BEHAVIOURAL INTERVENTION & AUTISM PROGRAMMING LESSEN THE IMPACT WITH EVIDENCE-BASED PRACTICES

TOGETHER WE CAN MAKE A DIFFERENCE

There is a significant need for intervention services for children, adolescents, and adults with behavioural disorders. As a result, persons with behavioural intervention skills are in high demand. UNB CEL provides programs to help fill the gap. Our programs are available to anyone working with or caring for individuals diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) or other behaviour disorders. Whether you’re a front-line practitioner, a health-care professional, a student seeking a career in a human services field, or a parent, our programs will help you provide more effective support.

AUTISM SUPPORT TRAINING PROGRAM Over the course of 6 months, on a part-time basis, you will learn evidence-based treatment for individuals diagnosed with an ASD. This intensive program will show you how to: • Apply more effective interventions and enhance your ability to modify the behaviour of children with behavioural challenges • Become empowered to make informed decisions and nurture collaborative relationships

TOPICS

• Typical and Atypical Development • Medical Awareness • Applied Behavioural Analysis

• Behaviour Management • Proven ASD Treatment Strategies • Functional Behavioural Assessment

FORMAT

• Support Skills • Error Correction

Core Theory is offered through online instruction and lectures over 24 weeks. Core Practicum provides up to 10 days of hands-on training, working closely with autism professionals and instructors, and putting into practice the theories and skills learned online.

WHO SHOULD ATTEND?

Paraprofessionals who work with individuals diagnosed with autism including: community living and human services workers, counselors, daycare and group home workers, educators, medical professionals, nurses, occupational therapists, parents or caregivers, psychologists, and researchers. Participants will receive a certificate of proficiency upon completion.

APPLIED BEHAVIOUR ANALYSIS FOR PARENTS Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA) for Parents is suitable for those who care for children with intellectual disabilities, autism spectrum disorders, or general behavioural challenges. This program provides tools for managing the day-to-day demands that many caregivers face. Participants in the program will: • Learn new skills and apply them immediately • Work at your own pace with online prerecorded lectures • Have access to a trained facilitator through email for troubleshooting

COURSES

CAIS 9001 - Behaviour 101* CAIS 9002 - Reducing Challenging Behaviour CAIS 9003 - Teaching New Skills *Prerequisite for all remaining modules

CAIS 9004 - Feeding Difficulties CAIS 9005 - Functional Communication Training CAIS 9006 - Toilet Training

WHO SHOULD ENROL?

Family members and caregivers of children with behavioural challenges or special needs.

NEW! FETAL ALCOHOL SPECTRUM DISORDER TRAINING Approximately nine of every 1,000 children in Canada are born with FASD. One of the most critical issues currently facing Canada’s intervention sector is a shortage of skilled labour to fill the growing demand for FASD diagnosis, intervention, and support. This program is designed to provide participants with the essential skills to meet that need.

PROGRAM STRUCTURE

Theory: 12 weeks, 6 online modules Workshop: 3 days on-site (Day 3 of the workshop is open to the public.) Module 1 Module 2 Module 3

Introduction to FASD Intervention Community Systems

Module 4 Module 5 Module 6

Prevention, Economics, and Life Planning Diagnosis Components An Integrated Approach to FASD

A certificate of proficiency will be granted upon completion of the entire series.

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

Applicants must have an Early Childhood, Human Service Counsellor, or related college diploma or university degree or an equivalent combination of experience in a related field and applied training.

BEHAVIOURAL INTERVENTION WORKSHOP The Behavioural Intervention Workshop (BIW) is designed with the paraprofessional in mind. The goals are to give front-line workers theoretical and applied knowledge for working with individuals presenting with various challenging behaviours. Questions addressed by this workshop include: • • • • • •

What does a behaviour intervention approach entail? What process should I follow to change behaviours? How do I accurately assess behaviour? How can changing the environment change behaviours? How can I make desirable behaviours happen more often? How can I make undesirable behaviours happen less often?

Participants will receive a certificate of participation upon completion.

