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§ OCCUPATION · GLOBAL STANDARDS

assistive technologist

Assistive technologists work to improve access to learning or/and improving independence and participation for individuals with disabilities.

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Description

Assistive technologists work to improve access to learning or/and improving independence and participation for individuals with disabilities. They do this through learner support and staff support with activities such as assessments, training and guidance. Assistive technologists have a good understanding of learners’ needs and a wide technology knowledge relevant to learning, living or work context. The role requires knowledge of assistive technology hardware and software such as text to speech, prediction, dictation, vision and physical access tools.

Theoretical Knowledge
ESSENTIALTheoretical knowledge required
assistive instrumentsspecial needs learning equipmentscreen readerspecial needs educationproject managementdevelopment delayscurriculum objectivesassistive technology in educationlearning difficultiesdisability carecommunication disordersdomotic systemsbehavioural disordersonline moderation techniquesICT accessibility standardslearning needs analysisassessment processeshuman-computer interactiondisability typescurriculum standards
OPTIONALAdjacent knowledge that strengthens fit
education administrationgovernment policyfunding methodseducation lawapplication usability
Practical Skills
ESSENTIALApplied skills & competences
liaise with educational support staffmanage government-funded programmesprovide assistive technologymeasure software usabilityorganise projects to fill education needsguide learners in using assistive technologiesprovide education management supportmonitor educational developmentsevaluate education programmesprovide specialised instruction for special needs studentsaddress problems criticallycooperate with education professionalsidentify education needsensure compliance with legal requirementsassess users' interaction with ICT applicationsassist children with special needs in education settingsprotect personal data and privacystimulate students' independencepromote education programmespresent reports
OPTIONALOptional competences
advise on teaching methodsfollow research on special needs educationwork with virtual learning environmentsapply for government fundingmanage resources for educational purposesprovide feedback to teachersadvise on lesson planscoordinate educational programmesdevelop organisational policiesmanage budgets

GLOBAL RESOURCE

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SKILLS OVERVIEW

55 total
40 essential · 15 optional

Data Source: Unified Global Standards (ISCED, ISCO, O*NET, ESCO)

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