Introduction

Sensory integration is also known as sensory processing. It refers to the ability of our brain to recognise and respond to signals sent by our sensory system. Sensory integration plays an important role in a child's development of social-emotional, motor, cognitive and adaptive skills. Children can be hypo- or hyper-sensitive to sensory inputs. When children have difficulty processing and responding to sensory information, their ability to participate in daily activities can be affected. This course gives a quick overview of sensory integration, its impact on children with cerebral palsy, and common sensory processing challenges. It also provides suggestions for therapeutic interventions to enhance sensory processing.

Learning outcomes

At the end of this course you will be able to:

• discuss the key roles of the seven senses
• describe at least three potential reactions to sensory stimuli from a child with cerebral palsy and sensory processing deficits
• identify the key principles of sensory integration therapy and at least three examples of therapeutic interventions to enhance sensory processing

Target audience

This course is aimed at rehabilitation professionals, students and assistants including but not limited to Physiotherapists, Occupational Therapists, Speech and Language Therapists, Rehabilitation Doctors, Rehabilitation Nurses, Prosthetists, Orthotists, Psychologists, Audiologists, Dietetics, Social Workers. Community Health Workers, Nurses or Medical Doctors interested in this subject are also invited to participate.

Practicalities

• Availability - this course is online and can be completed on your own schedule.
• Hours of Learning - No deadlines are applied to this course and it can be started and completed in your own time according to your personal schedule. We expect the required elements to take around 1.5-2 hours depending on your schedule and learning style. Additionally there are many optional resources provided and if you choose to review these the course could take longer to complete.
• Types of Activities - This course includes instructional and/or practical videos, reading activities, AI supported learning activities, reflection, evaluation forms, a quiz and additional resources.
• Certificates - At the end of the course, when you have completed all of the required elements, you will be able to download a certificate of completion and 1.5 Plus points will be added to your personalised learning dashboard.

Instructor financial and non-financial disclosures

Nino Chumburidze: No relevant relationships disclosed by instructor.

Accessibility and Non-Discrimination Policy

Physiopedia Plus is committed to providing an inclusive and accessible learning environment for all participants. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, national origin, religion, sex, disability, military status, sexual orientation or age in any aspect of our continuing education services. We are dedicated to ensuring that all learners can fully participate in our programmes. Participants who require accommodations or have special needs are encouraged to contact us with details so that we can make all reasonable efforts to meet these requirements.