COURSE DESCRIPTIONS

Day 1 Will expose participants to the behavioural model and the process of behaviour change. Through a series of anecdotes, exercises, and presentations, participants will gain knowledge about the why’s and how’s of behavioural intervention and behavioural assessment. To conclude day 1 participants will be exposed to behaviour change procedures. Day 2 Will be focused on various strategies for increasing desirable and decreasing undesirable behaviours. Through case studies, exercises, anecdotes, and lectures participants will develop the skills necessary to successfully change behaviour and have the opportunity to design a behaviour change strategy for an individual they have identified from their place of work. Participants will work closely with the instructor and with each other to develop a behaviour change plan.

APPLIED BEHAVIOUR ANALYSIS CERTIFICATE PROGRAM A DEGREE CREDIT PROGRAM AVAILABLE THROUGH DISTANCE EDUCATION OR ON CAMPUS

UNB’s Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA) Certificate Program, offered through the Department of Psychology, provides students with specialized education and applied knowledge to conduct behavioural assessments and develop and implement behaviour change programs. • • •

Gain a solid understanding of the theory and principles underlying applied behaviour analysis Practice and apply knowledge through fieldwork by completing a hands-on practicum Learn from experienced Board Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBAs) with a diverse range of clinical and research expertise

The UNB ABA Certificate is the first program of its kind in Atlantic Canada that meets the coursework requirements needed to apply for the Behavior Analyst Certification Board®, Inc. (BACB®) Board Certified Assistant Behavior Analyst® (BCaBA®) examination. Upon successful completion, participants may be eligible to apply to write the exam to become certified. People who hold BCaBA® certification are much sought after by employers.

WHO SHOULD APPLY? • • •

Undergraduate students studying psychology or a related field Adult learners with a Bachelor’s degree working in intervention services seeking to enrich their skill sets Individuals seeking to enhance their career opportunities, which involve interacting with individuals with complex behavioural disorders

ADMISSION CRITERIA

• All interested candidates for courses must meet UNB admission requirements • Applicants must have completed or be working toward the completion of an undergraduate degree in Psychology or a related field

COURSES AND PRACTICUM

PSYC 2203 Foundations of Developmental Psychology PSYC 2613 Foundations of Learning PSYC 3213 Language Development PSYC 3325 Topics in Behaviour Assessment PSYC 3335 Topics in Behaviour Intervention PSYC 3345 Skills in Applied Behaviour Analysis

PSYC 3365 Topics in Behaviour Analysis: Ethical Considerations PSYC 3663 Applied Behaviour Analysis PSYC 3673 Advanced Applied Behaviour Analysis PSYC 4313 Applied Behaviour Analysis Practicum I PSYC 4323 Applied Behaviour Analysis Practicum II

To meet the diverse needs of students, the program provides two separate streams for practical experience: Full-time Practicum: Primarily for full-time, campus-based students 500-hour, full-time work placement Part-time Practicum: Designed for part-time adult learners and those studying through distance 1000-hour fieldwork, part-time

APPLICATION DEADLINE: MARCH 31

(Note: applications will continued to be accepted for this program following the application deadline provided space is available.)

BEHAVIOURAL INTERVENTION & AUTISM CUSTOMIZED NEEDS ANALYSIS AND CONTRACT TRAINING We can develop professional development and training programs based on your organization’s needs and deliver them in a format that is best suited to your trainees. Our programs are delivered through integrated teaching methods, including web-based training, hands-on practicum, and interactive workshops. UNB’s guiding principle is to provide an instructionally sound, flexible, and user-friendly teaching and learning solution, regardless of the format. We provide programs for the Saskatchewan Ministry of Health and for the Association Actions pour l’Autisme Asperger France.

University of New Brunswick 6 Duffie Drive P.O. Box 4400 Fredericton, NB Canada E3B 5A3 Behavioural Intervention & Autism Programming TEL 506 458-7843 TOLL FREE 1 866 599-4646 [email protected]

www.unb.ca/cel/intervention