Education & Events
We have a range of training modules, presentations and webinars available to help improve and build on your understanding of assistive technology. If any of these are of interest to you, please register or email your interest to marketing@alliedmedical.co.nz.
All Education & Events
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Oceania Seating Symposium | Rotorua
- General Assistive Technology
- Live Event - Education
Oceania Seating Symposium | Rotorua
- General Assistive Technology
- Live Event - Education
Oceania Seating Symposium, 4–6 November 2025
📍 Energy Events Centre, Rotorua
Tuesday – 8:30am – 5:00pm
Wednesday – 8:30am – 5:00pm
Thursday – 8:30am – 3:00pm
We’re excited to be attending the 5th Oceania Seating Symposium (OSS), bringing together experts in wheeled mobility, seating, and postural care. This year's theme, "Whai Wāhi: Participation – An Expression of Self," highlights the role of assistive technology in fostering independence.
Join us for world-class seminars, networking, and the latest innovations in assistive technology.
09:00 AM
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03:00 PM
Show Your Ability 2025 | Palmerston North
- General Assistive Technology
- Live Event - Education
Show Your Ability 2025 | Palmerston North
- General Assistive Technology
- Live Event - Education
Show Your Ability | Palmerston North - Friday 14 March 2025 - 9am - 3pm
We are excited to be exhibiting at Show Your Ability Palmerston North, New Zealand’s premier disability and older person’s equipment expo, hosted at the Central Energy Trust Arena.
This annual event features over 50 of the nation’s most innovative and experienced equipment, support service, and information providers. It is the only opportunity for people with disabilities, their whānau (family), and health professionals to explore the entire range of assistive technology and equipment available in Aotearoa New Zealand.
The event is FREE to attend, and alongside the expo, a first-class seminar programme will attract a quality Allied Health audience, including key influencers within the disability sector, government, and private organisations.
09:00 AM
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03:00 PM
Show Your Ability 2025 | Hamilton
- General Assistive Technology
- Live Event - Education
Show Your Ability 2025 | Hamilton
- General Assistive Technology
- Live Event - Education
Show Your Ability | Hamilton - Wednesday 12 March 2025 - 9am - 3pm
We are excited to be exhibiting at Show Your Ability Hamilton, New Zealand’s premier disability and older person’s equipment expo, hosted at the Claudelands Events Centre.
This annual event features over 50 of the nation’s most innovative and experienced equipment, support service, and information providers. It is the only opportunity for people with disabilities, their whānau (family), and health professionals to explore the entire range of assistive technology and equipment available in Aotearoa New Zealand.
The event is FREE to attend, and alongside the expo, a first-class seminar programme will attract a quality Allied Health audience, including key influencers within the disability sector, government, and private organisations.
This module provides valuable understanding of diagnosing and addressing common and fundamental problems associated with powerchairs. Its central focus lies on power-related errors and tilt sensing capabilities found in VR2 and Q-logic electronics.
Please Note: AML Certified Modules are for Wheelchair Technicians and Subcontractors only.
Recording available on request. Please email marketing@alliedmedical.co.nz
Introduction to Stealth EPiC Seating
- webinar
- Seating and Positioning
- Clinical Webinar
Introduction to Stealth EPiC Seating
- webinar
- Seating and Positioning
- Clinical Webinar
Belt Mounting Angles to Maximise Pelvic Positioning
- webinar
- Seating and Positioning
- Clinical Webinar
Belt Mounting Angles to Maximise Pelvic Positioning
- webinar
- Seating and Positioning
- Clinical Webinar
Ki Mobility | Growing a Rogue XP Wheelchair
- webinar
- AML Certified
- Technical Webinar
Ki Mobility | Growing a Rogue XP Wheelchair
- webinar
- AML Certified
- Technical Webinar
In this module we will be covering a breakdown of the parts that are in the growth kit, and the process to go through to grow the chair. Also covered will be things to check when the growth is completed and the benefits of checking these after doing any adjustments on a chair. The team at Ki Mobility have put together some video’s especially for this presentation.
Please Note: AML Certified Modules are for Wheelchair Technicians and Subcontractors only.
Recording available on request. Please email marketing@alliedmedical.co.nz
Getting A Head Start: The Benefits of Early Intervention For Children With Motor Delay
- Paediatrics
- Clinical Webinar
Getting A Head Start: The Benefits of Early Intervention For Children With Motor Delay
- Paediatrics
- Clinical Webinar
Recap on Leckey's three part series with our physiotherapist Rebekah, that highlights the importance of early intervention for little ones.
