Introduction to Applied Behaviour Analysis
5-Day Virtual POPARD Course June 10-14, 2024 8:30am-4:00pm
Completion of this course provides the participant with an overview of ABA history and theory, with an emphasis on practical applications in school settings. Participants will learn how discrete trial and task analysis are carried out, and learn how ABA principles are applied to other teaching situations and to program development for students with autism spectrum disorders.
Goals of this course:
to learn basic ABA theory and definitions
to learn how to implement basic ABA instructional strategies and techniques
to learn how to collect reliable and consistent data when working with students
NOTE:This course will not qualify participants as a behavioural analyst, nor to act as a consultant. It will provide participants with the knowledge necessary to carry out behavioural programs with children under the direction of a school staff with experience in autism and relevant educational qualifications.
If you are looking for qualification in assessment and program design, then a rigorous program of training, supervision, and evaluation over time is required. For information on training and qualifications for Board Certified Behavior Analysts or for Board Certified Associate Behavior Analysts, see the Behaviour Analysis Certification Board at www.bacb.com.
Audience: This training is for employees of BC school districts, BC First Nations schools, and BC independent schools. This includes teachers, paraprofessionals, and other educational staff supporting students with ASD at any grade level (K-12) in developing their social, academic, and adaptive skills.
When June 10 - 14, 2024 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM
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For this course, you must have a laptop or desktop computer (equipped with functioning webcam & microphone), and a reliable internet connection (tablets / iPads / mobile phones are not acceptable)
Course materials will be mailed to you via canada Post (we will email you a few weeks prior to the start date to confirm your mailing address)
You will receive an important email 1 week before the course begins that will include: Canvas & Zoom information, and details on completing a mandatoryIntroductory Module in Canvas before the course begins (due date to complete will be in the email)
You must attend all sessions in full and complete all course work (certificate will be issued only to those who attend in full and complete all course work)
COURSE FEES, CANCELLATIONS, REFUNDS
Course fee for all participants: $50, payable upon registration
Cancellations: email training_lib@autismoutreach.ca if you have to cancel
Refunds: A refund will be issued if written notice of cancellation (via email to training_lib@autismoutreach) is received at least 4 weeks prior to the start of the course
Registrations are non-transferable (registration closes May 13 at 9am)
POPARD's ENGLISH LANGUAGE POLICY + OTHER POLICIES
Proficiency in English language is required for POPARD courses. You must be able to speak/comprehend and read/write English at a Grade 12 level or higher. Details of POPARD's training policies and terms can be foundhere.
PARTICIPANTS WITH DISABILITIES / ACCOMMODATION REQUESTS
Students with a disability that has been diagnosed by a qualified medical or psychology professional and are requesting an accommodation must submit a Request for Accommodation Form (form will open in a new window) by Monday April 29. POPARD will contact you to request supporting documentation and to determine what reasonable accommodations can be provided.
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