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Module 1

Ayres Sensory Integration Theory

The latest advancements in neuroscience support the application of the theory of sensory integration as an approach to dealing with children, adolescents, adults, and older adults. This module will provide the therapists with a theoretical basis for the application of the theory of sensory integration for clinical practice.

The focus of the first module will be on the theory of sensory integration, the central nervous system, the neuroscience of sensory systems, modulation, praxis, and the principles of evaluation and intervention in sensory integration. This online module provides in-depth lectures accompanied by supplemental videos and assignments to enhance your experience.

We strongly advise that prior to starting that you familiarize yourself with the seminal texts such as Ayres (2005) Sensory Integration and the Child, available through www.wpspublish.com.  Click here to view the suggested readings. 

  • Module 1 is open to all who wish to learn about ASI theory.

  • After the course, participants will be able to:

    1. Define scientific theory, model and frame of reference

    2. Recognize core principles and concepts of Ayres Sensory Integration® Theory

    3. Describe the common patterns of sensory integration dysfunction and their proposed neural correlations

    4. Describe the neurological structures and their functions involved in the process of sensory integration

    5. Describe the relationship between sensory integration and participation in everyday activities and occupations

    6. Describe the functional implications and occupational factors in relation to changes of sensory impairments

    7. Discuss the praxis and its role in performance and behavior

  • Learners must complete all M1 lessons, assignments and a final review quiz to fulfil the requirements for this module. Click here to view requirements and assignments for each CLASI module and the full CLASI Certificate in ASI program.

  • Susanne Smith Roley OTD, OTR/L, FAOTA is an occupational therapist with over 40 years of experience in pediatric practice, specializing in child development, sensory integration, learning difficulties, visual impairment, and autism. She obtained her BS in OT at Indiana University, her MS in Allied Health Sciences at Boston University, and her doctorate in occupational therapy (OTD) at the University of Southern California.

    Susanne is in private practice in Orange County, California serving children and families through evaluation and consultation services. She was certified in sensory integration in 1977, studied under Dr. A. Jean Ayres in 1981, and in 1998 co-founded and then directed the USC/WPS sensory integration certificate program for 14 years. She is currently the co-founder and president of the nonprofit organization, Collaborative for Leadership in Ayres Sensory Integration (CLASI), providing a sensory integration certificate education program, offered in many countries around the world.

    Susanne is a past chair of the Commission on Practice and the Sensory Integration Special Interest Section for AOTA and a contributing author of the Occupational Therapy Practice Framework Domain and Process, 2002 and 2008. She is an internationally recognized author and lecturer and co-editor of the books, Understanding the Nature of Sensory Integration with Diverse Populations and Sensory Integration: Applying Clinical Reasoning to Diverse Populations. She is a fellow of the AOTA and recipient of the AOTF Virginia Scardina Award of Excellence and AOTF A. Jean Ayres Award.

  • Module 1 provides 30 hours of training and offers 3.0 CEUs. CLASI is an approved provider of continuing education units (CEU) by the American Occupational Therapy Association.

  • Register for the online module and start the lessons immediately. The convenient program allows you to work through the lessons at your own pace.

    The online platform guides you through the lessons, supplemental videos, and assignments. The user-friendly system allows you to create your own account to manage all of your CLASI modules. You must have internet access that allows streaming to complete the lessons and must use an approved web browser. We recommend Safari, Microsoft Edge, Firefox or Google Chrome. Online lessons are available for one year from the date of purchase, allowing you to return to the content to review and refine your understanding.

U.S. and Canada participants can click below to register and view registration rates. U.S. and Canada participants can find bundle rate options here. Participants outside the U.S. should contact one of our international partners to register.

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Cancellation Policy (U.S. and Canada Locations): Refund or registration transfer may be possible depending on when cancellation notification is received. Read the full policy here. If CLASI is required to cancel the module, a full refund will be given.

Attendance Policy: Participants must complete all aspects of the modules and assignments to be eligible for a certificate of completion. Read the full policy here.

Please contact CLASI at info@cl-asi.org if you have any questions, concerns or special needs requests.

Module 1 provides 30 hours of training and offers 3.0 CEUs. CLASI is an approved provider of continuing education units (CEU) by the American Occupational Therapy Association.