Theoretical Foundations of Sensory Integration: From Theory to Identification
January 22 - February 19, 2025
This course covers the basic neurobehavioral principles that undergird sensory integration theory. The specific contributions of individual sensory systems are examined in the context of everyday activities and occupations. Typical patterns of sensory integration dysfunction and their basic implications for intervention are discussed.
Learning Objectives:
Following the course, participants will be able to:
Modules
Module 1: Introduction, Neuroanatomical
Module 2: Sensory Modulation
Module 3: Sensory Integration and Praxis Tests (SIPT)
Module 4: Vestibular System
Module 5: Tactile System
Module 6: Somatosensory System - Proprioception
Module 7: Identification of Disorders in Sensory Integration
Module 8: Praxis
Module 9: Intervention Based on the Sensory Integration Theory
Instructor: Stefanie Bodison OTD, OTR/L, FAOTA*
*subject to change
Financial Disclosure: Presenter is receiving financial compensation from USC Chan for this course. Non-Financial Disclosure: No non-financial relationships to the content of this course.
Cancellation Policy: A refund, less $50 administrative fee, will be made if a cancellation notice is received 10 business days prior to the course start date. Cancellation by instructor/USC will result in full refund.
Audience: This course is designed for OTs and others as an introductory level course. This course is open to all who are interested.
Prerequisites: Basic working knowledge of neuroscience and neuroanatomy is assumed.
Special Needs Requests: If you require ADA accommodations, please email details of request(s) to [email protected] at least four weeks prior to the course date so that arrangements can be made.
CEU Credit: This course is 30 contact hours. Participants must login and logout of the online platform to access course material. Participants must complete course activities, quizzes, a post-test and course evaluation in order to receive a certificate of attendance. Certificates will be available within two - three weeks after the course end date.
USC Chan is an AOTA Approved Provider of professional development. PD activity approval ID# 03171. This distance learning-independent activity is offered at 3.0 CEUs, Introductory, OT Service Delivery. The assignment of AOTA CEUs does not imply endorsement of specific course content, products, or clinical procedures by AOTA.
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I understand that the course ends on February 19, 2025 and all modules are expected to be completed by that date. In the event of an extenuating circumstance during the course, please contact [email protected] as soon as possible.
I acknowledge the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools and applications for course assignments does not support the learning objectives of this course and is prohibited. Using it in any way for this course is a violation of the course’s expectations and is subject to removal from the course.
