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A new Wheelchair Service Provision - Basic Test was developed to measure wheelchair professional competency. The test is a valid tool, with a 70% pass score, and will be translated into multiple languages.

Keywords:
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Area of Science:

  • Rehabilitation Engineering
  • Health Professions Education
  • Assistive Technology

Background:

  • There is a lack of standardized methods to assess the competency of wheelchair service professionals globally.
  • The International Society of Wheelchair Professionals is developing a certification process for these professionals.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To develop and validate the Wheelchair Service Provision - Basic Test (WSP-BT) as a measure of basic competency.
  • To establish a preliminary step towards a formal certification process for wheelchair service professionals.

Main Methods:

  • Expert development of test items followed by rigorous alpha, beta, and pilot testing.
  • Validation focused on establishing a pass score, identifying language barriers, and confirming competency measurement.
  • Statistical analysis, including ANOVA, was used to evaluate test performance and identify influencing factors.

Main Results:

  • A pass score of 70% was established, with 135 questions accepted for the final test.
  • Language was found to significantly impact test scores (p=0.001), necessitating translation into UN official languages.
  • No significant difference in scores was found based on professional experience level.

Conclusions:

  • The Wheelchair Service Provision - Basic Test is a validated instrument for assessing basic competency in wheelchair service professionals.
  • Researchers recommend incorporating a skills assessment to further ensure the qualification of certified professionals.
  • The study highlights essential steps for contextually appropriate test development and validation in rehabilitation settings.