The Course
Instructional methods: On-demand course (independent) with lecture and case examples.
Access date: This course will be available for AOTA approved continuing education starting on June 1, 2025, and will be updated at least every three years.
Accessibility: Courses are closed captioned. For additional accessibility needs email [email protected] at least 14 days prior to the course.
Cancellation Policy: Cancellations may be made for a full refund if the participant has not logged in for the course. No refunds will be available if the participant has logged in to access the course. Cancelation by the provider will result in a full refund for participants.
Contact: Piller Child Development, LLC
What you will learn
Learning Objectives:
- Participants will explain each of the sensory systems and describe the processes involved in sensory processing, including how the brain interprets and responds to sensory information.
- Participants will identify the characteristics of sensory processing differences including reactivity, discrimination, and sensory-motor, explain their impact on daily functioning, and identify strategies for assessment and intervention.
- Participants will explain how sensory processing influences levels of arousal and regulation and describe the relationship between sensory input, the nervous system, and behavioral responses.
This course is eligible for 0.5 contact hours (0.05 CEUs).
Successful Completion of Course:
The following criteria will determine satisfactory completion of the course:
- Attendance to the entire length of the course is evidenced by database logs. No partial credit will be awarded.
- Successful completion of post-course quiz on learning objectives with at least 80% of answers correct.
- Completion of post-course survey
After successful completion of the steps above, your certificate will be available on your learner profile.
Time-Ordered Agenda
0:00-3:00: Introduction to the course
3:01-15:14: Overview of sensory systems and impact on occupation
15:15- 28:45: Overview of sensory processing differences and how they may impact participation
28:46- 34:23: Addressing sensory processing differences using sensory integration techniques
34:23-37:00: Post assessment quiz
Aimee Piller, PhD, OTR/L, BCP, FAOTA
Instructor Bio
Dr. Piller is the owner and director of Piller Child Development, an outpatient pediatric therapy company with three locations in the greater Phoenix area. She has advanced training in sensory integration and also specializes in feeding therapy. She received her masters in occupational therapy from Temple University and her PhD in occupational therapy from Texas Woman’s University. She has her board certification in pediatrics from the American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA) and is also a fellow of AOTA.
Instructor Disclosures:
Financial: Dr Piller is owner and receives a salary from of Piller Child Development, LLC. She is the co-author of the Teen Anxiety Program.
Non Financial: Dr Piller volunteers with American Occupational Therapy Association and the American Occupational Therapy Foundation.
Introduction to Sensory Integration: Part Two
Provides a focus on sensory integration and processing differences in modulation, reactivity, and discrimination.
Introduction to Sensory Integration: Part Three
Provides a focus on sensory integration and processing differences related to postural control and praxis.
Introduction to Sensory Integration: Part Four
Provides a focus on sensory integration and processing to facilitate adaptive responses, engagement, and participation.
Piller Child Development, LLC is an AOTA Approved Provider of professional development ID# 000001367. Course approval ID# 12606 . This distance learning- independent activity is offered at 0.05 CEUs, introductory level, OT Service Delivery and Foundational Knowledge. The assignment of AOTA CEUs does not imply endorsement of specific course content, products, or clinical procedures by AOTA.
