Title: Autism Intervener Certificate Training Program– Level 2:
Using the Principles of Applied Behaviour Analysis to Understand Behaviour and Teach New Skills
 Presenter: Susan Johnston, Training Institute Faculty, Geneva Centre for Autism
Date/Time:
December 2, 9, 16, January 6, 13, 20 (5:30-8:00pm)
Note:
- This is a six part certificate course (15 instructional hours).
- This course is limited to 20 participants.
Description:Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA) is an effective, evidence-based approach that provides a framework for understanding and changing behaviour and for teaching new skills. The principles of ABA are applicable to all people but have proven to be particularly beneficial for individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorders.
This course will build on the skills learned in the Autism Intervener Certificate Course – Level 1. Through article and video reviews, small and large group activities and discussions, practice, lecture and weekly assignments, participants will gain a thorough understanding of the principles of Applied Behaviour Analysis as they relate to teaching new skills and behaviours. This course will provide an in-depth examination of task analysis, modeling, shaping, prompting, reinforcement and generalization. In addition, participants will gain a fuller understanding of data collection including how to collect and review data as well as the role data plays in programming decisions.
To register in this Level 2 course, participants must have received an AIC Level 1 Certificate from Geneva Centre for Autism and currently work or live with an individual with an ASD.
To successfully complete this course, participants must attend all sessions and satisfactorily complete all assignments. Contingent upon this criteria, participants will receive a certificate stating that they have completed the Autism Intervener Certificate Course – Level 2: Using the Principles of Applied Behaviour Analysis to Understand Behaviour and Teach New Skills.
Non-Member fee:
- Professional $345.00
- Parent/Student $345.00
Member fee:
- Professional $270.00
- Parent/Student $270.00
Please note for all Certificate courses payment must accompany registration in order to guarantee your spot.
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