RESNA 2025 Annual Conference
Plans for RESNA’s annual conference, being held in conjunction with RehabWeek Chicago in May, are well underway. We will announce the continuing education and scientific program in late February, followed closely by the student competitions and the Developers Showcase.RESNA is joining with seven other international and national societies at RehabWeek Chicago, May 12 – 16. Approximately 2,000 rehabilitation and assistive technology professionals and researchers are expected. The RESNA “conference within a conference” is May 13, 14, and 15, and includes continuing education sessions, scientific paper platform and poster sessions, the annual Colin McLaurin Lecture, the Developers Showcase, and the Awards Ceremony.
Attendees will be able to earn IACET CEUs for all RESNA sessions and enjoy a large exhibit hall with both rehabilitation and assistive technology products. RESNA members receive a discount on registration. For more information, and to sign up for updates, visit the website.
Monthly Certification Pop-Ups
Do you have new employees interested in finding out more about the ATP certification? RESNA is holding free webinars, called “Certification Pop-Ups,” on the fourth Thursday of every month at 12pm ET. Certification staff will present the eligibility requirements and answer questions. The next Certification Pop-Up is February 27, 2025. Registration is required. See the website for details.
ATP Guidance Program
We’re accepting applications from rehab technicians for the new ATP Guidance Program. This one-year program prepares AMRG certified rehab technicians to achieve their ATP certification. The program includes the AT Fundamentals course, a monthly meeting with a mentor, a free practice exam, and a fast track to sit for the exam. The program kicks off with the AT Fundamentals course, which starts March 25, 2025. Applications are due March 7, 2025. For more information, see the ATP Guidance Program webpage in the Certification section of the RESNA website.
Annual Notice: RESNA Code of Conduct and Certification Standards of Practice
RESNA’s Code of Ethics and Standards of Practice reflects the commitment of all RESNA members, certificants, and applicants for certification to the high standards of practice and ethics in the assistive technology field.
The Code of Ethics and Standards benefits and protects the public, provides practice standards for the assistive technology field, and advances the duty of care for professionals in our industry. Compliance with the Code and Standards is a requirement of initial certification and recertification as it is critical to the integrity of the individuals who hold RESNA Credentials. Violations of the Code and Standards may subject a certified individual or a candidate for certification to discipline as outlined in the Ethics Policies and Procedures.
We encourage all certified ATPs to review the Code of Ethics and Standards of Practice at least once a year to refresh their understanding and appreciation of the principles and ethical standards that guide our profession and industry. The Code and Standards may be downloaded from the RESNA website. All ATPs are also emailed the document directly by RESNA.
If you have knowledge of a RESNA-certified AT professional who you believe is not following the Code or the Standards of Practice, you may want to consider filing a complaint with RESNA. RESNA’s Complaint Review Committee of the Professional Standards Board (PSB) is charged with investigating and evaluating complaints through a peer review process that is credible to the public and fair to all parties. Complaints may be filed online through the RESNA website. Email certification@resna.org for more information.
Andrea may be reached at execoffice@resna.org
Andrea Van Hook is Executive Director of RESNA. She has over twenty years of experience in non-profit association management. She lives and works in the Washington, DC area.
