A task force facilitated by the STAR Program developed the following guide to assist in the selection of an AT Specialist. STAR does not endorse or recommend any particular individual or agency. The posting of this information to STAR's website does not imply endorsement by STAR's funders, the National Institute of Disability and Rehabilitation Research nor the State of Minnesota. This information is educational in nature. There are no generalists in AT service delivery.
Service providers specialize in one or two areas that are generally related.
Selection of an AT Specialist should be guided by the identified need of the person with a disability. Orthotists and Prosthetists have stringent requirements for practice and reimbursement. Must be verifiable with written proof of participation. Mentored Practice is full-time practice that involves hands on experience in application of Assistive Technology with the person and the equipment with mentoring by a person with expertise in the area. Recommended annual Continuing Education once meeting the basic criteria of AT Specialist is 20 Hours in each specialty area of practice.