POPARD is offering a pilot of a new course, Introduction to Applied Behaviour Analysis, Part 1: Instruction (ABA–01).

This course is offered to BC teachers, paraprofessionals, and other educational staff and parents.

overview

The course consists of 24 hours of instruction over a 4 day period, from 8:30 am–4:00 pm daily.
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 have the opportunity to practice teaching using discrete trial and task analysis formats. They will also see 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

when candidates complete the ABA course, they will be able to

• demonstrate an understanding of the ABC’s of behaviour
• demonstrate reinforcement strategies for students
• demonstrate using a Discrete Trial teaching format with a variety of curricula
• use Errorless Learning techniques within DTF instruction
• record the level of prompting for instruction when collecting data
• define Sd, R, C, and Prompts
• shape a behaviour or skill
• identify chaining strategies and prompting levels
• complete a task analysis and collect data for a task analysis
• identify naturalistic opportunities for instruction for students
• select appropriate ABA strategies and techniques to teach a variety of skills

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.

course tuition and administration fee

Employees of BC School Districts or Independent Schools following the BC Ministry of Education curriculum receive course tuition at no charge.

To waive tuition, the District Partner, District Administrator of Special Services, or School Principal must provide approval by signing a Tuition Waiver Form. Tuition fees for all other persons are in the amount of $300. A non-refundable administration fee is required for all POPARD courses. This fee covers a range of administrative, preparation, materials, and refreshment costs. Tuition and instructor costs are covered by POPARD and the Ministry of Education.

other details

Please check with your School District's Student Support Services Department to enquire about courses being held in your district.