REH128
Vocational Accommodations
Vocational accommodations have legal, ergonomic, and technological components. In this course, you'll learn about all parties' responsibilities regarding human rights complaints, as well as how the duty to accommodate develops. We’ll introduce the Concept of Universal Design for products and environments, which has significant implications for people who would otherwise need accommodations.
In the last part of the course, we'll discuss assistive technology and how it relates to job accommodations. You’ll learn about technology such as alternate computer access, cognitive aids, visual aids, and communication aids. You’ll also have a chance to try several assistive devices.
This course is available as part of the Diploma in Rehabilitation and Disability Management and on an individual basis.
| Section | Sessions | Dates | Time | Campus | Instructor(s) | Cost | Registration |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| REH128-SU1131 | 2 - Fri–Sat | Mar 1–2, 2013 |
8:30 am–4:30 pm | Sur | Dan Robinson, Harry Monk, Katrina Tilley, and Patricia Woods |
$500 | Registration opens Sep 12 if space is available |
What will I learn?
After completing this course, you should be able to do the following:
- Determine what constitutes a disability under human rights law
- Understand what documentation is required to invoke the duty to accommodate
- Describe the rules of undue hardship as they apply to employers
- Explain universal design's history, philosophy and underlying premises
- Describe the seven principles of universal design
- Understand the role of universal design in the home and work environment
- Understand the role of assistive technology in computer use, including keyboard modifications and alternate input methods
- Describe assistive technology for the workplace, such as adaptations to telephones and other office equipment
- Explain other workplace considerations that relate to assistive technology, including the importance of good office ergonomics and healthy work habits
How will I learn?
This course consists of lectures, demonstrations and group discussions. Classes are during the day, from 8:30 am to 4:30 pm, at SFU Surrey.
Besides attending all 14 hours of classes, you must participate in discussions, review all handouts and complete the homework assignment.
How will I be evaluated?
We evaluate this course through individual and group exercises, and a final written assignment.
Textbooks and learning materials
There is no textbook for this course. Class notes and selected resource materials will be provided as custom courseware.
Professional development credits
This course may meet the requirements for the following designation(s):
- Vocational Rehabilitation Association Canada - Continuing Education Units
- BC Association of Kinesiologists - Continuing Education Units