Autism and Behavioural Sciences Certificate (164)
Description
Learn how behaviour analysis can be used to teach socially significant skills to improve quality of life for individuals with Autism and their families.
Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a neuro-developmental disorder that affects 1 in 66 individuals in Canada. ASD can affect the ability to communicate and interact socially. Those with ASD will often engage in repetitive/restricted behaviours. ASD is a spectrum therefore the degree to which an individual experiences these challenges will vary.
Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a neuro-developmental disorder that affects 1 in 66 individuals in Canada. ASD can affect the ability to communicate and interact socially. Those with ASD will often engage in repetitive/restricted behaviours. ASD is a spectrum therefore the degree to which an individual experiences these challenges will vary.
Admission and Registration
You must apply, and be accepted, to this program prior to registering for courses.
Domestic and International student admission requirements
- Minimum two-year College diploma or University degree
- Preference is given to applicants with Human Services, Psychology and Health Sciences Diplomas and Degrees
- Applicants should note that some employment opportunities require that certain physical standards must be met as a condition of employment.
- Access to a vehicle is required to travel to and from placements, and often throughout the day to travel to client homes.
- Fluency requirements must be met for applicants where English is their second language.
Semester 1 - Complete all 8 courses:
EDUC10030 Specialized Instructional Strategies
EDUC10031 Transition Planning and Implementation
EDUC10034 Ethics and Professionalism
HSCI10041 Autism - Introduction to Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
HSCI10042 Introduction to Applied Behaviour Analysis
WORK10151 Autism Behavioural Science Seminar 1
WORK10152 Field Placement Preparation
WORK10596 Field Placement
Semester 2 - Complete all 6 courses:
EDUC10028 Behavioural Skill Building
EDUC10029 Parent and Staff Training
HMNS10006 Treating Challenging Behaviour
HSCI10233 Applied Behaviour Analysis 2
WORK10020 Field Placement 2
WORK10145 Autism and Behavioural Science Field Seminar 2
WORK10020 Field Placement 2
WORK10145 Autism and Behavioural Science Field Seminar 2
Note: Check with the institution regarding start/end dates, prices, and delivery method. These may vary according to program, section, and/or semester.
Related Courses
- Behavioural Skill Building
- Parent and Staff Training
- Specialized Instructional Strategies
- Transition Planning and Implementation
- Ethics and Professionalism
- Treating Challenging Behaviour
- Autism - Introduction to Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
- Introduction to Applied Behaviour Analysis
- Autism and Behavioural Science Field Seminar 1
- Autism and Behavioural Science Field Seminar 2
- Field Placement
- Field Placement Preparation
- Applied Behaviour Analysis 2
Overview

- Institution: Mohawk College
- Program type: Graduate Certificate
- Language: English
- Program Code: 164
- Delivery Method: Blended/Hybrid Learning
Disclaimer:
Check with the institution regarding start/end dates, prices, and delivery method. These may vary according to program, section, and/or semester.
Check with the institution regarding start/end dates, prices, and delivery method. These may vary according to program, section, and/or semester.