Autism and Behavioural Science
Ontario College Graduate Certificate (164)
Fennell Campus, One yearStart 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
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
Note: Students may be required to complete various Immunizations and Disease Screening protocol required by some field placement agencies.
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
Program Learning Outcomes
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Program of Studies - for students starting Fall 2010
Click on the course title for a course description.
| Semester 1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Course # |
Course Title |
Hrs/Week | |
| CONF | 10004 | Non-violent Crisis Intervention | 1.00 |
| EDUC | 10030 | Specialized Instruction Strategies | 7.50 |
| EDUC | 10034 | Ethics & Professionalism | 3.33 |
| 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 | |||
| Course # |
Course Title |
Hrs/Week | |
| EDUC | 10028 | Behaviour Skill Building | 7.50 |
| EDUC | 10029 | Parent & Staff Training | 3.75 |
| EDUC | 10031 | Transition Planning & Implementation | 3.75 |
| HMNS | 10006 | Treating Challenging Behaviour | 5.00 |
| WORK | 10020 | Field Placement 2 | 35.00 |
Fast Facts
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Ministry of Training Colleges & Universities
Employment Profile 2007-2008 Graduates
www.edu.gov.on.ca/eng/document/serials/eprofile07-08
