Assistive Technology Assessment & Sales

Provide assistive technology evaluations and equipment

Startup Cost
$40,000-$150,000
Difficulty
Advanced
Time to Profit
12-18 months
Profit Potential
$12,000-$58,000/month

Overview

AT specialists generate $150,000-$700,000 annually through assessments and equipment sales.

In 2025, technology enables independence for people with disabilities.

Services include assistive technology assessments ($500-$2,000), communication device evaluation and setup ($1,000-$15,000), environmental control systems ($500-$5,000), computer access technology ($200-$3,000), AT training and support, and insurance funding assistance.

Successful AT specialists assess individual needs, recommend appropriate technology, provide training and setup, work with funding sources, and enable independence through technology.

Schools and individuals as clients.

Marketing through schools, healthcare, disability services, and AT professionals.

Required Skills

  • Assistive Technology
  • Assessment Skills
  • Disability Knowledge
  • Technology Setup
  • Insurance/Funding
  • Training and Education

Pros and Cons

Pros

  • Technology enabling independence
  • Schools and services need AT
  • Assessment and equipment revenue
  • Meaningful helping work
  • Growing AT field

Cons

  • Need AT specialist certification
  • Complex funding and insurance
  • Equipment inventory investment
  • Keeping current with technology
  • Long funding approval processes

How to Get Started

  1. Get ATP (Assistive Technology Professional) certification
  2. Build AT assessment expertise
  3. Stock or source AT equipment
  4. Market to schools and disability services
  5. Conduct individual AT assessments
  6. Recommend and setup appropriate technology
  7. Provide training and ongoing support

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