Course 2: Specialized Techniques for Measuring Sensory Integration

The "SIPT" course provides in-depth training in using and understanding measures of sensory integration. Emphasis is placed on learning to administer the Sensory Integration and Praxis Tests (SIPT) and related measures and on making accurate clinical observations. These measures are discussed relative to the functions they assess, presenting problems, and appropriate intervention.

Participants
Courses 2 and 3 are open to occupational therapists, physical therapists, speech and language pathologists, neuropsychologists, and physicians wishing to learn how to evaluate sensory integration and praxis and how to interpret these findings based on research for the purpose of planning intervention.

Learning Objectives
Following this course, participants will be able to:

• Demonstrate basic competency in administering the Sensory Integration and Praxis Tests
• Identify a variety of tests and observations that can be applied in diverse settings to assess sensory integration
• Describe the functional implications of the abilities assessed by the SIPT and related measures

Required Materials
Participants must bring the following to Course 2: SIPT Kit (Product No. W-260), a SIPT Manual (Product No. W-260M), and a continuously running stopwatch with a 30- or 60-second face. Two participants may share one Kit during the course. The SIPT Administration DVD (W-260DV) and Practice SIPT Materials are included in the fee for Course 2. All materials are available through WPS; click Occupational Therapy for a complete listing of sensory integration products.