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Sheffield Hallam University: Advancing Practice Sensory Integration
| Institution | Sheffield Hallam University |
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| Department | College of Health Wellbeing and Life Sciences |
| Web | http://www.shu.ac.uk |
| Telephone | (+44) 0114 225 5533 |
| Study type | Taught |
MSc
Summary
Please check the Sheffield Hallam University website for the latest course information.
Course Summary
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Gain the knowledge and confidence to work in advanced sensory integration.
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See how your learning can contribute to the growing evidence base.
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Plan and implement a research study focused on sensory integration.
This course is available to occupational therapists, physiotherapists and speech & language therapists. You’ll gain the knowledge and skills to develop first as a practitioner in sensory integration – and then as an advanced practitioner.
For full details of course modules, assessments, and teaching methods, please visit the course page on our website: https://www.shu.ac.uk/Courses/Occupational-therapy/MSc-Advancing-Practice-Sensory-Integration/Distance-learning
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | Normally, applicants will hold a first degree or professional qualification in Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy or Speech and Language Therapy which is recognised in the UK. Equivalent, international academic and/or professional qualifications will be accepted. |
Summary
Please check the Sheffield Hallam University website for the latest course information.
Course Summary
-
Gain the knowledge and confidence to work in advanced sensory integration.
-
See how your learning can contribute to the growing evidence base.
-
Plan and implement a research study focused on sensory integration.
This course is available to occupational therapists, physiotherapists and speech & language therapists. You’ll gain the knowledge and skills to develop first as a practitioner in sensory integration – and then as an advanced practitioner.
For full details of course modules, assessments, and teaching methods, please visit the course page on our website: https://www.shu.ac.uk/Courses/Occupational-therapy/MSc-Advancing-Practice-Sensory-Integration/Distance-learning
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | Normally, applicants will hold a first degree or professional qualification in Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy or Speech and Language Therapy which is recognised in the UK. Equivalent, international academic and/or professional qualifications will be accepted. |
Summary
Please check the Sheffield Hallam University website for the latest information.
Course Summary
-
Gain the knowledge and confidence to work in advanced sensory integration.
-
See how your learning can contribute to the growing evidence base.
-
Plan and implement a research study focused on sensory integration.
This course is available to occupational therapists, physiotherapists and speech & language therapists. You’ll gain the knowledge and skills to develop first as a practitioner in sensory integration – and then as an advanced practitioner.
There are multiple intakes of each sensory integration module throughout the year – you can check start dates can on the Sensory Integration Education (SIE) website. You’re welcome discuss your most appropriate pattern of study, funding and study goals with the collaborative course lead Sarah Lacey (s.lacey@shu.ac.uk) or support@sensoryintegration.org.uk.
How You Learn
You’ll be part of an online community which is multi-disciplinary in nature and promotes peer and tutor support.
You learn through
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online presentations and lessons
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webinars
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independent study tasks
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online discussion boards and meetings
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online activities
In the research methods module, you’ll have access to a multi-disciplinary teaching team and an e-tutor. You’ll have your own research supervisor who will support you through your research dissertation – as well as access to a range of electronic resources.
Applied learning
Work placements
The postgraduate certificate and diploma include up to 60 clinical hours, which sit within the sensory integration modules. The clinical hours can be completed within your own workplace – or you can arrange to complete them in another suitable environment.
You’ll also be supported in clinical mentoring sessions to help you hone your clinical skills. Your mentor will be from the SIE register of clinical mentors – or from your workplace if you have a suitable mentor at work who’s an advanced practitioner in sensory integration. You’ll usually have around three hours of mentoring per module.
Networking opportunities
When you start the course you’ll become a member of SIE’s community of best practice – the Association of Sensory Integration Practitioners (ASIP).
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | Normally, applicants will hold a first degree or professional qualification in Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy or Speech and Language Therapy which is recognised in the UK. Equivalent, international academic and/or professional qualifications will be accepted. |
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