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Part 1: In this session we'll discuss therapy methods for young kids with motor delays and explore the benefits of playing with children on their backs (supine). We'll share practical strategies for working on therapy goals with children of all abilities. |
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| Part 2: In this session, we'll look at the advantages of having children lie on their tummies (prone) and on their sides (side-lying). We'll then provide practical examples and ideas to help you encourage these positions. | Watch Recording |
| Part 3: In the final session, we'll tackle the more challenging positions of sitting and kneeling. We'll spend time discussing how to offer the right amount of support while still motivating children to develop their skills. | Watch Recording |
All Things P: A Three Part Webinar Series
- Paediatrics
- Clinical Webinar
All Things P: A Three Part Webinar Series
- Paediatrics
- Clinical Webinar
Looking for guidance while potty training children with additional needs?
Recap on Firefly's recent All Things P webinar series with Tasvi (Physiotherapist) and James (Occupational Therapist), for some practical strategies and a chance to ask questions to our experts!
| Pee, Poo & The Pelvic Floor: Tasvi will discuss all things ‘P’ related, how the body works and why position matters | |
| Potty Training: Tasvi and James will provide some step by step tips on how to toilet train children with additional needs. | Watch Recording |
| Perfecting the art and overcoming the challenges: Day to day challenges toilet training poses. Shannon, mum to Jaxon, joins to tell her story about toilet training and provide some real life insights. | Watch Recording |
In this new module, our team will give you an overview of the features of the Catalyst 5 and will cover topics such as adjusting castor angle, seat depth and seat height. We will also cover the different hanger and castor options, and recent changes to the Catalyst 5 side guards.
Please note: AML Certified Modules are for Wheelchair Technicians and Subcontractors only.
Recording available on request. Please email marketing@alliedmedical.co.nz
The Basic Programming component of this module covers the basics of powerchair programming, what you are trying to achieve and how to go about it. We will cover the VR2, Dynamic Shark and Q-Logic 2 controllers.
The AML ABC's component of the module will cover a wide variety of topics around working with Allied Medical and our products. We look at warranties, post-sale support, servicing options and go through how to use the Technical Resource Bank on our website.
Please Note: AML Certified Modules are for Wheelchair Technicians and Subcontractors only.
Recording available on request. Please email marketing@alliedmedical.co.nz
Our team will cover topics such as changing the centre of gravity, wheel camber, rear seat to floor height and seat to footrest heights. We will cover how much adjustment there is to change the front seat height, adjusting the seat depth and back cane height. We will also discuss the new style backrest Ki Mobility have rolled out, the differences this has from the old style that it replaces, and how to adjust both.
Please Note: AML Certified Modules are for Wheelchair Technicians and Subcontractors only.
Recording available on request. Please email marketing@alliedmedical.co.nz
This session looks at the Karma Flexx basics and configuration of the complex Karma Flexx. Our team will cover topics such as how to adjust the seating, axle plate positioning, setting up anti-tippers, changing back canes and much more.
Please Note: AML Certified Modules are for Wheelchair Technicians and Subcontractors only.
Recording available on request. Please email marketing@alliedmedical.co.nz
Bodypoint Webinar Anterior Supports
- Seating and Positioning
- Clinical Webinar
Bodypoint Webinar Anterior Supports
- Seating and Positioning
- Clinical Webinar
This webinar is on anterior supports looking at strategies for trunk scoliosis, obliquity and rotation as well as kyphosis, lordosis, and trunk instability. The emphasis is on Bodypoint products for pelvic and anterior positioning.
Recording available on request. Please email marketing@alliedmedical.co.nz.
Bodypoint Webinar Pelvic Positioning
- Seating and Positioning
- Clinical Webinar
Bodypoint Webinar Pelvic Positioning
- Seating and Positioning
- Clinical Webinar
This webinar from Bodypoint's Kathleen Simpson was on pelvic positioning - where secondary positioning starts once the primary surfaces are correct. This is important when the client has the right chair fitted with the right seat, back, and cushion but still has postural challenges. Kathleen will discuss strategies for belt angles to prevent sliding and posterior pelvic tilt, belt angles for asymmetric postures and anterior pelvic tilt.
