Assistive Technology Practitioner Certifcation Course :: PIP System (SUNY Orange)

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Initiative Title	Assistive Technology Practitioner Certifcation Course
Submitted in Previous Year(s)	2006
Critical Information, Notes, Justification, Rationale	The SUNY Orange OTA Program will develop an accredited certificate program offering advanced certification as an Assistive Technology Practitioner (ATP). The ATP Program will be available to service providers (e.g. OT and PT Practitioners with AAS or higher degrees) who are involved in analysis of a consumer’s needs and training in the use of a particular device.* *An assistive technology device is any item piece of equipment or product system that is used to increase or improve functional capabilities of individuals with disabilities. Include job accommodations, computer access, vehicle modification, public transportation, augmentative/alternative communications, environmental controls, positioning devices, seating and mobility, sensory aids and learning accommodations.
Consequences of this initiative not being funded	Not addressing an evolving and essential training program that is highly sought after by many OT and PT practitioners.
Department Goals
Programs	AAS OTA
Locations
Estimated Completion Date	05/27/2011
Will this initiative span multiple budget years?	No
Importance	Low
Funding Source	Request for Prioritization
Created	06/17/2013 5:03 pm
Updated	06/17/2013 5:03 pm

Institutional Goals

Goal	How will the initiative support this institutional goal?
COLLEGE I: To provide courses in the arts, sciences, health professions, humanities, business and technology at the level of Associate degree programs, certificates, training and developmental programs to meet student needs for further education, employment and personal growth. 2: To provide appropriate credit and non-credit programs to satisfy changing Orange County needs and demographics.
STRATEGIC V: Provide a clear, consistent and compelling presentation of Orange County Community College.
AMP H: Collaboration and Partnerships d: Create stronger ties between CAPE and credit departments and programs to develop new non-credit offerings
AMP H: Collaboration and Partnerships g: Assertively seek relationships with Community Based Organizations, theatre or cultural groups, non-profit organizations and the business sector to provide training or credit programs onsite and to engage in win-win partnerships that enhance revenues for all parties

Action Steps

Action Step	Responsible Party	Order
Explore requirements for becoming accredited to offer courses leading to certification as an ATP	Academic Fieldwork Coordinator	1
Coordinate with SUNY Orange Distance Learning Coordinator to offer ATP program courses as part of a Distance Learning program.	Academic Fieldwork Coordinator	2
Hire a part-time coordinator/instructor to develop courses	Department Chair in collaboration with AVP	3
Begin offering Assistive Technology Program courses as distance learning or online options as well as classroom options on Middletown campus.	ATP Coordinator	4

Expected Outcomes

Outcome	Order
Increasing professional development certifcate courses to assist therapists in expanding thie job opportunities	1

Assessment Methods

Method	Description	Other Method	Responsible Party

Resources

INITIAL YEAR COST:	$35,000.00
RECURRING COST:	$25,000.00

Equipment

Need	Cost (Initial/Recurring)	Supporting Departments
Assistive Technology materials (switches, electronic parts)	$8000.00
TOTAL:	$8,000.00 / $0.00

Facility

Need	Cost (Initial/Recurring)	Supporting Departments
OTA Lab	$0.00	Occupational Therapy
TOTAL:	$0.00 / $0.00

Supply

Need	Cost (Initial/Recurring)	Supporting Departments
TOTAL:	$0.00 / $0.00

Staffing

Need	Cost (Initial/Recurring)	Supporting Departments
ATP Coordinator (Part-time)	$25000.00 / 25000.00 (1st year)	Human Resources, AVP Office Payroll
TOTAL:	$25,000.00 / $25,000.00

Training

Need	Cost (Initial/Recurring)	Supporting Departments
TOTAL:	$0.00 / $0.00

Marketing

Need	Cost (Initial/Recurring)	Supporting Departments
Advertising and promoting program	$2000.00	Institutional Advancement, VP Office CAPE Marketing
TOTAL:	$2,000.00 / $0.00

Other

Need	Cost (Initial/Recurring)	Supporting Departments
TOTAL:	$0.00 / $0.00

Prioritization

Level 5 Level 5 Cabinet Middle States	Level 4 Level 4 PBIE Committee	Level 3 Level 3 Academic Affairs and Student Services, Provost, VP Office Administration and Finance, VP Office Board of Trustees Chief Diversity Officer Institutional Advancement, VP Office President, Office of Student Services, VP Office SUNY Orange Foundation Sustainability Workforce Development, Strategy & Innovation, VP Office	Level 2 Level 2 Alumni Relations and Special Events Athletics Business Math Science and Technology, AVP Office Business Office CAPE Career and Internship Services Communications Office Enrollment Mgt and Student Financial Services, AVP Office Facilities Food Tech Grants Health Professions, AVP Office Hudson Valley Educational Consortium Human Resources, AVP Office Information Technology, CIO Office Institutional Planning Assessment and Research Lab School Learning & Student Success, AVP Office Liberal Arts, AVP Office Marketing Newburgh Campus Phi Theta Kappa Security Student Engagement and Completion, AVP Office	Level 1 Level 1 Academic Advising Academic Support Middletown Academic Support Newburgh Academic Technology Accessibility Services Admissions and Recruitment Arts and Communication Behavioral Sciences Biology Bursar Business Capital Projects Center for Student Involvement Center for Teaching and Learning Clinical Laboratory Science Computer Science and Technology Criminal Justice Cultural Affairs Custodial and Grounds Dental Hygiene Deployment & Operations Diagnostic Imaging Education Educational Opportunities Program Educational Partnerships English Enrollment Support Services Environmental Health and Safety ESL CAPE Financial Aid Global Studies Governance Honors Program HVAC Information Services & Network Infrastructure Interdisciplinary Studies Liberty Partnership Program Library Mail and Copy Services Maintenance Mathematics Movement Science Nursing Occupational Therapy Payroll Physical Therapy Records and Registration Science Engineering and Architecture Student Services - Data Management Student Services Central Student Services Newburgh Campus Student Support Initiatives Testing Center TRiO Student Support Services Unused Wellness Center Work Force Development CAPE	Initiative Title	Department
		54	20	4	Assistive Technology Practitioner Certifcation Course $35,000.00 / $25,000.00	Occupational Therapy AAS OTA

Assessment

Date	Department Name	Status	Cost to Date	Funding Source
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