disability-inclusive disaster risk reduction and peer support.

WHAT OTHERS ARE SAYING

Thank you for running this webinar! Bronwyn gave a great overview of lots of different options that I didn't know existed. It was great to have access to the recording - I needed to go back and watch some of the sections a few times with device in front of me to be able to "get" it.

Fantastic Presentation, very well organised, plenty of opportunity for interaction and practise