- Overview
- Tuition and Fees
- Admission
- Experience Learning
- Opportunities
- Program of Studies
- Additional Information
Program Highlights
Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a neuro-developmental disorder that affects 1 in 66 individual in Canada. ASD can affect an individual’s ability to communicate, socially interact and will often engage in repetitive/ restricted behaviours. ASD is a spectrum therefore the degree to which an individual experiences these challenges will vary.
What you'll learn
- Apply evidence-based treatments and how they are used to teach individuals with autism.
- Design, implement and evaluate treatment plans using behavioural strategies.
- Comprehend and respond to needs of family members.
- Train caregivers to implement techniques with their children.
- Develop an understanding of the field of Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA), in the intensive behaviour intervention application with children with autism.
Program Length
1 academic year (period of 8 months)
View the Exceptions Calendar for start dates and semester break information.
International Tuition and Fees
| Semester 1 | Semester 2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Total Tuition & Ancillary Fee | $8,600.00 | $8,600.00 |
| Co-op Fees | N/A | N/A |
Program Compulsory Fees | $108.00 | $0.00 |
| International Tax Recovery | $450.00 | $375.00 |
| Total International Charges Per Semester | $9,158.00 | $8,975.00 |
| Total 1st Year Fees | $18,133.00 | |
Admission
Domestic and International student admission requirements
- Minimum two-year College diploma or University degree
- Preference is given to applicants with Human Services, Psychology and Health Sciences Diplomas and Degrees
- Attendance at program orientations is strongly recommended
- Applicants should note that some employment opportunities require that certain physical standards must be met as a condition of employment
- Communicable disease screening and a police check are required to begin placement
- Proof of English proficiency for applicants where English is not their first language must be submitted to Ontario Colleges
- Fluency requirements must be met for applicants where English is their second language.
Language Requirements for International Students:
- See below for accepted equivalents for Grade 12 English:
- Successful completion of GAS-EAP (478) Program Level 8
- TOEFL minimum score of 560 (83 Internet based)
- or IELTS Academic minimum score of 6.5 overall with no band less than 6.0
- More information about acceptable certificates, can be found on the International Admission Requirements
Applicants whose first language is not English will be required to demonstrate proficiency in English. Options are available for mature applicants.
Experiential Learning
How you'll gain skills
- Experience two unpaid field placements totaling 320 hours.
- Experience interactive simulations, to further develop course concepts.
Field Placement
- Students will complete two field placements in community settings, such as hospitals, clinics, classrooms or residential settings, to obtain real work experience throughout Ontario
- Students participate in an unpaid field placement. Visit the Autism & Behavioural Science Field Placement page for additional information.
Opportunities
Mohawk Pathways
Mohawk offers a diverse range of programs to further your studies**: Students that graduate from any of the following Ontario College Diploma Intensive, Ontario College Diploma, Ontario College Advanced Diploma, and Ontario College Graduate Certificate programs are eligible to enroll into the Autism and Behavioural Science program:
- Early Childhood Education (Intensive)
- Educational Support (Intensive)
- Social Service Worker (Intensive)
- Recreation Therapy (Intensive)
- Early Childhood Education
- Educational Support
- Occupational Therapist Assistant and Physiotherapist Assistant
- Social Service Worker
- Recreation Therapy
- Child and Youth Care
- Brain Disorders Management
- Concurrent Disorders
- Mental Health and Disability Management
Graduates from the Autism and Behavioural Science program are eligible to enroll into the following Ontario College Graduate Certificate programs:
- Visit Pathways and Credit Transfer for degree completion opportunities outside of Ontario.
- See ONTransfer for additional opportunities at other colleges or universities in Ontario.
| Semester 1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Course # | Course Title | Hrs/Week | Total Hours |
| EDUC10030 | Specialized Instructional Strategies | 6.00 | 60.00 |
| EDUC10031 | Transition Planning and Implementation | 3.00 | 30.00 |
| EDUC10034 | Ethics and Professionalism | 3.00 | 30.00 |
| HSCI10041 | Autism - Introduction to Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) | 4.50 | 45.00 |
| HSCI10042 | Introduction to Applied Behaviour Analysis | 6.00 | 60.00 |
| WORK10151 | Autism Behavioural Science Seminar 1 | 3.00 | 12.00 |
| WORK10152 | Field Placement Preparation | 3.00 | 30.00 |
| WORK10596 | Field Placement | 31.50 | 126.00 |
| Semester 2 | |||
| Course # | Course Title | Hrs/Week | Total Hours |
| EDUC10028 | Behavioural Skill Building | 6.00 | 60.00 |
| EDUC10029 | Parent and Staff Training | 3.00 | 30.00 |
| HMNS10006 | Treating Challenging Behaviour | 4.50 | 45.00 |
| HSCI10233 | Applied Behaviour Analysis 2 | 4.50 | 45.00 |
| WORK10020 | Field Placement 2 | 32.66 | 195.96 |
| WORK10145 | Autism and Behavioural Science Field Seminar 2 | 2.00 | 32.00 |
Learning Outcomes
Program Learning Outcomes, often referred to as ‘Program Standards', set out the essential learning that a student must achieve before being deemed ready to graduate.
In many cases these program learning outcomes were developed by the Ministry of Colleges and Universities (MCU) in consultation with employers and educators who are experts in the program field. To ensure the outcomes remain current and in line with industry needs, we invite our employers, graduates working in the field and current students to re-examine and update them during regular, ongoing program review focus groups.
