Introduction to Power Wheelchairs & Programming

Get ready for one of our most popular workshops, Rocky! Power Mobility is pleased to present this informative wheelchair training workshop in partnership with Quantum Rehab – Introduction to Power Wheelchairs & Programming.

Selecting the right wheelchair is essential for boosting independence and mobility in everyday life. However, with a multitude of options available, navigating the decision-making process can be challenging and at times, overwhelming. This training aims to help therapists gain skills to select the optimal wheelchair, aligning choices with individual goals, environmental needs and driving comfort.

Key learning areas will include:

Introduction to the assessment & referral process
Clinical considerations for power seating functions
Introduction to basic programming
Advantages & disadvantages of Front Wheel Drive, Mid Wheel Drive & Rear Wheel Drive
Clinical considerations when the correct wheelchair is chosen.

Where

OT Gym
CQU Health Clinic
Reception 2, Building 14
Berrill Lane
Rockhampton

When

Thursday, 16 July 2026
9.00am – 1.00pm
Refreshments & light lunch provided
(Please advise dietary requirements)

Cost

Free

CPD Points

4 points

Who is this session suitable for?

This session is suitable for beginner to intermediate prescribing therapists who are new to wheelchair prescription or would like a refresher. Every hour is counted for CPD for Allied Health, and all attendees will receive a Certificate of Attendance.

Meet Joshua Chiswell, Clinical Educator & Product Specialist – Quantum Australia

Join the Power Mobility team as we welcome Joshua Chiswell to present this workshop.

Josh is a highly experienced occupational therapist with a background in inpatient rehabilitation and community settings, where he built a strong clinical foundation and a passion for delivering meaningful, client-centred outcomes. It was here that Josh discovered his interest in assistive technology and the powerful impact the right wheelchair and seating solutions can have on people’s lives.

He spent 6 years as a complex wheelchair and seating specialist, working with individuals with complex needs and collaborating closely with families and mulit-disciplinary teams. Known for his practical approach, Josh excels at turning clinical knowledge into real world solutions that support independence and long-term outcomes.

Josh is passionate about helping clinicians build confidence in assistive technology. He creates engaging, practical learning experiences that strengthen clinical reasoning and empower therapists to take ownership of their knowledge in the wheelchair and seating space.