Autism and Behavioural Sciences Courses

Principles of Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA) is a scientific approach to understanding behaviour that is widely used to promote behaviour change in individuals with ASD. In addition to basic terminology, students learn when and how to use these strategies appropriately. Students also learn how to access and interpret journal publications in the field of autism and applied behaviour analysis. This course is potentially available for registration. PREREQUISITE: Acceptance into the Autism and Behavioural Science Graduate Certificate. Complete program application www.ontariocolleges.ca To request to register for this course contact [email protected]

This course presents students with theories, terminology, and applications underlying current approaches to teamwork and working with the families of children with autism spectrum disorders are explored. The focus is on effective collaboration with a multi-disciplinary team, which is essential to successful intensive behavioural intervention. Students develop the interpersonal, job-oriented skills necessary to problem-solve as team members in a flexible, empathetic, resourceful, and productive manner.. This course includes mandatory group work. We recommend viewing the course schedule immediately upon logging into the course to view course and group work requirements. This course is potentially available for registration. PREREQUISITE: Acceptance into the Autism and Behavioural Science Graduate Certificate. Complete program application www.ontariocolleges.ca To request to register for this course contact [email protected]

This course will introduce the foundations of ethical thinking and will review the different perspectives and rationale for ethical decision-making within a behavioural framework. Students will be introduced to professional codes of ethics that are essential for ethical practice. They will learn how to think critically and apply general ethical principles to particular situations through the use of case studies, practice vignettes, structured exercises and group discussions. This course will provide participant with the basis for developing ethical guidelines for practice, examining areas related to legislative acts, an overview of the BACB® guidelines of responsible conduct for a behaviour analyst and the ONTABA/ABA standards of practice. Students will also learn how to evaluate their own professional expertise and limitations for ongoing professional development planning. This course is potentially available for registration. PREREQUISITE: Acceptance into the Autism and Behavioural Science Graduate Certificate. Complete program application www.ontariocolleges.ca To request to register for this course contact [email protected]

Students learn about the neuro developmental and behavioural aspects of people with ASD; previously labelled as five different syndromes under the autism spectrum disorder umbrella. Students also learn about causes, symptoms, diagnostic tools, research-based interventions and cover Autism Spectrum Disorder from birth to adulthood. This course includes mandatory group work. We recommend viewing the course schedule immediately upon logging into the course to view course and group work requirements. This course is potentially available for registration. PREREQUISITE: Acceptance into the Autism and Behavioural Science Graduate Certificate. Complete program application www.ontariocolleges.ca To request to register for this course contact [email protected]

This course introduces the student to common evidence-based behavioural approaches applied in teaching individuals with autism new skills with an emphasis on strategies for teaching language, academic skills, activities of daily living, play skills, and social skills. Topics will be approached by providing the student with an understanding of the terms used, a description of the teaching techniques characterized in each of the modules (where applicable) and a basic understanding of the conceptual elements motivating the approaches. Topics will include traditional discrete trial training protocols, protocols developed based on Skinner's analysis of Verbal Behaviour, Precision Teaching, Direct Instruction, Pivotal Response Training, Augmentative and Alternative Communication and Incidental and Natural Environment Teaching. This course is potentially available for registration. PREREQUISITE: Acceptance into the Autism and Behavioural Science Graduate Certificate. Complete program application www.ontariocolleges.ca To request to register for this course contact [email protected]

This course will provide a practical opportunity to demonstrate some of the vocational outcomes below. The placement will consist of 140 hours of participation in an ABA/IBI program for children with ASD. The student will develop technical skills through application of their knowledge gained in the prerequisite courses. Students will also have the opportunity to observe and practice the ethical application of behavioural principles/techniques. Prerequisite: OL445, OL477l OL493, OL497, OL678

This course will provide a practical opportunity to demonstrate some of the vocational outcomes below. The placement will consist of 210 hours of participation in an ABA/IBI program for children with ASD. The student will further develop their technical skills through application of their knowledge gained in the prerequisite courses. In addition to implementing a further range of treatment plans, students will be required to critically evaluate ongoing interventions within the placement. Students will continue to have the opportunity to observe and practice the ethical application of behavioural principles/techniques. Prerequisite: OL445, OL477l OL493, OL497, OL678, Co-requisite: AU505.

