Sensory Inclusion Facilitator Certificate

Sensory Processing Differences: Recognise, Support, Adapt

Become a Certified Sensory Inclusion Facilitator

Explore the foundational theory of Ayres Sensory IntegrationⓇ (ASI) and how to apply these principles alongside the Person, Environment, Occupation (PEO) model to better support individuals with sensory processing differences across the life span.

This Cohort Course includes 20 hours of content PLUS a Live 4 hour online Workshop with a Tutor, Online Discussion Group and Optional Assessment to qualify as a Sensory Inclusion Facilitator.

Once you have passed the assessment and become a Certified Sensory Inclusion Facilitator, you will be listed on our register.

Select Your Preferred Start Date

16 June 2025, 8 September 2025, 20 October 2025

Make Every Space More Supportive - One Sensory-Informed Step at a Time

Learn how to recognise sensory processing differences and adapt your environment and approach to better support the people you work with.

Complete the course, online workshop and assessment to become a Certified Sensory Inclusion Facilitator for only £295.

Sensory integration and processing...

...play a crucial role in how we focus, move, regulate emotions, and engage in daily life. When sensory processing does not work as expected, individuals may experience sensory sensitivities, difficulties with movement, or challenges in managing their emotions and behaviours. By understanding how sensory integration and processing works, we can better support individuals, adapting environments, activities and our approach to meet their sensory needs and improve their overall participation and well-being.

Why This Course?

If you're a health or care professional, you've likely worked with people who struggle with everyday activities — not because of a lack of motivation or ability, but because the task or environment doesn't match their sensory needs. This course helps you recognise those hidden sensory barriers — and make small, powerful changes that improve participation, comfort, and well-being.

Who's It For?

Anyone working in Health, Education, or Community Settings.

Occupational therapists and OT Assistants
Nurses
Speech and language therapists
Social workers
Support workers
Social prescribers
Psychologists
Physiotherapists
and more

What You'll Learn

Understand sensory processing differences and how they affect behaviour and engagement

Apply the Person-Environment-Occupation (PEO) model to your real-world practice
Use tools like the SIE Sensory Insight Questionnaire, SIE Observation Crib Sheet and the SIE Environmental Audit Tool
Make effective adaptations to support self-regulation, participation, and inclusion
Explore sensory needs across the life span and diverse settings
Advocate for sensory inclusion in your service or organisation

Become a Sensory Inclusion Facilitator

When you complete the course and pass the short online assessment, you’ll become a Certified Sensory Inclusion Facilitator — a new role created for professionals like you.

This certification demonstrates your ability to:

Recognise sensory processing differences
Understand their impact on daily life
Identify appropriate assessment tools and intervention approaches relevant to your professional setting, focusing on principles of the PEO model
Adapt tasks, environments, and your approach
Promote comfort, regulation, and participation

About the Live Online Workshop

Duration: 4 hours (with breaks)

Format: Online, facilitated by sensory integration specialists

What to Expect:

Recap and apply key course concepts
Discuss sensory processing in different populations
Work through your own case studies using the PEO model
Collaborate with peers and refine practical strategies

Take the Next Step in Your Professional Development

This course is ideal for health and care professionals looking to integrate sensory-informed approaches into their existing practice.

While it does not provide certification for full ASI practice, it equips participants with practical knowledge and skills to begin embedding sensory integration principles into assessments and interventions.

It also serves as a stepping stone to qualifying as a Sensory Integration Practitioner via our university-accredited postgraduate pathway, available to eligible professionals (OTs, SLTs, physios).

Full Access to 20-hours Online Course for 60 Days
Downloadable Tools Exclusive to SIE
Downloadable Suite of Case Studies
Live 4-Hour Online Workshop
Online Assessment
Tutor Support Through Online Discussion Forums, Activities and Live Online Workshop
Sensory Inclusion Facilitator Certificate on passing the Assessment

FAQ

Can I watch a recording of the workshop if I cannot attend on the day?

Yes, the core part of the workshop will be recorded and available to watch for the remainder of the course.
Tell me about the assessment.

At the end of each of the six sections, you'll find a short multiple-choice quiz based on the topic you've just covered. You can retake each quiz as many times as you need, but you'll need to score 100% to mark the assessment as complete.
How do I get my Certificate of Achievement?

Once you have completed all the course sections and passed the assessments, you will be able to download your Certificate of Achievement.
Do I need to attend the live online workshop to pass the assessment?

The live workshop will provide a great opportunity to discuss your own case study with the tutor and your peers in the group. However, if you cannot attend the live workshop, you will still be awarded the Certificate of Achievement if you complete the course content and pass the assessment questions.
How can I contact the Tutor?

Inside the course, you’ll find a Discussion link in the top right corner of the Activity sections. This is where you can chat with your tutor and connect with other students in your cohort. You will also meet the tutor in the live online workshop. You’ll also have the opportunity to ask the tutor questions during the live online workshop.
How long do I have access to the course content?

You’ll have access to the course content for 60 days. You can also download a PDF summary of the key points from each lesson, along with additional case studies and resources.

Developed by Our Expert Therapists

This Signature Series course has been expertly developed by our team of highly experienced occupational therapists who are advanced practitioners in sensory integration.

With decades of experience across public and private sector healthcare, schools, and community settings, they bring a wealth of practical knowledge and evidence-based strategies to support your learning. Their expertise ensures the course is grounded in real-world practice, empowering you to make meaningful changes in your professional or personal settings.