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RESNA Prep Course Materials

Assistive Technology Professional Conversion

If you have not yet converted your current ATP or ATS certification to the
new Assistive Technology Professional Certification, which is effective
January 1, 2009, please do so now to get your new certificate.

NOTE: Do not complete the conversion process if:

1) If you are still waiting for exam results - you will get the new certificate automatically when you passed;

2) You have not yet earned the certification, or your certification has termed;

3) Your certification renewal is due by December 31, 2008, or in early January 2009 - you will also get a new certificate and be converted when you renew. For the application go to
http://www.resna.org/content/index.php?pid=100.

Follow these short steps:

Enter your e-mail address at the link below.

NOTE: If your e-mail does not match the one listed in our database, call the office at (703)524-6686 ext 314 or 311 to assist you.

You will be mailed a temporary password and a link via e-mail. Copy the password and click on the link to see your current information.

Update your information as needed, put in your primary profession and type your name in the electronic signature.

You will get a confirmation that your update was received, and a new certificate will be mailed to you within a few days of receipt.

The link is http://www.resna.org/login/atp_request_password.php

Medicare Requirement - April 1, 2008:

A Group 2 single power option or multiple power option PWC, any Group 3 or Group 4 PWC, or a push rim activated power assist device for a manual wheelchair must be provided by a supplier that employs a RESNA-certified Assistive Technology Supplier (ATS) or Assistive Technology Practitioner (ATP) who specializes in wheelchairs and who has direct, in-person involvement in the wheelchair selection for the patient.

This requirement is being retained and will be effective for claims with dates of service on or after April 1, 2008.

Why you should be RESNA certified?

The RESNA credentialing program was designed to provide anyone practicing in the area of Assistive Technology a basic knowledge of these technologies, and how they interface with each other to maximize the individual's function. In order to accomplish this, professionals involved in the provision of AT services, specifically those addressing seating and mobility needs can further serve their clients and enhance the client's function by having a working knowledge of the Assistive Technology options that exist and understand how and when to refer them to other practitioners. Earning a RESNA credential provides increased credibility to the provider as well as the industry as a whole. The ATP and ATS credentials also promote quality assurance for the consumer, instills pride in the service provider, while promoting a higher professional standard in the Assistive Technology service provision.

NOTICE

While it is not required, it is strongly recommended that you take the RESNA prep course at least one month prior to sitting for the exam. This will allow you adequate time to ensure you have a solid foundation of the material necessary to be successful with the exam.

RESNA Study Guide

Am I qualified to take one of the RESNA exams?

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If you are interested in sitting for the RESNA exam you must contact RESNA directly to register. 2008 - 2009 Exam Dates NOTE: Begnning around mid-February 2009, the RESNA exam will be administered via. computer-based testing centers around the country. Information, exam dates/testing centers and the application may be found at www.resna.org, or you may call the RESNA office at (703) 524-6686 x 314.

If you have any questions please contact Kristen Kubasko via email:
kkubasko@pridemobility.com or via telephone: (800) 800-8586 x 1071.