- Overview
- Tuition and Fees
- Admission
- Experience Learning
- Opportunities
- Program of Studies
- Additional Information
Program Highlights
Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a neuro-developmental disorder that affects 1 in 66 individual in Canada. ASD can affect an individual’s ability to communicate, socially interact and will often engage in repetitive/ restricted behaviours. ASD is a spectrum therefore the degree to which an individual experiences these challenges will vary.
What you'll learn
- Apply evidence-based treatments and how they are used to teach individuals with autism.
- Design, implement and evaluate treatment plans using behavioural strategies.
- Comprehend and respond to needs of family members.
- Train caregivers to implement techniques with their children.
- Develop an understanding of the field of Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA), in the intensive behaviour intervention application with children with autism.
Program Length
1 academic year (period of 8 months)
View the Exceptions Calendar for start dates and semester break information.
International Tuition and Fees
| Semester 1 | Semester 2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Total Tuition & Ancillary Fee | $8,600.00 | $8,600.00 |
| Co-op Fees | N/A | N/A |
Program Compulsory Fees | $108.00 | $0.00 |
| International Tax Recovery | $450.00 | $375.00 |
| Total International Charges Per Semester | $9,158.00 | $8,975.00 |
| Total 1st Year Fees | $18,133.00 | |
Admission
Domestic and International student admission requirements
- Minimum two-year College diploma or University degree
- Preference is given to applicants with Human Services, Psychology and Health Sciences Diplomas and Degrees
- Attendance at program orientations is strongly recommended
- Applicants should note that some employment opportunities require that certain physical standards must be met as a condition of employment
- Communicable disease screening and a police check are required to begin placement
- Proof of English proficiency for applicants where English is not their first language must be submitted to Ontario Colleges
- Fluency requirements must be met for applicants where English is their second language.
Language Requirements for International Students:
- See below for accepted equivalents for Grade 12 English:
- Successful completion of GAS-EAP (478) Program Level 8
- TOEFL minimum score of 560 (83 Internet based)
- or IELTS Academic minimum score of 6.5 overall with no band less than 6.0
- More information about acceptable certificates, can be found on the International Admission Requirements
Applicants whose first language is not English will be required to demonstrate proficiency in English. Options are available for mature applicants.
Experiential Learning
How you'll gain skills
- Experience two unpaid field placements totaling 320 hours.
- Experience interactive simulations, to further develop course concepts.
Field Placement
- Students will complete two field placements in community settings, such as hospitals, clinics, classrooms or residential settings, to obtain real work experience throughout Ontario
- Students participate in an unpaid field placement. Visit the Autism & Behavioural Science Field Placement page for additional information.
Opportunities
Mohawk Pathways
Mohawk offers a diverse range of programs to further your studies**: Students that graduate from any of the following Ontario College Diploma Intensive, Ontario College Diploma, Ontario College Advanced Diploma, and Ontario College Graduate Certificate programs are eligible to enroll into the Autism and Behavioural Science program:
- Early Childhood Education (Intensive)
- Educational Support (Intensive)
- Social Service Worker (Intensive)
- Recreation Therapy (Intensive)
- Early Childhood Education
- Educational Support
- Occupational Therapist Assistant and Physiotherapist Assistant
- Social Service Worker
- Recreation Therapy
- Child and Youth Care
- Brain Disorders Management
- Concurrent Disorders
- Mental Health and Disability Management
Graduates from the Autism and Behavioural Science program are eligible to enroll into the following Ontario College Graduate Certificate programs:
- Visit Pathways and Credit Transfer for degree completion opportunities outside of Ontario.
- See ONTransfer for additional opportunities at other colleges or universities in Ontario.
| Semester 1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Course # | Course Title | Hrs/Week | Total Hours |
| EDUC10030 | Specialized Instructional Strategies | 6.00 | 60.00 |
| EDUC10031 | Transition Planning and Implementation | 3.00 | 30.00 |
| EDUC10034 | Ethics and Professionalism | 3.00 | 30.00 |
| HSCI10041 | Autism - Introduction to Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) | 4.50 | 45.00 |
| HSCI10042 | Introduction to Applied Behaviour Analysis | 6.00 | 60.00 |
| WORK10151 | Autism Behavioural Science Seminar 1 | 3.00 | 12.00 |
| WORK10152 | Field Placement Preparation | 3.00 | 30.00 |
| WORK10596 | Field Placement | 31.50 | 126.00 |
| Semester 2 | |||
| Course # | Course Title | Hrs/Week | Total Hours |
| EDUC10028 | Behavioural Skill Building | 6.00 | 60.00 |
| EDUC10029 | Parent and Staff Training | 3.00 | 30.00 |
| HMNS10006 | Treating Challenging Behaviour | 4.50 | 45.00 |
| HSCI10233 | Applied Behaviour Analysis 2 | 4.50 | 45.00 |
| WORK10020 | Field Placement 2 | 32.66 | 195.96 |
| WORK10145 | Autism and Behavioural Science Field Seminar 2 | 2.00 | 32.00 |
Learning Outcomes
Program Learning Outcomes, often referred to as ‘Program Standards', set out the essential learning that a student must achieve before being deemed ready to graduate.
In many cases these program learning outcomes were developed by the Ministry of Colleges and Universities (MCU) in consultation with employers and educators who are experts in the program field. To ensure the outcomes remain current and in line with industry needs, we invite our employers, graduates working in the field and current students to re-examine and update them during regular, ongoing program review focus groups.