Recognise

Learn to recognise sensory processing differences and understand their impact on daily life.

Support

Support individuals in identifying their sensory preferences and developing strategies to enhance participation. Gain insight into your role within the multidisciplinary team (MDT) and understand when and how to refer to an Ayres Sensory Integration practitioner for further assessment or intervention.

Adapt

Identify appropriate assessment tools and intervention approaches relevant to your professional setting focusing on principles of the PEO model.

Do you work with...

...individuals whose behaviours change in new environments, becoming more withdrawn, agitated, or distressed?  Are ward staff, carers, or family members finding certain behaviours difficult to manage, or are they unsure of how to provide the right support at home, in care settings, or in the community?  These behaviours may be linked to sensory processing differences—the way the brain receives, organises and responds to sensory information.

Have you ever...

...worked with clients who seem overly sensitive to noise or textures, while others appear disconnected from their surroundings?  Perhaps you’ve supported individuals who struggle with focus in busy environments, have difficulty with everyday tasks like dressing or eating, or face challenges with movement and posture.

Sensory integration and processing...

...play a crucial role in how we focus, move, regulate emotions, and engage in daily life. When sensory processing does not work as expected, individuals may experience sensory sensitivities, difficulties with movement, or challenges in managing their emotions and behaviours. By understanding how sensory integration and processing works, professionals, carers, and families can better support individuals, adapting environments and activities to meet their sensory needs and improve their overall participation and well-being.

This course will enable you to...

Explain the eight sensory systems and how they help us understand and interact with the world. Understand how sensory integration works and why it’s essential for daily activities and wellbeing. Recognise sensory processing differences and how they can affect participation. Gain a basic understanding of the brain’s role in sensory processing, including key pathways and structures. Identify common challenges related to sensory processing and their impact on movement and behaviour. Use the Sensory Integration Education Sensory Insights Questionnaire to identify sensory preferences and areas for future support. Develop and apply practical strategies to support sensory processing, whether through activities, environmental changes, or task adaptations. Understand your role within a team when supporting individuals with sensory needs and know when to seek specialist advice from an Ayres Sensory Integration practitioner.

Developed By Our Expert Therapists

This Signature Series course has been expertly developed by our team of highly experienced occupational therapists who are advanced practitioners in sensory integration. With decades of experience across public and private sector healthcare, schools, and community settings, they bring a wealth of practical knowledge and evidence-based strategies to support your learning. Their expertise ensures the course is grounded in real-world practice, empowering you to make meaningful changes in your professional or personal settings.

Pre-Order Now and Save With Our Early Bird Offer - Self-Directed Learning Route OR  Join Our Cohort Version With Live Workshop and Optional Assessment

OPTION 1: Self-directed Course. Buy before 28 April 2025 for Early Bird Offer Price. Standard price will be £195. Course starts 28 April 2025 for 60-days' access. OPTION 2: £295. Cohort Version includes Course PLUS Live Workshop with Tutor, Online Discussion Group and Optional Assessment to qualify as a Sensory Inclusion Facilitator. Course access starts Monday 28 April 2025. Workshop on Friday 6 June 2025. (NB: As a Signature Series course, this course is not included in the Lifelong Learning Programme.)

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Who is This Course For?

This course is ideal for health care professionals looking to integrate sensory-informed approaches into their existing practice. While it does not provide certification for full ASI practice, it equips participants with practical knowledge and skills to begin embedding sensory integration principles into assessments and interventions. It also serves as a stepping stone for those interested in pursuing postgraduate training in sensory integration.