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Diploma of Autism and Behavioural Science

Niagara College

Welland, Canada
1 year
English
On campus
Diploma

About the program

One-year graduate certificate in applied behaviour analysis for autism support.

Program highlights

Internship available: yes
Placement support: yes
Work during study: yes
Post-study work rights (0 year): yes
PR pathway friendly: no

What you will learn

Demonstrate applied knowledge and practical skills in Autism and Behavioural Science. Apply concepts related to two-term programme: introduction to applied behaviour analysis and to autism spectrum disorder in guided assignments and practical contexts. Communicate work appropriately and complete subject-relevant projects or assessments.

Career outcomes

ABA facilitator
Behavioural technician
Behavioural support worker
Educational assistant
Therapeutic respite worker

Curriculum

Two-term programme: introduction to applied behaviour analysis and to autism spectrum disorder
Specialised instructional strategies
Working with families and teams
Behavioural skill building
Assessment and intervention
Ethics
And two field placements (3 and 5 credits) supported by a placement officer.

Entry requirements

Academic

Ontario College Diploma (or equivalent) or bachelor's degree
In a related field for some programmes
Plus proof of English proficiency
Testing or supplemental evaluation may be required
Grade/context: Ontario College Diploma (or equivalent) or bachelor's degree
No minimum grade published
Most private-college credentials not accepted.

Accepted academic background

Two- or three-year college diploma or a bachelor's degree (Mental Health and Palliative Care - Multidiscipline: diploma or degree in nursing, For internationally trained nurses).

Language tests

IELTS 6.5
TOEFL iBT 85
PTE Academic 60
Duolingo 120
Cambridge 176

Documents you’ll need

Academic Transcripts
Previous Qualification Certificate
English Language Test Results (If Applicable).

How to apply

Check the programme and its intake on Program Availability. Apply online and pay the 150 CAD non-refundable application fee. Upload the post-secondary diploma or degree and transcript
Certified translations and language proof where required. Receive the Offer of Admission and pay the deposit shown on the Estimated Fees Invoice. Confirm the programme in MyNC to receive the Letter of Acceptance and Provincial Attestation Letter. Apply for the study permit
Pay first-term tuition and send the permit to the international team.

Other costs

Tuition per year	$17,550 CAD
Application fee	$150 CAD
Deposit	$1,000 CAD

Program details

Campus	Welland Campus
Faculty or school	School of Community Services
Department	Autism and Behavioural Science
Teaching language	English
Credit value	30
Study pace	Fixed
Post-study stay	0 year
Scholarship note	Niagara College publishes scholarships and awards for selected programs, Some are automatically considered while others require applications. International eligibility must be checked for the specific award.

Frequently asked questions

The program takes 1 year.