CE Course 1 - Theoretical Foundations of Sensory Integration: From Theory to Identification
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:
Modules
Stefanie Bodison, OTD, PhD, OTR/L, FAOTA is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Occupational Therapy, College of Public Health and Health Professions, at the University of Florida. Dr. Bodison is an internationally renowned expert in sensory integration theory, assessment, and intervention. Her research program uses multimodal neuroimaging methods to investigate the neural correlates of somatosensory and vestibular processing as a foundation for the development of sensorimotor and social-emotional skills in neurotypically developing children and those with neurodevelopmental disorders. Dr. Bodison is a translational scientist with expertise in clinical trials methodology who is committed to mentoring the next generation of rehabilitation scientists. She has received research grants from the Department of Defense, the NIH National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism, and the Southern California Clinical Translational Science Institute to study developing sensorimotor networks in children with autism, prenatal alcohol exposure, and sensorineural hearing loss. The primary goal of Dr. Bodison’s research program is to elucidate sensory brain-behavior relationships to inform the development and refinement of rehabilitation interventions for children and adolescents. Dr. Bodison also has clinical expertise in the development of feeding and eating skills in very young children.
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# 17428 pending. This distance learning - Independent activity is offered at 3.0 CEUs, Intermediate, 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 Therapy1540 Alcazar St., CHP 133Los Angeles, CA 90089-9003Email: [email protected] | Telephone: 1-323-442-2850website: https://chan.usc.edu/
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I understand that the course ends on February 17, 2027 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.
Artificial intelligence (AI) tools may be used as learning aids in this course, provided they are used ethically and in accordance with academic integrity standards. Participants are responsible for verifying the accuracy of AI-generated content and for ensuring that all submitted work reflects their own understanding and professional judgment.
