Are you passionate about helping individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) to achieve their potential and gain greater independence? As a Behavioural Technician/Therapist you have expertise in the principles of Applied Behaviour Analysis and the skills to work with individuals with ASD in therapeutic and school-based settings.
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Course Highlights
Develop an understanding of evidence-based practices for individuals with autism and how to design, implement and evaluate programs and intervention plans.
Over 350 hours of field placement experience supported by a field placement officer.
Access to iBooks and applications that support classroom theory and field placement.
Graduates meet the coursework requirements to take the Behaviour Analyst Certification Board Inc. (BACB) Board Certified Assistant Behaviour Analyst (BCaBA) Examination. Note: applicants must meet additional requirements to qualify.
Certification in non-violent crisis intervention is available.
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Curriculum
Term 1
Introduction to Applied Behavioural Analysis
Introduction to Autism Spectrum Disorder
Specialized Instructional Strategies
Working with Families and Teams
Ethics and Professionalism
Field Placement I
Term 2
Parent and Staff Training
Behavioural Skill Building
Treating Challenging Behaviours
Transition Planning and Implementation
Field Placement II
Careers
Graduates will work predominantly with individuals with ASD as Behavioural Technicians in therapeutic and educational environments as part of a treatment team supervised by a Behaviour Analyst and/or Psychologist.
Community or private applied behaviour analysis or intensive behaviour intervention agency
Working in a home-based setting, working with families or parent training
Organization that serves individuals with ASD
School board
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