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 July 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 describe the foundational concepts of sensory integration and explain how sensory-based motor disorders influence posture, balance, and motor function.
- Participants will analyze the role of vestibular and proprioceptive processing in postural control and identify how sensory processing challenges contribute to postural instability and motor difficulties.
- Participants will apply evidence-based strategies and therapeutic activities to support postural development, anti-gravity control, and motor coordination in individuals with sensory integration challenges.
This course is eligible for 1.0 contact hours (0.1 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
Video One:
Introduction 0:00-1:31
Postural difficulties 1:32-9:53
Treatment 9:54-14:05
Anti-gravity extension 14:06-18:34
Anti-gravity flexion 18:35-22:07
Other considerations 22:08-27:51
Video Two:
Introduction to praxis 0:00-8:03
Ideation 8:04-9:45
Bilateral coordination 9:46-14:39
Dyspraxis 14:40-18:13
Cognitive approaches 18:14-22:50
10 minutes are allotted for post-course assessment and feedback
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 One
Provides a focus on introducing sensory integration theory, the sensory systems, and general treatment principles.
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 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# 12921 . This distance learning- independent activity is offered at 0.1 CEUs, intermediate 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.