Traffic Safety for Driver Rehabilitation 2026

May 4-8, 2026 | 6 PM ET - 9:15 PM ET | Live-Virtual Online | 15 ADED Contact Hours
Early bird rate Member $450 / Non-member $900 until 4/4/26 5 PM ET
After 4/4/26 Member $550 / Non-member $1100

Registration is limited and closes when sold out or 5 PM ET on 4/27/2026

• This is a live-virtual, multi-day course conducted over five consecutive evenings for a total of 15 ADED contact hours.
• Attendees will join the live-virtual event via ADED eLearning to engage in the learning event. 
• Attendees will have access to the content and session recordings until June 8, 2026. 
• Course handouts will be provided in a digital format by the start of the course. 
• Attendees will have access to an online discussion board to communicate with instructors and other attendees during the course. 
• To use this course for ADED credentials maintenance, attendance live for the duration of all virtual sessions is required to earn 15 ADED Contact Hours.*

Abstract

This ADED course is designed for the new driving evaluator.  The skills and knowledge needed to establish an adaptive driving program or become a new staff member for an established program will be discussed and shared.  The course will also cover the following topics:  development of a clinical and on road evaluation, basic training techniques, introduction to adaptive equipment, best practices in documentation and interactions with equipment vendors.  

Goals/Objectives

By the end of this program, participants will be able to:

• Discuss the basic components of a driver rehabilitation clinical evaluation
• Analyze the basic components of a driver rehabilitation on road assessment.
• Assess the resources for networking within the driver rehabilitation community
• Develop the necessary and optional components for starting a driver rehabilitation program
• Identify the key stakeholders in the field of driver rehabilitation
• Assess the sequence of basic on road training techniques.

Presented by Jill Sclease, CTRS, CDRS 

Thank you sponsors!

Registration confirmation and payment receipts are e-mailed to the attendee. All cancellations for live-virtual events must be made in writing to the ADED Executive Office by April 24, 2026; a 20% handling fee will be charged. Refunds will not be issued after this date or for “no-shows.” Partial refunds will not be granted. ADED reserves the right to modify content, timetable, change speakers, or cancel events due to unforeseen/unavoidable circumstances at any time. If ADED cancels an event, a full refund will be provided to registrants. ADED does not offer refunds because of technological issues, should the ADED experience a platform outage, attendees will be provided an appropriate credit.  All complaints relative to the content, instructor, and registration procedures are to be directed to the ADED executive office: 200 1st Ave NW #505 Hickory NC 28601 or via email eLearning@aded.net

*Current CDRS' & DRPs please refer to policy 403 for educational activity and maximum contact hours. Attendance at all live virtual sessions is required to earn 15 ADED Contact Hours. 

ADED's Education Code of Conduct applies to this and all ADED education.  

We expect the same level of attention for live-virtual education as at in person events. Please be prepared to have your camera on and respond to attendance verification prompts to earn your contact hours. 

This course has been approved by The Council on Professional Standards for Kinesiotherapy (COPSKT) for 15 contact hours or 1.5 CEU's.

Application of Adaptive Vehicle Modifications 2026

April 6-10, 2026 | 6 PM ET - 9:15 PM ET | Live-Virtual Online | 15 ADED Contact Hours
Early bird rate Member $450 / Non-member $900 until 3/6/26 5 PM ET
After 3/6/26 Member $550 / Non-member $1100
Registration is limited and closes when sold out or 5 PM ET on 3/30/2026 - We expect a rapid sell out of this course, so don’t delay in registering!

• This is a live-virtual, multi-day course conducted over five consecutive evenings for a total of 15 ADED contact hours.
• Attendees will join the live-virtual event via ADED eLearning to engage in the learning event. 
• Attendees will have access to the content and session recordings until May 10, 2026. 
• Course handouts will be provided in a digital format by the start of the course. 
• Attendees will have access to an online discussion board to communicate with instructors and other attendees during the course. 
• To use this course for ADED credentials maintenance, attendance live for the duration of all virtual sessions is required to earn 15 ADED Contact Hours.*

Abstract

This ADED course is ideal for those desiring knowledge of adaptive driving equipment as well as the process for prescribing and delivering such equipment to individuals with disabilities. Topics will cover adaptive driving equipment assessment, low tech equipment options, high tech driving systems, writing prescriptions, vehicle / equipment fitting and wheelchair passenger accommodations. The course also covers collaboration with local mobility equipment dealers and drivers for best-fit options.

