Autism and Behavioural Sciences

Program Details

• CREDENTIAL Ontario College Graduate Certificate
• PROGRAM CODE 0632
• AREA OF INTEREST Community Services
• LOCATION Distance Education
• DURATION Up to 3 years

Overview

Start Dates & Ontario Colleges Program Codes:

• Fall, Winter & Spring starts (September, January & May) part-time & full-time, online: 0632

The Autism and Behavioural Sciences program will provide you with theory and hands-on experience to work with the principles and practices of Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA); specifically, in the application of ABA to Intensive Behavioural Intervention (IBI) with children with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD). The curriculum covers the range of evidence-based practices in autism treatment, the characteristics of ASD as well as child development and augmentative communication systems.

Admission Requirements:

A degree or diploma from an accredited university or college in the field of social services, community services, or health services program.
 

Employment Opportunities

As a graduate of the Autism and Behavioural Sciences program you will be qualified to work in autism services, children's services, education as well as in the private sector.

Courses

Semester 1

• OL 445           Introduction to Applied Behaviour Analysis                                
• OL 477           Working with Families & Teams                            
• OL 493           Ethics and Professionalism                        
• OL 497           Introduction to Autism Spectrum Disorder                                  
• OL 678           Specialized Instructor Strategies                          

Semester 2
           

• AU 505           Field Placement I                            
• AU 514           Field Placement II                           
• OL 495           Treating Challenging Behaviour                           
• OL 676           Behavioural Skills Building                        
• OL 677           Parent & Staff Training                               
• OL 679           Transition Planning and Implementation                         
   

Note: Check with the institution regarding start/end dates, prices, and delivery method. These may vary according to program, section, and/or semester.