Navigating Assistive Technology in the ndis

Date: Thursday 30th July 2026
Time: 10:00AM - 11:30AM
Venue: Active Mobility Training Room, Unit 8, 110-120 Silverwater Road, Silverwater NSW 2128
Presenter: Sarah Collison
CPD: 1.5 CPD Hours

This workshop is designed for Occupational Therapists who want greater confidence, clarity, and capability when prescribing Assistive Technology (AT) under the NDIS.

Assistive Technology can feel complex and overwhelming. This session cuts through the jargon, simplifies the process, and strengthens your understanding of the OT’s role across all levels of AT prescription—so you can make informed decisions with confidence.

You’ll gain practical, real‑world insight into navigating NDIS rules and applying the AT Operational Guidelines effectively. The workshop will walk you through AT pathways based on risk and cost, covering assessments, trials, reporting, and evidence requirements, so you know exactly what’s expected and how to achieve successful outcomes for your clients.

We’ll also unpack the structure of the improved hybrid AT template, explore the mid‑cost AT template, and share examples of the evidence that supports strong, defensible AT applications.

By the end of the workshop, you’ll leave with clearer processes, stronger clinical confidence, and practical tools you can apply immediately, helping you advocate more effectively for your clients and streamline your AT practice.

All attendees will receive an attendance certificate for their professional development requirements.

With 20 years of experience, Sarah Collison is an Occupational Therapist and Director of Verve OT. Sarah graduated with a Bachelor of Applied Science (Occupational Therapy) from the University of Sydney and has worked across various clinical settings, including rehabilitation, injury management, health, medico-legal, and disability. A passionate supporter of the NDIS, Sarah runs her own private practice, Verve OT, based in Sydney and provides supervision and training to other OT's in all things NDIS. She has a special interest in complex home modifications and can often be found trampling around building sites all over Sydney. Sarah is a member of the OTA NDIS task force and administrator of the NDIS OT provider's Facebook group.