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Module 5

Evidence-based ASI Intervention Including Fidelity to Intervention

Module 5 provides the foundation knowledge and skills to evaluate ASI as an evidence-based method, or frame of reference, for intervention. The learner is introduced to the intervention principles of ASI and to the concept of “fidelity” to an intervention; specific instruction is provided about fidelity measures, in general, and the appropriate use of the Ayres Sensory Integration Fidelity Measure (ASIFM). Videotaped segments of intervention are featured to clearly identify the difference between ASI and other treatment methods and to show the structure and process of the intervention. Module 5 also focuses on intervention planning from assessment, formulating the proximal outcomes that guide the selection of therapeutic activities, and reaching and measuring distal participation-related outcomes.

  • Module 5 is open to all who wish to learn more about evidence-based manualized ASI Intervention. Module 5 is a prerequisite to Module 6.

  • After the course, participants will be able to:

    1. Apply clinical reasoning in the design and implementation of intervention for individuals with sensory integration difficulties or dysfunction

    2. Link the hypothesis from the assessment with therapeutic proximal goals toward meeting proximal, participation-related outcomes.

    3. Use dynamic assessment while working with clients to refine the intervention during treatment

    4. Name the process elements of the ASI Intervention Fidelity Measure

    5. Describe the way in which the process elements interact during a direct intervention session

    6. Explain the relationship between the activities and the facilitation of adaptive responses;

    7. Explain the importance of the client’s motivation and active involvement during the intervention;

    8. Discuss the benefits and limitations of ASI intervention with a wide variety of diagnostic groups, ages, and types of difficulties;

    9. Demonstrate the way in which sensory strategies are implemented in various contexts, including the home, school, and the community.

  • 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.

    Susanne 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 5 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.

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Module 5 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.