Goals/Objectives

Upon completion of this program, participants will be able to:

• Analyze the taxonomy used in driver rehabilitation and vehicle modifications.
• Describe various client vehicle transfer options.
• Discuss key principles in driver positioning and vehicle fit.
• Compare and differentiate between low tech equipment and high tech driving systems.
• Analyze primary and secondary driving control modification options for drivers with various disabilities.
• Discuss documentation elements and best practice with respect to vehicle adaptations and adaptive vehicle prescription writing.
• Compare various mobility device stowage, securement and carrier options.
• Assess vehicle and equipment fitting.
• Develop effective collaboration with the mobility equipment dealer.
• Discuss key principles of securement for wheelchair dependent drivers and passengers. 

Presented by Jenny Nordine, OT/L, CDRS & Jill Sclease, CTRS, CDRS

Thank you sponsors!

Registration confirmation and payment receipts are e-mailed to the attendee. All cancellations for live-virtual events must be made in writing to the ADED Executive Office by March 27, 2026; a 20% handling fee will be charged. Refunds will not be issued after this date or for “no-shows.” Partial refunds will not be granted. ADED reserves the right to modify content, timetable, change speakers, or cancel events due to unforeseen/unavoidable circumstances at any time. If ADED cancels an event, a full refund will be provided to registrants. ADED does not offer refunds because of technological issues.  All complaints relative to the content, instructor, and registration procedures are to be directed to the ADED executive office: 200 1st Ave NW #505 Hickory NC 28601 or via email eLearning@aded.net

*Current CDRS' & DRPs please refer to policy 403 for educational activity and maximum contact hours. Attendance at all live virtual sessions is required to earn 15 ADED Contact Hours. 

ADED's Education Code of Conduct applies to this and all ADED education.  

This course has been approved by The Council on Professional Standards for Kinesiotherapy (COPSKT) for 15 contact hours or 1.5 CEU's.

Connection & Conversations 

March 25, 2026 4:00 PM ET

ADED Members Only Complimentary Event - open to ADED Members who provide driver rehab services. No contact hours offered. 

Join us for an informal, unscripted session designed to spark meaningful conversation among driver rehabilitation specialists. Whether you’re seeking connection, clarity, or perspective, you’re not alone—many peers share the same successes, challenges, and frustrations.

Participants are encouraged to exchange practical tips, insights, and, most importantly, support one another on items related to driver rehab practice. Open to both newcomers and seasoned professionals, these discussions provide a space to ask questions, share experiences, and explore real-world challenges together.

If you’re looking for candid dialogue, spontaneous discussion, and a lecture-free environment, this is the place to be. Come ready to engage, collaborate, and benefit from shared experiences and peer-driven learning. 

The Impact of Disability on Driving 2026

March 9-13, 2026 | 6 PM ET - 9:15 PM ET | Live-Virtual Online | 15 ADED Contact Hours
Early bird rate Member $450 / Non-member $900 until 2/9/26 5 PM ET
After 2/9/26 Member $550 / Non-member $1100

• This is a live-virtual, multi-day course conducted over five consecutive evenings for a total of 15 ADED contact hours.
• Attendees join the live-virtual event via ADED eLearning to engage in the learning event. 
• Attendees will have access to the content and session recordings until April 13, 2026. 
• The course notebook will be provided in a digital format one week prior to the course. 
• Attendees will have access to an online discussion board to communicate with instructors and other attendees during the week of the course. 
• Current CDRS and DRPs - attendance live for the duration of all sessions is required to earn 15 ADED Contact Hours.*

Registration is limited and closes 5 PM ET on 3/2/2026. 

Abstract

This ADED course explores various medical conditions and disabilities that can affect an individual's ability to drive safely. It covers acquired, congenital, developmental, progressive conditions focusing on their impact on driving skills. The course also delves into commonly used clinical assessments, adaptive training approaches, and adaptive equipment used in driver rehabilitation for these conditions. This course provides essential knowledge for evaluating and supporting individuals with medical conditions who wish to drive or continue driving.

