Hello! My name is Carly, I am an Independent OT that predominantly works with children and family's (a bit like outreach/but also some private clinic work) and the occasional Adolescent/Adult.
I have a keen interest in the Ayre's Framework and Sensory Integration Therapy and wish to begin the journey of completing the modules to become an SI Practitioner. However.... this is proving to be difficult to do here in Australia and I have had to reach out to International OT/Groups to gather information.
I looked into becoming certified in SI Theory and Practice Techniques but noticed that it has been discontinued, and there longer seems to be any training in the SIPT (Sensory Integration, Praxis Test)? There is discussion that I have heard and read, that there is no longer enough evidence to support this approach and this is why it is being discontinued.
I have found that there seems to be a shift of focus to Motor Learning Theory due to its high evidence base and that SI, even though its increasing popularity states otherwise is taking a backbench whilst more literature and studies are being done to develop valid and reliable assessment/evaluation tools.
I have recently stumbled upon the SI Network that delivers the SI Modular Pathway online which is Ayre's Sensory Integration Therapy Practitioner Training delivered in collaboration with the Ulster University Health Science School in the UK.
1. I would like to know if anyone has had experience/completing these modules online in Australia (or abroad) or if anyone has information relating to the quality of this training ie: Is it recognized here?
2. I would like to link in with like minded practitioners because I am seeking answers on how I can build and develop my expertise in the area of SI and create discussion on this topic.
3. I am aware of the Ayres SI 2020 Vision and would like to make connections with those involved and therapists that currently deliver SI Therapy both in Australia and OS.
Warm Regards
Carly Treloar
Hi Carly,
I would contact the Sensory Integration Education if I was you; I don't see any reason why you couldn't do the modules online from another country. I know they are rather expensive but a few people I work with have done some, if not all of them, and they're very much worth it with the skills you acquire!
Kind Regards
Laura