Assistive Technology
Assistive Technology (AT) Services in the areas of AT consideration, assessment,
and the planning process for SST Region 8 Stakeholders (administrators, educators,
families, other agencies, higher education, etc.) encompass
- Professional Development,
- Technical Assistance/Consultation,
- Product Development and
- Information Dissemination.
Definition of Assistive Technology Devices and Services from IDEA:
“Assistive Technology device” means any item, piece of equipment, or product system,
whether acquired commercially off the shelf, modified, or customized, that is used
to increase, maintain, or improve functional capabilities of children with disabilities.
“Assistive Technology services” means any service that directly assists an individual
with a disability in the selection, acquisition, or use of an assistive technology
device.