CE Course 1 - Theoretical Foundations of Sensory Integration: From Theory to Identification

January 14 - February 18, 2026

About the Course 
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:

  • Identify the basic neurobehavioral principles underlying Ayres Sensory Integration® theory and intervention
  • Recognize key terms used in the field of Ayres sensory integration
  • Explain the specific contributions of individual sensory systems to human development and behavior
  • Describe the major types of sensory integration problems and identify strategies for helping children and families with these challenges:
    - Vestibular-proprioceptive problems
    - Perceptual problems
    - Sensory modulation problems
         - Praxis problems
  • Describe Ayres sensory integration intervention, including how this approach differs from other sensory interventions, and research evidence of its effectiveness 

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, PhD, OTR/L, FAOTA


Instructors subject to change 

Financial Disclosure: Instructor 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 your request to [email protected] at least four weeks prior to the course date and we will make every effort to be responsive to requests.

CEU Credit: This course is 30 contact hours. 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 live 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.


USC Chan Division of Occupational Science and Occupational Therapy
1540 Alcazar St., CHP 133
Los Angeles, CA 90089-9003
Email: [email protected] | Telephone: 1-323-442-2850
website: https://chan.usc.edu/

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I understand that the course ends on February 18, 2026 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.



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