Wheelchair Service Training Package - Basic level

Overview

It is estimated that more than 70 million people worldwide require wheelchairs, yet only 5-15% of people have access. To address this, WHO has developed a series of Wheelchair Service Training Packages. The purpose of the Basic level package (WSTPb) is to equip personnel with the knowledge and skills to provide a wheelchair for a child or adult who does not have postural support needs. The training package can also be used to support the integration of curriculum on wheelchairs into paramedical training programmes such as occupational therapy, prosthetics and orthotics, physiotherapy, and nursing.

How to use the materials

The package contains a trainer’s manual, participant reference manual, and workbook, as well as supporting forms and checklists, posters, and presentations. There is also a series of training videos that can be downloaded or accessed on YouTube. The materials may be adapted for local contexts, but following the lessons in sequential order is recommended respecting the timing allotted for each session.