1. Program Definition and Services 

Assistive Technology Services in Maryland provide support to individuals with disabilities to acquire, use, and maintain assistive technology devices. Services include: 

• Assistive technology assessment 

• Acquisition of assistive technology 

• Installation and instruction on use of assistive technology 

• Maintenance and repair of assistive technology 

• Training for individuals and caregivers 

• Coordination with other therapies and services 

2. Regulations 

The program is governed by COMAR 10.09.26.08-3 (Assistive Technology and Adaptive Equipment) and aligns with federal requirements under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). 

3. Licensing or Certification 

Providers must be appropriately licensed or certified by the Maryland Department of Health. This includes: 

• Organized Health Care Delivery Services providers 

• Assistive Technology Professionals 

4. Responsible State Agency 

The Maryland Department of Health, specifically the Developmental Disabilities Administration (DDA), oversees Assistive Technology Services. 

5. Application Process 

The application process is not explicitly detailed in the available results. Providers should contact the Maryland Department of Health's DDA for specific application procedures. 

6. Required Documentation 

Providers must maintain: 

• Licenses and credentials of all Assistive Technology professionals 

• Assistive Technology assessments 

• Service delivery documentation 

• Cost estimates for devices and services 

7. Timeline for Approval 

The available results do not provide a specific timeline for approval. Providers should contact the DDA for this information. 

8. Pre-Application Process 

There is no explicit mention of a pre-application process in the provided results. 

9. Pre-Application Training 

While specific pre-application training is not mentioned, providers must ensure staff meet the following requirements: 

• Speech-Language Pathologists must be licensed by the Maryland Board of Audiologists, Hearing Aid Dispensers & Speech-Language Pathologists 

• Occupational Therapists must be licensed by the Maryland Board of Occupational Therapy Practice 

• Assistive Technology Professionals must have certifications such as RESNA Assistive Technology Practitioner (ATP) or California State University Northridge (CSUN) Assistive Technology Applications Certificate 

10. Additional Notes 

• Assistive Technology Services are available through DDA-operated Medicaid Waiver programs or State funds 

• Prior authorization is required for devices and services costing $1,000 or more 

• Providers must explore and exhaust all other funding sources before accessing DDA funding 

• The Maryland Assistive Technology Guide provides strategies and considerations for integrating assistive technology in educational settings