Chapter 11. Assistive Technology and Retraining Under the Rehabilitation Act

Overview

Psychologists working in the field of physical rehabilitation in the 21st century will have a role that is very different from that of rehabilitation psychologists in the past 25 years. This role will be redefined and expanded to include educator, coach, advocate, advisor, and facilitator. To meet these new role requirements, psychologists will need training in multiculturalism, current legislative and legal issues relating to disability, skills training, life span planning, and enhanced communications skills. Knowledge of all levels of AT will be vital, as will the skills needed to fully integrate AT into the rehabilitation process. It is hoped that Title III funding and specialty certification requirements will allow psychologists to meet these requirements.

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