Mat Assessment for Wheelchair Users – HomeCEU
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Instructional Level: Intermediate

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Michelle Lange, OTR, ABDA, ATP/SMS

Mat Assessment for Wheelchair Users

Mat Assessment for Wheelchair Users

2 Hours Instructional Level: Intermediate
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Course release date: 11/19/2025

Course Overview

A key component of wheelchair seating assessment is the mat assessment. This course will present the mat assessment, including evaluating the client in both supine and sitting. Appropriate measurement intake will also be addressed. Translating mat assessment findings into appropriate seating applications will be illustrated through several case studies. This course is applicable to therapy professionals who work with clients using wheelchairs and also applies to multiple practice settings.

Full Course Description
Course release date: 11/19/2025Course OverviewA key component of wheelchair seating assessment is the mat assessment. This course will present the mat assessment, including evaluating the client in both supine and sitting. Appropriate measurement intake will also be addressed. Translating mat assessment findings into appropriate seating applications will be illustrated through several case studies. This course is applicable to therapy professionals who work with clients using wheelchairs and also applies to multiple practice settings.

Goals & Objectives:

Course Overview

A key component of wheelchair seating assessment is the mat assessment. This course will present the mat assessment, including evaluating the client in both supine and sitting. Appropriate measurement intake will also be addressed. Translating mat assessment findings into appropriate seating applications will be illustrated through several case studies. This course is applicable to therapy professionals who work with clients using wheelchairs and also applies to multiple practice settings.

Learning Outcomes

Upon completing this course, the learner should be able to:

  • Apply three components of a mat assessment to a client requiring wheelchair seating.

  • Apply the appropriate steps in assessing available hip and knee flexion for a seated position in a client requiring wheelchair seating.

  • Distinguish where postural support is required in a wheelchair seating system based on the mat assessment.

  • Apply mat assessment findings to specific seating recommendations.

Goals & Objectives:

Course Overview

A key component of wheelchair seating assessment is the mat assessment. This course will present the mat assessment, including evaluating the client in both supine and sitting. Appropriate measurement intake will also be addressed. Translating mat assessment findings into appropriate seating applications will be illustrated through several case studies. This course is applicable to therapy professionals who work with clients using wheelchairs and also applies to multiple practice settings.

Learning Outcomes

Upon completing this course, the learner should be able to:

  • Apply three components of a mat assessment to a client requiring wheelchair seating.

  • Apply the appropriate steps in assessing available hip and knee flexion for a seated position in a client requiring wheelchair seating.

  • Distinguish where postural support is required in a wheelchair seating system based on the mat assessment.

  • Apply mat assessment findings to specific seating recommendations.

Disclosures:

Audience/Accreditations and Approvals
This course is designed for the following healthcare professions (select your profession for details):
Athletic Training,  Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy

Contact Hours
Upon sucessful completion of this course, you will be awarded the following contact hours (based on profession):
Athletic Training: 2
Occupational Therapy: 2
Physical Therapy: 2

If you require special accommodations, please contact Colibri Healthcare Support by clicking here: Contact Us or by using the chat functionality.

Cancellation Policy: For activity cancellation, returns, or complaint resolution, please contact us by email help@homeceu.com or by phone at 1.800.55.4CEUS (2387). We have a 100% satisfaction guarantee. Refunds will be issued for courses that have not been completed (exam not taken), or for any course that has been rejected by your board of approval. Webinar attendance must be canceled 24 hours before the scheduled start time.

Disclosures:

Audience/Accreditations and Approvals
This course is designed for the following healthcare professions (select your profession for details):
Athletic Training,  Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy

Contact Hours
Upon sucessful completion of this course, you will be awarded the following contact hours (based on profession):
Athletic Training: 2
Occupational Therapy: 2
Physical Therapy: 2

If you require special accommodations, please contact Colibri Healthcare Support by clicking here: Contact Us or by using the chat functionality.

Cancellation Policy: For activity cancellation, returns, or complaint resolution, please contact us by email help@homeceu.com or by phone at 1.800.55.4CEUS (2387). We have a 100% satisfaction guarantee. Refunds will be issued for courses that have not been completed (exam not taken), or for any course that has been rejected by your board of approval. Webinar attendance must be canceled 24 hours before the scheduled start time.

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