In this course, the student will be introduced to a variety of procedures used to assess and treat challenging behaviours presented by individuals with autism / Autism Spectrum Disorder. The topics covered will include functional behavioural assessment and functional analysis and scientifically validated techniques for the treatment of challenging behaviours, e.g., stereotypy, pica, aggression, self-injury, etc. Emphases will be placed on ethical considerations such as the utilization of the least intrusive, least restrictive model and “effective treatment”. Techniques covered will include antecedent control strategies, schedules of reinforcement, extinction, differential reinforcement strategies, social stories, desensitization procedures, and decelerative procedures. PREREQUISITE: OL445 Introduction to Applied Behaviour Analysis. OL497 Intro to Autism Spectrum Disorder, OL678 Specialized Instructional Strategies, OL493 Ethics and Professionalism This course is potentially available for registration. PREREQUISITE: Acceptance into the Autism and Behavioural Science Graduate Certificate. Complete program application www.ontariocolleges.ca To request to register for this course contact [email protected]

A comprehensive review of procedures for choosing and organizing curriculum for individuals with autism of various ages is provided. Students review basic behaviour principles and teaching strategies. Emphasis is placed on curriculum development such as the utilization of the Assessment of Basic Language and Learning Skills-R (ABLLS-R). Curriculum development is discussed with an emphasis on speech and language, social and play skills, daily living skills, and inclusion into less restrictive environments. This course includes mandatory group work. We recommend viewing the course schedule immediately upon logging into the course to view course and group work requirements. PREREQUISITES: OL445 Intro to Applied Behaviour Anaylsis, OL497 Intro to Autism Spectrum Disorder and OL678 Specialized Instructor Strategies This course is potentially available for registration. PREREQUISITE: Acceptance into the Autism and Behavioural Science Graduate Certificate. Complete program application www.ontariocolleges.ca To request to register for this course contact [email protected]

This course introduces the student to techniques for training others specifically to implement behaviour change plans (technology transfer). Students will learn and practice techniques for individual and group presentation formats for the training of families or professionals. Students will also learn how to maintain procedural integrity, use performance feedback, evaluate the effects of training, and understand the challenges that may impact before, during and after mediator training. Emphasis will be placed on in-class presentations and role-play practice. This course includes mandatory group work. We recommend viewing the course schedule immediately upon logging into the course to view course and group work requirements. Prerequisite: OL497 Intro to Autism Spectrum Disorder, OL445 Intro Applied Behaviour Analysis and OL477 Working with Families and Teams. This course is potentially available for registration. PREREQUISITE: Acceptance into the Autism and Behavioural Science Graduate Certificate. Complete program application www.ontariocolleges.ca To request to register for this course contact [email protected]

This course will prepare the student for assisting in planning and mediating transitions for children with ASD within and across home, school and community settings. Topics will include models for effective transition planning, assessment and evaluation; understanding differing perspectives on transitions within and across environments; developing collaboration and relationship with parents and professionals; understanding transition practices and relevant legislation; and practice in the use of transition assessment and evaluation tools. This course includes mandatory group work. We recommend viewing the course schedule immediately upon logging into the course to view course and group work requirements. Prerequisites: OL497 Intro to Autism Spectrum Disorder, OL445 Intro to Applied Behaviour Analysis and OL493 Ethics and Professionalism This course is potentially available for registration. PREREQUISITE: Acceptance into the Autism and Behavioural Science Graduate Certificate. Complete program application www.ontariocolleges.ca To request to register for this course contact [email protected]