Certification in administration and interpretation of the Sensory Integration and Praxis Tests.

This article was acceptedfor publication March 1, 1990. The Sensory Integration and Praxis Tests (SIPT) (Ayres, 1989) comprise 17 subtests revised from the Southern California Sensory Integration Tests (SCSIT) (Ayres, 1972) and supplemented with newly designed tests of practic ability. The credentialing process for clinical use of the SIPT is currently administered under the auspices of Sensory Integration International, Torrance, California. l This process involves a five-step sequence of course work and evaluation in which the participant (a) acquires knowledge of sensory integration theory, (b) becomes trained in the technical aspects of SIPT test administration, (c) obtains information that enables interpretation of SIPT results, (d) is observed by a qualified evaluator for testing proficiency, and (e) successfully completes an objective competency examination. Sensory Integration International first implemented the SIPT certification process in February 1986 with an updated sensory integration theory course, as the SIPT normative and validity data analyses were in their final stages. The first SIPT test administration course was held in the fall of 1986 and the first competency examination was given in spring 1989. In addition to sponsoring courses, Sensory Integration International has approved courses in three related areas (theory, test administration, and interpretation), which are offered by several universities across the country as part of their graduate occupational therapy programs. These courses may interest those who wish to obtain graduate credit for their certification studies. Sensory Integration International, however, does offer continuing education units for completion of their courses.