Graduate Certificate in Sensory Processing and Behavior

Here are the essential units for a Graduate Certificate in Sensory Processing and Behavior:

• Introduction to Sensory Processing and Behavior: This unit covers the fundamental concepts and theories related to sensory processing, sensory integration, and their impact on behavior.

• Sensory Systems and Sensory Processing Disorders: This unit explores the different sensory systems and their functions, as well as the various types and causes of sensory processing disorders.

• Assessment and Diagnosis of Sensory Processing Disorders: This unit teaches students how to evaluate and diagnose sensory processing disorders using standardized assessments and clinical observations.

• Intervention Strategies for Sensory Processing Disorders: This unit provides students with evidence-based intervention strategies to address sensory processing disorders, including sensory diets, environmental modifications, and sensory-based activities.

• Collaboration and Consultation in Sensory Processing and Behavior: This unit focuses on building effective communication and collaboration skills with families, educators, and other professionals to support individuals with sensory processing disorders.

• Ethical and Legal Issues in Sensory Processing and Behavior: This unit covers ethical and legal issues related to the assessment and intervention of sensory processing disorders, such as confidentiality, informed consent, and cultural competence.

• Research Methods in Sensory Processing and Behavior: This unit provides students with the knowledge and skills necessary to conduct research in sensory processing and behavior, including research design, data analysis, and interpretation of findings.

• Clinical Practice in Sensory Processing and Behavior: This unit offers students the opportunity to apply their knowledge and skills in a supervised clinical setting, working directly with individuals with sensory processing disorders and their families.