Click here to view the recording.
Upcoming Education & Events
08:00 AM
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09:00 AM
An Introduction to Alternative Drive Controls
- webinar
- AML Certified
- Technical Webinar
An Introduction to Alternative Drive Controls
- webinar
- AML Certified
- Technical Webinar
This module focuses on setting up the i-drive Head Array and takes you through the various steps involved in setting this up on a powerchair equipped with Q-Logic 3. You will learn how to install i-drive, to connect i-Drive to Q-Logic 3, how to adjust the settings in Q-Logic 3 using Econ-W and how to make fine adjustments to the head array to suit the client’s needs.
The session will include time for Q & A and we will send you a complete pdf of the module after the session.
Please note AML Certified Modules are for Wheelchair Technicians and Subcontractors only.
The Q-Logic 3 modules will be spread over multiple sessions and will cover programming for powerchairs with Q-Logic 3, customising powerchairs to help clients get the most out of their device, using the ECON Eco System and troubleshooting as well as providing an in-depth product overview. This first session will focus on basic programming and how to utilise standard functions.
The session will include time for Q & A and we will send you a complete pdf of the module after the session.
Please note AML Certified Modules are for Wheelchair Technicians and Subcontractors only.
The Q-Logic 3 modules will be spread over multiple sessions and will cover programming for powerchairs with Q-Logic 3, customising powerchairs to help clients get the most out of their device, using the ECON Eco System and troubleshooting as well as providing an in-depth product overview. This is a follow on from Module 1 and you need to have attended or viewed the first module prior to attending this module. We will be building on what was covered in the first module, looking at more advanced programming options.
The session will include time for Q & A and we will send you a complete pdf of the module after the session.
Please note: AML Certified Modules are for Wheelchair Technicians and Subcontractors only.
09:00 AM
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03:00 PM
Show Your Ability 2025 | Hamilton
- General Assistive Technology
- Live Event - Education
Show Your Ability 2025 | Hamilton
- General Assistive Technology
- Live Event - Education
Show Your Ability | Hamilton - Wednesday 12 March 2025 - 9am - 3pm
We are excited to be exhibiting at Show Your Ability Hamilton, New Zealand’s premier disability and older person’s equipment expo, hosted at the Claudelands Events Centre.
This annual event features over 50 of the nation’s most innovative and experienced equipment, support service, and information providers. It is the only opportunity for people with disabilities, their whānau (family), and health professionals to explore the entire range of assistive technology and equipment available in Aotearoa New Zealand.
The event is FREE to attend, and alongside the expo, a first-class seminar programme will attract a quality Allied Health audience, including key influencers within the disability sector, government, and private organisations.
09:00 AM
-
03:00 PM
Show Your Ability 2025 | Palmerston North
- General Assistive Technology
- Live Event - Education
Show Your Ability 2025 | Palmerston North
- General Assistive Technology
- Live Event - Education
Show Your Ability | Palmerston North - Friday 14 March 2025 - 9am - 3pm
We are excited to be exhibiting at Show Your Ability Palmerston North, New Zealand’s premier disability and older person’s equipment expo, hosted at the Central Energy Trust Arena.
This annual event features over 50 of the nation’s most innovative and experienced equipment, support service, and information providers. It is the only opportunity for people with disabilities, their whānau (family), and health professionals to explore the entire range of assistive technology and equipment available in Aotearoa New Zealand.
The event is FREE to attend, and alongside the expo, a first-class seminar programme will attract a quality Allied Health audience, including key influencers within the disability sector, government, and private organisations.
08:30 AM
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03:00 PM
Oceania Seating Symposium | Rotorua
- General Assistive Technology
- Live Event - Education
Oceania Seating Symposium | Rotorua
- General Assistive Technology
- Live Event - Education
Oceania Seating Symposium, 4–6 November 2025
📍 Energy Events Centre, Rotorua
Tuesday – 8:30am – 5:00pm
Wednesday – 8:30am – 5:00pm
Thursday – 8:30am – 3:00pm
We’re excited to be attending the 5th Oceania Seating Symposium (OSS), bringing together experts in wheeled mobility, seating, and postural care. This year's theme, "Whai Wāhi: Participation – An Expression of Self," highlights the role of assistive technology in fostering independence.
Join us for world-class seminars, networking, and the latest innovations in assistive technology.