Target audience:

• driving educators seeking foundational knowledge for the driver rehabilitation specialization
• healthcare generalist practitioners needing to understand the connection between medical conditions and driving
• individuals referring to a driver rehabilitation program

Goals/Objectives

By the end of this program, participants will be able to:

• Differentiate between various types of medical conditions and disabilities that impact driving.
• Identify common symptoms of the medical conditions and their specific effects on driving ability.
• Define clinical assessments used to determine fitness to drive.
• Evaluate adaptive approaches and equipment used for various medical conditions in driver rehabilitation.
• Analyze the importance of individualized assessment and ongoing monitoring for drivers with medical conditions.

Presented by Lea Bertoni, MS, OTR/L, CDRS & Tara Luther, LDI, OTR/L, CDRS

Thank you sponsors!

Registration confirmation and payment receipts are e-mailed to the attendee. All cancellations for live-virtual events must be made in writing to the ADED Executive Office by Feb. 27, 2026; a 20% handling fee will be charged. Refunds will not be issued after this date or for “no-shows.” Partial refunds will not be granted. ADED reserves the right to modify content, timetable, change speakers, or cancel events due to unforeseen/unavoidable circumstances at any time. If ADED cancels an event, a full refund will be provided to registrants. ADED does not offer refunds because of technological issues, should the ADED experience a platform outage, attendees will be provided an appropriate credit.  All complaints relative to the content, instructor, and registration procedures are to be directed to the ADED executive office: 200 1st Ave NW #505 Hickory NC 28601 or via email eLearning@aded.net

*Current CDRS' & DRPs please refer to policy 403 for educational activity and maximum contact hours.
To use this course for ADED credentials maintenance, attendance live for the duration of all virtual sessions is required to earn 15 ADED Contact Hours. 

ADED's Education Code of Conduct applies to this and all ADED education.  

This course has been approved by The Council on Professional Standards for Kinesiotherapy (COPSKT) for 15 contact hours or 1.5 CEU's.

Connection & Conversations 

February 26, 2026 12:00 PM ET

ADED Members Only Complimentary Event - open to ADED Members who provide driver rehab services. No contact hours offered. 

Join us for an informal, unscripted session designed to spark meaningful conversation among driver rehabilitation specialists. Whether you’re seeking connection, clarity, or perspective, you’re not alone—many peers share the same successes, challenges, and frustrations.

Participants are encouraged to exchange practical tips, insights, and, most importantly, support one another on items related to driver rehab practice. Open to both newcomers and seasoned professionals, these discussions provide a space to ask questions, share experiences, and explore real-world challenges together.

If you’re looking for candid dialogue, spontaneous discussion, and a lecture-free environment, this is the place to be. Come ready to engage, collaborate, and benefit from shared experiences and peer-driven learning. 

Planning to sit for the 2026 CDRS Exam?
Join our support sessions for discussion and answers to your questions.

All sessions will be held live virtual via eLearning and occur at 12 - 1 PM ET

Introduction to Driver Rehabilitation

February 2-6, 2026 | 6 PM ET - 9:15 PM ET | Live-Virtual Online | 15 ADED Contact Hours
Early bird rate Member $450 / Non-member $900 until 1/16/26 5 PM ET
After 1/16/26 Member $550 / Non-member $1100

• This is a live-virtual, multi-day course conducted over five consecutive evenings for a total of 15 ADED contact hours.
• Attendees will have access to session recordings for 30 days post course. 
• Attendees join the live-virtual event via ADED eLearning to engage in the learning event. 
• Attendees will have access to the content and session recordings until March 6, 2026. 
• The course notebook will be provided in a digital format one week prior to the course. 
• Attendees will have access to an online discussion board to communicate with instructors and other attendees during the week of the course. 
• Current CDRS and DRPs - attendance live for the duration of all sessions is required to earn 15 ADED Contact Hours.*

Registration is limited and closes 5PM ET on 1/30/2026. 

Abstract

This ADED course is designed for the new driving evaluator.  The skills and knowledge needed to establish an adaptive driving program or become a new staff member for an established program will be discussed and shared.  The course will also cover the following topics:  development of a clinical and on road evaluation, basic training techniques, introduction to adaptive equipment, best practices in documentation and interactions with equipment vendors.  

Goals/Objectives

By the end of this program, participants will be able to:

• Discuss the basic components of a driver rehabilitation clinical evaluation
• Analyze the basic components of a driver rehabilitation on road assessment.
• Assess the resources for networking within the driver rehabilitation community
• Develop the necessary and optional components for starting a driver rehabilitation program
• Identify the key stakeholders in the field of driver rehabilitation
• Assess the sequence of basic on road training techniques.

