Sensory Integration by CLASI®️
The leaders at CLASI have developed the Certificate in Ayres Sensory Integration (CASI) with an emphasis on optimal learning methods for the various types of content. Upon completion of the program, learners will critique, analyze, and use advanced theoretical-practical tools of assessment and intervention for best practice using ASI Theory and Practice.
Course Overview
Next Course: Abu Dhabi & Dubai | Starts Dec 10, 2024 (online + 8 days onsite)
With many decades of experience in continuing education in ASI, the leaders at CLASI have developed the Certificate in Ayres Sensory Integration (CASI) with an emphasis on optimal learning methods for the various types of content. The result is a six module hybrid program which provides the convenience of self-paced, online learning with onsite learning for hands-on concepts that are enhanced through mentored experiences and feedback.
Upon completion of the program, learners will critique, analyze, and use advanced theoretical-practical tools of assessment and intervention for best practice using ASI Theory and Practice
CLASI CASI Modules 1, 2, 4, and 5 are offered through online training, and Modules 3 and 6 are offered live in the UAE. Each module will provide 30 hours of training, including the assignments, for a total of 180 hours for the program. CLASI is an approved provider of continuing education units (CEU) by the American Occupational Therapy Association.
Course Instructors
Susanne Smith Roley OTD, OTR/L, FAOTA
Founding Partner
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.
Zoe Mailloux, OTD, OTR/L, FAOTA
Founding Partner
Zoe is a founding partner, alongside Susanne Smith Roley, of the Collaborative for Leadership in Ayres Sensory Integration (CLASI). She has participated in test development and clinical research related to sensory integrative dysfunction and autism and she was a research assistant to Dr. A. Jean Ayres from 1978 to 1984 during which time she was involved in many clinical and research projects with Dr. Ayres.
Zoe has more than 30 years of experience in non-profit management and she is currently an Adjunct Associate Professor in the Department of Occupational Therapy, Jefferson School of Health Professions at Thomas Jefferson University. She is also in private practice and consults on a variety of projects including program and professional development.
Zoe has published numerous journal articles and textbook chapters and has received a number of professional awards, including being named a fellow of AOTA in 1993. She also received an award of excellence from the Autism Research Foundation, the Wilma West Lectureship at the University of Southern California and the A. Jean Ayres Award, and the Virginia Scardina Award of Excellence from the American Occupational Therapy Foundation. Zoe is interested in innovative practice that will enhance life satisfaction in new and effective ways for children and their families.
Course Objective
This course is broken up into 6 Modules:
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Module 1 AYRES SENSORY INTEGRATION THEORY
After the course, participants will be able to:
Define scientific theory, model and frame of reference
Recognize core principles and concepts of Ayres Sensory Integration® Theory
Describe the common patterns of sensory integration dysfunction and their proposed neural correlations
Describe the neurological structures and their functions involved in the process of sensory integration
Describe the relationship between sensory integration and participation in everyday activities and occupations
Describe the functional implications and occupational factors in relation to changes of sensory impairments;
Discuss the praxis and its role in performance and behavior
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Module 2 COMPREHENSIVE ASSESSMENT IN ASI
After the course, participants will be able to:
Describe an assessment plan for a client
Describe the evaluations appropriate to assess ASI constructs in all areas
Analyze the psychometric strength of the evaluations
Reliably administer the EASI, SIPT, and SPM
Understand the constructs tested by sensory related measures
Design clinical observations of sensory integration constructs when standardized measures are not possible
Demonstrate competence in the application of clinical observations based on ASI
Identify whether an evaluation report meets the standard for structural elements on ASI Intervention Fidelity Measure
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Module 3 HANDS-ON COMPREHENSIVE ASSESSMENT IN AYRES SENSORY INTEGRATION
After the course, participants will be able to:
Describe an assessment plan for a client
Describe the evaluations appropriate to assess ASI constructs in all areas
Analyze the psychometric strength of the evaluations
Reliably administer the EASI, SIPT, and SPM
Understand the constructs tested by sensory related measures
Design clinical observations of sensory integration constructs when standardized measures are not possible
Demonstrate competence in the application of clinical observations based on ASI
Identify whether an evaluation report meets the standard for structural elements on ASI Intervention Fidelity Measure
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Module 4 CLINICAL REASONING USING ASI
After the course, participants will be able to:
Describe the patterns of sensory integration function and dysfunction
Analyze and interpret assessment results according to the patterns of SI function and dysfunction
Relate the data obtained through the application of the instruments with the difficulties of occupational performance of the individual
Identify client-centered goals and objectives from presenting concerns linked to the interpretation
Create the intervention plan based on the evaluation performed
Describe how the intervention will be conducted, as well as various contexts for children identified with sensory dysfunction
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Module 5 EVIDENCE-BASED ASI INTERVENTION INCLUDING FIDELITY TO INTERVENTION
After the course, participants will be able to:
Apply clinical reasoning in the design and implementation of intervention for individuals with sensory integration difficulties or dysfunction
Link the hypothesis from the assessment with therapeutic proximal goals toward meeting proximal, participation-related outcomes.
Use dynamic assessment while working with clients to refine the intervention during treatment
Name the process elements of the ASI Intervention Fidelity Measure
Describe the way in which the process elements interact during a direct intervention session
Explain the relationship between the activities and the facilitation of adaptive responses;
Explain the importance of the client’s motivation and active involvement during the intervention;
Discuss the benefits and limitations of ASI intervention with a wide variety of diagnostic groups, ages, and types of difficulties;
Demonstrate the way in which sensory strategies are implemented in various contexts, including the home, school, and the community
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Module 6 EVIDENCE-BASED ASI INTERVENTION HANDS-ON PRACTICE AND REVIEW
After the course, participants will be able to:
Apply clinical reasoning in the design and implementation of intervention for individuals with sensory integration difficulties or dysfunction
Link the hypothesis from assessment with therapeutic proximal goals toward meeting proximal, participation-related outcomes
Use dynamic assessment while working with clients to refine the intervention during treatment
Name the process elements of the ASI Intervention Fidelity Measure
Describe the ways in which the process elements interact during a direct intervention session
Explain the relationship between the activities and the facilitation of adaptive responses
Explain the importance of the client’s motivation and active involvement during the intervention
Discuss the benefits and limitations of ASI intervention with a wide variety of diagnostic groups, ages, and types of difficulties
Demonstrate the way in which sensory strategies are implemented in various contexts, including the home, school, and community.
Course Agenda
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