Missouri Assistive Technology

Power Up 2012
Assistive Technology Conference & Expo
April 2 & 3, 2012
Holiday Inn Executive Center
Columbia, MO

General Info

ACCESSIBILITY & ACCOMODATIONS

Conference Communication Accessibility Accommodations will be provided by REQUEST made by March 5. After that date, we cannot guarantee that accommodations will be met. Be sure to check the accessibility accommodations box and include your telephone number on the registration form so that we may contact you if more information is needed.

Hotel Accommodations: The Holiday Inn Executive Center in Columbia, Missouri is the site for all conference and expo activities. Rooms are available for $64 a night. To make overnight reservations call (573) 445-8531 and indicate that you want the Power Up Conference room rate. Accessible rooms are available but must be requested when you reserve your sleeping room.

Why Attend?  Learning Outcomes

- Learn about new assistive technology (AT) devices, resources, and implementation strategies.
- Experience hands-on with devices and interactive sessions
- Identify and learn techniques to facilitate communication
- Integrate AT into daily life to enjoy it fully
- Network with Vendors and other Professionals
- Increase your expertise in the following areas of AT:
   iPads, Apps, & Special Needs
   Accessible Instructional Materials (AIM)

   Autism & AT
   Blind/Low Vision issues and devices
   Deaf/Hard of Hearing issues and devices
   Disability Policy issues
   Independent Living
   Information Technology
   Transition and Employment
   Other assistive technology devices and services that strengthen the capacity and independence of people with disabilities and professionals providing AT

Continuing Education

CEU’s will be offered for Occupational Therapists, Educators, and Rehabilitation professionals.
ASHA CEU pre-approval is in process for Audiologists and Speech Language Pathologists. 

Call (816) 655-6700 for more information.