Presented by Jenny Nordine, OTL, CDRS 

Thank you sponsors!

Registration confirmation and payment receipts are e-mailed to the attendee. All cancellations for live-virtual events must be made in writing to the ADED Executive Office by January 23, 2026; a 20% handling fee will be charged. Refunds will not be issued after this date or for “no-shows.” Partial refunds will not be granted. ADED reserves the right to modify content, timetable, change speakers, or cancel events due to unforeseen/unavoidable circumstances at any time. If ADED cancels an event, a full refund will be provided to registrants. ADED does not offer refunds because of technological issues, should the ADED experience a platform outage, attendees will be provided an appropriate credit.  All complaints relative to the content, instructor, and registration procedures are to be directed to the ADED executive office: 200 1st Ave NW #505 Hickory NC 28601 or via email eLearning@aded.net

*Current CDRS' & DRPs please refer to policy 403 for educational activity and maximum contact hours. Attendance at all live virtual sessions is required to earn 15 ADED Contact Hours. 

ADED's Education Code of Conduct applies to this and all ADED education.  

This course has been approved by The Council on Professional Standards for Kinesiotherapy (COPSKT) for 15 contact hours or 1.5 CEU's.

Connection & Conversations 

January 30, 2026 9:00 AM ET

ADED Members Only Complimentary Event - open to ADED Members who provide driver rehab services. No contact hours offered. 

Join us for an informal, unscripted session designed to spark meaningful conversation among driver rehabilitation specialists. Whether you’re seeking connection, clarity, or perspective, you’re not alone—many peers share the same successes, challenges, and frustrations.

Participants are encouraged to exchange practical tips, insights, and, most importantly, support one another on items related to driver rehab practice. Open to both newcomers and seasoned professionals, these discussions provide a space to ask questions, share experiences, and explore real-world challenges together.

If you’re looking for candid dialogue, spontaneous discussion, and a lecture-free environment, this is the place to be. Come ready to engage, collaborate, and benefit from shared experiences and peer-driven learning. 

Does Older Adults’ Self-Regulation of Driving Improve Safety?  An Examination of Objective and Subjective Driving Patterns in the AAA LongROAD Study
Self-Study | 1 ADED Contact Hour | Members $25 / Non-Members $50

This self-study requires participants to download a research brief, read it and then successfully complete a quiz scoring 75% or higher (3 attempts are given). 
This self-study must be completed within 6 months of purchase. 

Does Older Adults’ Self-Regulation of Driving Improve Safety? An Examination of Objective and Subjective Driving Patterns in the AAA LongROAD Study

Svancara, A. M., Kasha, A., Arnold, L. S., & Yang, C. Y. D. (2024). Does Self-Regulation of Older Adults’ Driving Improve Safety? An Examination of Objective Driving Patterns in the AAA LongROAD Study (Research Brief).
Washington, D.C.: AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety.

Abstract: Self-regulation is the act or process of modifying one’s driving in response to an awareness of one’s declining abilities. Two common forms are (1) strategic self-regulation, or decisions made prior to one’s actual driving, and (2) tactical self-regulation, decisions made while driving in response to circumstances of the environment. Rapid Deceleration Events (RDEs), commonly known as hard braking events, are used as a proxy for unsafe driving. The present study assessed the relationship between strategic and tactical self-regulation of driving and RDEs and self-reported crashes. It was hypothesized that increasing levels of self-regulation would be associated with fewer RDEs and self-reported crashes. 

Learning Objectives:

• Describe the effects of older drivers’ self-regulation on safety
• Interpret the literature on safety outcomes related to tactical or strategic self-regulation
• Develop a process for assessing and training older driver clients on implementation and practice of self-regulatory behaviors into daily driving habits
• Investigate if self-regulation is a factor that could influence or extend the safe mobility of older drivers

All sales are final. Refunds will not be granted. All complaints relative to the content and registration procedures are to be directed to the ADED executive office: 200 1st Ave NW #505 Hickory NC 28601 or via email eLearning@aded.net|
*Current CDRS' & DRPs please refer to policy 403 for educational activity and contact hour information. Attendance for the entire session is required to earn ADED Contact Hours. 

