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Autism and Behavioural Science

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Program of Studies
Semester 1
CONF  10004  Non-violent Crisis Intervention  1.00 
EDUC  10030  Specialized Instruction Strategies 5.63 
EDUC 10034 Ethics & Professionalism 5.00
HMNS 10005 Working With Families & Teams 5.00
HSCI 10041 Autism - Intro to ASD 7.50
HSCI 10042 Intro - Applied Behaviour Analysis 5.00
WORK 10019 Field Placement 1 16.00
Semester 2
EDUC 10028 Behaviour Skill Building 5.63
EDUC 10029 Parent & Staff Training 5.63
EDUC 10031 Transition Planning & Implementation 3.75
HMNS  10006  Treating Challenging Behaviour 5.00 
WORK 10020 Field Placement 2 35.00
Ontario College Graduate Certificate (164)
Fennell Campus, One year
Start date: September

Highlights

  • Understand evidence-based treatments and how they are used to teach children with autism
  • Design, implement and evaluate behavioural strategies
  • Comprehend and respond to needs of family members; train caregivers to implement educational techniques with their children
  • Develop an understanding of the field of Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA); their principles and practice in the intensive Behaviour Intervention Application with children with autism
  • Develop a high degree of initiative with a high level of verbal and written communication skills
  • Complete two field placements in community settings, such as hospitals, clinics, classrooms or residential settings, to obtain real work experience

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Career Opportunities

Industries of Employment:

  • School Boards
  • Community Treatment Agencies
  • Hospital/Clinical Settings
  • Private Agencies or Independent Contractors
  • Family Homes

Occupational Categories:

  • Instructor Therapists
  • Behaviour Therapists

Admission Requirements

  • Minimum two-year college diploma or university degree
  • Preference given to applicants with Human Services, Health Sciences and Education Diplomas and Degrees (Candidates without the minimum educational requirements will not be considered)
  • Access to a vehicle is required for field placement

Fast Facts

  • 100% Student Satisfaction
  • 95% Graduate Employment Rate

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