Sensory Processing Awareness with Griffin OT – Self-Paced: Key Information

  • 8 hours

  • £50

  • Includes Completion Certificate

Sensory Aware with GriffinOT – Self-Paced

Our flagship online sensory processing awareness training covers everything you ever wanted to know about Sensory Processing Disorder (SPD).  It will give you the knowledge and confidence you need to support sensory differences. By the end you will understand sensory behaviours and know which strategies you can use to support children to succeed.

The online format allows you to study in your own time, at your own pace, whether at home or work.  You will find this training helpful if you want to

  • understand the sensory behaviours you are observing

  • know that you’re doing everything you can do to help children with sensory needs

  • increase your confidence when using sensory supports

  • to increase your understanding sensory processing, sensory integration and autism

  • learn more about sensory issues like sensory sensitivity or sensory seeking

  • want a bank of sensory strategies and resources you can use

  • know how to use sensory strategies correctly and safely.

Who is the online SPD training course designed for?

  • SENCos wanting more information to support their staff

  • Teachers working with children or adults who have Sensory Processing Disorder or autism.

  • Teaching assistants wanting to learn how they can support students with sensory processing challenges in the classroom.

  • Parents of children with Sensory Processing Disorder or autism.

  • Health Professionals with limited or no knowledge about Sensory Processing Disorder.  This includes GPs, social workers, physiotherapists, psychologists and nurses wanting an introduction to Sensory Processing Disorder / Sensory Integration.

How will the online sensory processing training help me?

  • The training will give you more confidence when supporting children who experience sensory processing difficulties.

  • It will help you to understand why children with sensory issues react in the way that they do to sensory inputs.

  • You will understand what behaviours might have an underlying sensory trigger and why.

  • I’ll teach you what you can do to help children who experience sensory challenges, including those with autism.

  • There are checklists and audits to support review and risk assessments

If you want to hear from a teacher how the course has helped her, you can read Becky’s reflection here.

You will receive access within 1 hour of payment via email.  If you have planned to start the training on a specific day, it is highly recommended you purchase and activate the training a couple of days in advance to ensure you definitely have access on the day.

What topics will I learn about?

  • The eight senses and how they impact participation

  • How sensory processing impacts arousal and participation

  • Sensory responses like sensory seeking and sensitivity

  • Learn more about dyspraxia and how to help

  • Sensory processing and autism

  • How to use strategies and solutions to support sensory differences

  • How to evaluate if the sensory supports are helping

You will receive access within 1 hour of payment via email.  If you have planned to start the training on a specific day, it is highly recommended you purchase and activate the training a couple of days in advance to ensure you definitely have access on the day. Please note our minimum order for invoices is £200.

Our participant feedback speaks for itself!

Here’s  how participants have rated the content and quality of Sensory Processing with GriffinOT.   You can read the full impact report here.  The average score for content was 4.52/5.  And, the average score for quality was 4.47/5.

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Average rating for content in the course

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Average rating for quality of the course

Would you recommend the training?

When asked if they would recommend the training to others, 82% of participants rated the likelihood of recommending as 8 out of 10 or higher.

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Yes! I would highly recommend the training!

What Does the Online Sensory Processing Training Look Like?

Here’s an example video from the training.  It’s from module two which describes sensory input.  The training includes a mix of slides and Kim presenting.  There are handouts to download and additional links to other content to help with learning.

What’s in the different Levels?

The full list of topics is available here – Sensory Processing with GriffinOT

I will send an email containing an access link to the online sensory processing training within 48 hours of payment.

If you’re looking to purchase for multiple staff, I would recommend our school pricing.  Please note our minimum order for invoices is £200.

International Conversions

Approximate conversions  August 2022 USD $65 AUD $85 NZD $95 EUR €60.

Please note your bank card may add an international transaction fee and conversions rates continually change, you can check the most current rates at xe.com.

What are participants saying about Sensory Processing with GriffinOT?

Amazing training that you can do at your own pace. Really easy to navigate and easy to go back and watch videos again if you are unsure of anything. I love that it shows you your progress.

Children's Support Worker, UK

A comprehensive break down of everything sensory. This course takes you from zero to a hundred and explains everything along the way. I have so much knowledge now and feel ready to apply it all in the classroom.

Teacher, UK

“This introductory course to SPD is perfectly pitched: it deals with very complex concepts in a clear, direct way which is accessible to all. I will be adding the full course to my team’s CPD. Many thanks to GriffinOT”

SENCO, UK

“The material was clear and understandable, even being unfamiliar with certain terms prior to the course. The videos were engaging and real life examples aided in understanding the topic further.”

Teacher, UK

“I found this course really easy to follow and liked how you could stop and come back to the course over a period of time in order to complete it.”

Parent, USA

A clear and informative course. I learnt from every module, especially the neurology.  I highly recommend to anyone working in a special schools and ARPs, to have a more in depth understanding of our children. Thank you Kim, I thoroughly enjoyed the learning experience!

Teaching Assistant, UK

An excellent, user friendly course. Very informative and taught in small sections to help understanding. Would highly recommend to both parents and school staff.

Teaching Assistant, Ireland

Frequently Asked Questions – Sensory Processing with GriffinOT – Level 3?

Can I try before I buy?

You can join Level 1 for free.  This will show you what the training is like.

When will I receive access to the training?

You will receive access within 1 hour of payment via email.  If you have planned to start the training on a specific day, it is highly recommended you purchase and activate the training a couple of days in advance to ensure you definitely have access on the day.

Can I have an invoice?

We can issue invoices, but the minimum order is £200.

How long is the training?

  • Level 1 is 1 hour. Total = 1 hour.
  • Level 2 is a further 2 hours. Total = 3 hours.
  • Level 3 contains a further 4 hours of content. Total = 8 hours.

How long do I have access to the content?

Once enrolled you will have twelve months’ access to the course content.  Sometimes there are promotions with longer access periods, if you purchased during this time then you will have longer.

Do I have to start at Level 1?

Yes, I recommend completing Level 1 and 2 before continuing onto Level 3.  Levels 1 & 2 provide the foundation for Level 3.  Access to these levels is provided when you purchase Level 3.

Is there a completion certificate?

Yes, you will receive a certificate when you complete each Level.  You can include the certificate in your CPD folder.  There are also reflective workbooks which you can use throughout the online sensory processing training to enhance your learning.

Can I ask for a refund?

Kim is so confident that the training will help you that she offers a money back guarantee within the first 3 months of purchase.  Just send her an email to let her know why the training did not meet your needs.

How much does the online sensory processing training cost in a different currency?

You can use xe.com to convert UK£ into your own currency.  Your bank will likely charge a small fee as it will class as an international transaction.  Exchange rates constantly change so we advise that you check the rates when you are purchasing.

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