Bachelor of Arts Degree in Applied Behaviour Analysis
New Degree Program: Bachelor of Arts in Applied Behaviour Analysis - Autism
The Bachelor of Arts Degree in Applied Behaviour Analysis - Autism is a unique degree program in British Columbia. At this time, it is the only baccalaureate program in Western Canada that blends rigorous academic training and professional supervised experience. This program has tremendous potential to improve the lives of families who are currently struggling to find competent professionals in the field of behaviour analysis. At present it is estimated that 1 in 150 children meet the criteria for Autism Spectrum Disorder and applied behaviour analysis is the only scientifically validated treatment that has been shown to be effective. Graduates of the program will have the requirements to become Assistant Behavior AnalystsTM and work in partnership with Board Certified Behavior AnalystsTM.
Application Requirements:
Associate of Arts Degree with a Concentration in Psychology (or equivalent);
Minimum GPA of 2.5; and
Good English language skills
Additional Information:
One page letter of interest;
one reference letter;
volunteer/work experience in ABA an asset.
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Bachelor of Arts in Applied Behaviour Analysis - Autism |
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Year 4 |
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Term 1
ABA 341 Principles of Applied Behaviour Analysis I:
Principles of Behaviour 3 cr
ABA 312 Single Subject Research Design & Statistics 3 cr
PSYC 201 Group Dynamics 3 cr
ABA 343 Ethics and Professional Standards 1.5 cr
ABA 344 Autism Spectrum Disorders -I 3 cr
ABA 309 Practicum I - Interventionist (30 hours) 1.5 cr
Term 2
ABA 342 Principles of Applied Behaviour Analysis II:
Procedures for Behaviour Change 3 cr
ABA 346 Autism Spectrum Disorders - II 3 cr
300 or 400 Level Elective (Excluding Psychology)** 3 cr
ABA 310 Practicum II - Interventionist (90 hours) 3 cr
ABA 325 Human Neuropsychology** 3 cr |
Term 1
ABA 410 Practicum III - Assistant Behavior Analyst TM12 cr (350 hours)
ABA 345 Assessment & Positive Behavioural Support 3 cr
Term 2
ABA 412 Directed Studies - Thesis Paper 3 cr
ABA 322 Developmental Psychopathology** 3 cr
PSYC 440 Contemporary Topics in Psychology** 3 cr
ABA 411 Practicum IV - Assistant Behavior AnalystTM 3 cr
(150 hours)
300 or 400 Level Elective (Excluding Psychology)** 3 cr
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** The intent is to develop a number of courses in these terms that could serve as electives for students. As Capilano University develops other degree programs this will expand the number of third and fourth year breadth courses available to students in the Social Sciences, Humanities and Pure & Applied Sciences. |
For Further Information:
Contact
Dr. Cara Zaskow
Applied Behaviour Analysis - Autism Department
Social Sciences Division, Capilano University
2055 Purcell Way, North Vancouver, BC
Canada V7J 3H5
Tel: 604.986.1911, Local 2464
E-mail: czaskow@capilanou.ca