Vision Badge Level 2 

$250 Members | $500 Non-Members | 10 ADED Contact Hours | Completion of the Vision Badge Level 1 Required
Online, on-demand, all education and quizzes are included in this purchase. Click here for the matrix

To earn the badge, the participant must successfully complete all coursework and knowledge checks and score 75% or better for quiz components.

You have 6 months from the date of purchase to complete all items and earn your badge. For proper function and the best experience, please review the FAQs and technology requirements https://elearning.aded.net/faq... 

Important Instructions for completing this course and earning your badge:  

Some devices, browsers or browser extensions might interfere with SCORM completion tracking. Please use a laptop or computer (not a phone or tablet) and Google Chrome to access this course. You must enable pop-ups and disable any ad-blockers or scripts that might interfere with the course content.

If the user navigates away from the course or opens additional windows for multi-tasking after starting the course, the connection might be broken, and progress might not be tracked. Please ensure your full attention to the course and all its content and when you need to exit, be sure you properly close the tab and log out of eLearning. 

The vision badge is a succession of badges focused on complex factors related to anatomy of the eye, functional vision and the impact of vision and common impairments on driving fitness. The badges are structured to provide an overview with increased complexity and application for the driver instructor/educator and/or health care professional. The succession of badges need to be taken in order and all individuals wishing to take Level 2 must have completed Level 1.

The Level 2 (Intermediate) Badge provides an overview of a comprehensive vision evaluation, geared toward an understanding of medical conditions, visual function, and visual processing. This evaluation must also include assessment of cognitive abilities including insight into impairment(s) and learning potential to compensate for limitations in functional vision. This level requires competence in medical disease/injuries and comprehensive understanding of clinical vision evaluation/assessment tools. Click here for the matrix. 

Prerequisites This badge requires participants to have completed Vision Badge Level 1 AND possess current state registration as an allied health professional. Health related degrees include Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, Kinesiotherapy, Speech Language Pathology, Therapeutic Recreational Therapy, Nursing, and Exercise Physiology. (Verification required via upload of current state registration/license).

Upon completion of the Level 2 (Intermediate) Badge, the attendee will consume education on the following competencies and through knowledge checks have an understanding of:

• Client Intake: Advanced knowledge of disease, injury/age related conditions; Vision history; Ophthalmologic tests and interpretation
  
• Vision Terminology: Understanding of complexity of vision/eye anatomy
• Visual Impairments: Eye diseases/injuries; Management; Pharmacology
• Clinical cognitive/ visual Screening: Visual acuity; Contrast sensitivity; Oculomotor function; saccades, scanning; Depth Perception; Peripheral vision; Visual field assessment. Neck Flexibility. Cognition: Insight; Memory; Carry over/learning
• Visual Perception Assessment and Impact on Driving Safety: Terminology; Assessment tools; Impact on driving safety; Compensatory strategies
• Behind the Wheel Assessment: Identify areas of impairments and potential driving risks; Adaptive equipment for driving controls (adaptive mirrors, technology); Identify need for final fitting appointment (with respect to adaptive driving controls)
• Training/Intervention: Awareness of medical conditions and impact on functional vision.; Creating an intervention plan; Intervention strategies
• Communication and Documentation: Must establish clear recommendations with respect to licensure and the evaluation results; Develop a comprehensive report indicating a client's needs with respect to driving restrictions and/or adaptive equipment (i.e., daylight driving only) 
• Driving recommendations, training, and resources/support: Knowledge of state and province vision requirements; Role of vision specialists for pre-driving vision training; Knowledge of alternative community transportation options 

The vision badge Level 2 holder will continuously strive to improve quality of services by doing the following:
• Remains current with relevant research and evidence related to vision and driver training needs
• Understands and complies with ADED Code of Ethics
• Understands and complies with ADED Best Practice Guidelines for the Delivery of Driver Rehabilitation Services

Registration confirmation and payment receipts are e-mailed to the attendee. Fees paid are non-refundable.  ADED reserves the right to modify content at any time. All complaints relative to the content, instructor, and registration procedures are to be directed to the ADED executive office: 200 1st Ave NW #505 Hickory NC 28601 or via email eLearning@aded.net

Current CDRS' & DRPs please refer to policy 403 for educational activity and maximum contact hours. 

ADED's Education Code of Conduct applies to this and all ADED education.