Occupational Therapists
Deepen your knowledge of multisensory stimulation and explore ways of integrating Snoezelen into intervention.
Professional Development
A course to understand Snoezelen, explore sensory processing and learn how to plan interventions suited to different audiences. In this 9-hour course, we will cover the fundamentals of Snoezelen, understand the basics of sensory processing, explore the different environments and materials, and learn how to structure intervention processes adapted to children, adults and older people.
This training is subject to a minimum number of registrations.
Overview
Snoezelen is a multisensory stimulation approach that aims to provide experiences tailored to each person’s characteristics, needs and goals.
More than simply providing stimuli, it is important to understand who is in front of us, what they are looking for, how they react and how we can create a meaningful and safe experience.
In this training, you will learn about the principles that underpin this approach and discover how to move from concepts to practice.
Throughout the training, you will explore:
The fundamentals of Snoezelen: Learn about the origins of Snoezelen, its principles and the foundations that guide the use of multisensory stimulation environments.
Sensory processing: Understand the basics of sensory processing and learn about the different sensory systems and their role in a person’s experience.
Materials and equipment: Learn about the main materials found in a multisensory stimulation room and understand the possibilities for using them.
Relationship and interaction: Understand why the relationship between professional and person is central to Snoezelen and how intervention should respect individual pace and responses.
Individual planning: Learn how to outline an individual Snoezelen process, considering the person’s characteristics, needs, goals and responses.
Technology as an enabler: Understand how technologies can help make everyday tasks easier and support participation and autonomy.
Snoezelen environments: Learn about different possible environments and understand how they can be used according to the intervention goals.
Different audiences: Explore the specificities of Snoezelen intervention with children and older adults, considering the characteristics and needs of each population.
By taking part in this training, you will have access to:
Certificate of participation
Proof of participation in the training.
Session documentation
Support materials to accompany the training and consolidate the content covered.
Deepen your knowledge of multisensory stimulation and explore ways of integrating Snoezelen into intervention.
Learn strategies for creating sensory experiences tailored to children’s needs and promoting more inclusive environments.
Discover the foundations of Snoezelen and understand how multisensory stimulation environments work and how they are used with different audiences.
Course programme
26 October · 18:00–21:00
Origin, concept and fundamentals of the Snoezelen approach;
Principles of sensory processing;
The different sensory systems and their influence on behaviour and wellbeing;
The relationship and interaction as fundamental elements in the Snoezelen approach.
27 October · 18:00–21:00
Materials and equipment in a multi-sensory stimulation room;
The different environments and possibilities for use in Snoezelen;
The assessment process;
Identification of individual needs and characteristics;
Selection of the most suitable stimuli and resources for each person.
28 October · 18:00–21:00
Principles of intervention in Snoezelen;
Outlining an individual process in Snoezelen;
Planning and structuring sessions;
Adapting the intervention to different needs and audiences;
Snoezelen beyond the multi-sensory stimulation room;
Application of the approach in different contexts, including children and older people.
Occupational Therapist, Snoezelen
Qualified in Occupational Therapy from the Porto School of Health. Professional experience in the areas of Multiple Disabilities, Intellectual Disability and Neurological Rehabilitation. Trainer in the area of Snoezelen.
This training is subject to a minimum number of registrations.
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