requirements for ONE of the combinations listed below. " ATP exam outline Once the exam is scheduled and ready to be taken, there are five different areas to be judged on: assessment of need, development of intervention strategies, implementation of intervention strategies, evaluation of intervention, and professional conduct. I. Assessment of Need (30% of final exam grade) For the assessment of need portion of the exam an individual should be prepared to: evaluate the consumer and determine their needs, analyze relevant past documents, plan the assessment to fit the consumer's needs, take environmental factors into account, work jointly with team members, ensure the technology suits the consumer's needs and abilities, suggest outlets for further support, make the client's goals a priority, and make the outcome of the assessment clear to the consumer. II. Development of Intervention Strategies- Action Plan (27% of exam) For the action plan portion of the exam an individual should be prepared to: explain potential options, choose equipment fitting the consumer's needs/goals/capabilities, evaluate the differences between the equipment being considered and past equipment used, train consumers on use of selected equipment, monitor progress, make note of recommendations, and come to a final solution. III. Implementation of Intervention Strategies- Once Funded (25% of exam) For the implementation of strategies portion of the exam an individual should be prepared to: discuss the plan, monitor the order process, inspect equipment, adjust equipment to suit the consumer's needs, inform consumer on necessary maintenance, assess consumer's capability to use equipment after demonstrations, ensure the consumer has continued training, document the process, and ensure the consumer understands their rights and responsibilities. IV. Evaluation of Intervention- Follow Up (15% of exam) For the follow up portion of the exam an individual should be prepared to: identify the results, begin the restoration process if necessary, make possible strategy changes, and continue to work toward the consumer's goals. V. Professional Conduct (3% of exam) Throughout the exam an individual will also be evaluated to ensure they are following to code of ethics and actively participating in opportunities for advancement in the assistive technology field. Future training It is important to note that after certification, the learning process is not over. Assistive technology is a constantly changing field and survey participants collectively agreed that the most important training needs are following the newest advancements in technology; comprehend funding for services; and communicating with consumer's/their families, along with