USC Chan SI CE Certificate Program
The USC Sensory Integration Continuing Education (CE) Certificate Program provides an opportunity for practicing occupational therapists to acquire advanced knowledge in the theory, assessment, and intervention principles of sensory integration as originated by Dr. A. Jean Ayres. To obtain this CE Certificate, participants must complete 100 contact hours (10 CEUs) within the following CE courses.
USC will offer two full sessions of the course series each year, with CE Course 1 beginning in January and July. Foundational CE courses must be taken in sequential order, beginning with CE Course 1.
Please see below for the schedule of courses offered online, and click on the course titles for more information, including how to register.
We also maintain a schedule of courses offered in-person internationally.
Foundational CE Courses
CE Course 1 (30 hours)
Theoretical Foundations of Sensory Integration: From Theory to Identification
— Registration is open now for online, July 8 – August 12, 2026
— Registration for January 2027* opens in late July 2026
This course covers the basic neurobehavioral principles that undergird sensory integration theory. The specific contributions of individual sensory systems are examined in the context of everyday activities and occupations. Typical patterns of sensory integration dysfunction and their basic implications for intervention are discussed.
This course is open to all who are interested. Basic working knowledge of neuroanatomy is assumed.
Cost of Course
- Regular cost is US$990
- US$891 (10% discount) for AOTA members
Dates / Registration
Online, July 8 – August 12, 2026
CE Course 2 (21 hours)
Sensory Integration Evaluation and Clinical Reasoning
— Registration is open now for online, August 26 – September 30, 2026
— Registration for March 2027* opens in October 2026
This course is designed to provide participants with the knowledge needed to accurately assess sensory integration function and dysfunction in children. Participants will learn about a variety of assessment tools available to measure sensory integration dysfunction. Additionally, participants will use clinical observations and clinical reasoning to develop a comprehensive understanding of sensory differences across multiple clinical populations and the impact of these sensory differences on functional performance.
This course is open to occupational, physical, and speech therapists.
Cost of Course
- Regular cost is US$660
- US$594 (10% discount) for AOTA members
Dates / Registration
Online, August 26 – September 30, 2026
CE Course 3 (21 hours)
Sensory Integration Treatment: From Intervention to Participation
— Registration is open now for online, October 7 – November 4, 2026
— Registration for April 2027* opens in mid-October 2026
This course prepares participants to provide intervention using a sensory integration frame of reference. Strategies for intervention planning and clinical reasoning informed by sensory integration principles are discussed in depth. An overview of approaches to sensory integration intervention for a range of populations is explored.
This course is open to occupational, physical, and speech therapists.
Cost of Course
- Regular cost is US$660
- US$594 (10% discount) for AOTA members
Dates / Registration
Online, October 7 – November 4, 2026
CE Course 4 (28 hours)
Special Topics in Sensory Integration Intervention
— Registration is open now for online, November 18 – December 16, 2026
— Registration for May 2027* opens in December 2026
The Special Topics in Sensory Integration Intervention course is designed to explore the unique considerations and issues when working with specific populations or in specific practice settings. Topics covered include sensory integration for individuals on the autism spectrum, sensory integration in school-based settings, and sensory integration in early intervention.
This course is open to occupational, physical, and speech therapists.
Cost of Course
- Regular cost is US$990
- US$891 (10% discount) for AOTA members
- US$742 (25% discount) for participants who successfully completed one previous Special Topics course
- US$495 (50% discount) for participants who successfully completed two previous Special Topics courses
Dates / Registration
Online, November 18 – December 16, 2026
Specialty Collection
Refresher Course
Sensory Processing and Sensory Integration
— Dates to be announced
Therapists will deepen and refine their sensory integration (SI) and sensory processing knowledge while enhancing clinical reasoning and evidence-informed intervention strategies.
CEUs
Six contact hours
Cost of course
Dates / Registration
- Date/Time: Online, Date to be announced.
To receive notification when the new date is confirmed, please contact .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)
Sensory-Based Feeding and Eating Challenges
— Dates to be announced.
With the first foundational course completed (CE Course 1), participants have acquired a base of knowledge to understand, practice, and promote Ayres Sensory Integration. This course provides specialized instruction on identifying and treating clients who have feeding and eating challenges originating from problems with sensory integration.
Cost of course
- Regular cost is US$495
- US$445 (10% discount) for AOTA members
How to register
- Please contact .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) to be notified when new course dates are announced.
* Dates subject to change.
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