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Operation of a motor vehicle is a complex task requiring the interaction of several cognitive, sensory and physical systems. Coupled with the ever changing driving environment providing countless obstacles and hazardous, it is no wonder that at times it can overwhelm even the best vehicle operators. A person with a disability may find the odds much greater in becoming an efficient driver. Depending on the type of disability and its severity, these individuals may be precluded from the independence that personal transportation can provide in one’s life. Granting this opportunity to persons with disabilities is commonly the charge of Driver Rehabilitation Programs (DRP) and the Driver Rehabilitation Specialists (DRS). The effective provision of theses services can enhance an individual’s capacity to gain independence through mobility. Although formidable, many obstacles can be overcome through proper evaluation and training. Fortunately, advances in the field of driver rehabilitation and in mobility technology have brought the potential for driving to many, who just a few short years ago would have had few opportunities regarding personal transportation. Evaluation and training can be obtained through a comprehensive DRP, administered by individuals with expertise in this field, such as Certified Driver Rehabilitation Specialists (CDRS). These individuals are persons with this knowledge and expertise who have passed a certification examination and are required to remain abreast of current trends in the field in order to maintain their credentials. In order to successfully address the driving needs of individuals with disabilities, driver specialists must be capable of taking a skill or task, and breaking in down into simple, understandable components. They must also be capable of taking a raw talent and guiding this talent into becoming an accomplished performer. |
