Overview

As a Behavioural Technician/Therapist you have expertise in the principles of Applied Behaviour Analysis and the skills to work with individuals with ASD in therapeutic and school-based settings.

Highlights of the Autism and Behavioural Science programme from Niagara College Canada

Develop an understanding of evidence-based practices for individuals with autism and how to design, implement and evaluate programmes and intervention plans.
Over 350 hours of field placement experience supported by a field placement officer.
Access to iBooks and applications that support classroom theory and field placement.
Graduates meet the coursework requirements to take the Behaviour Analyst Certification Board Inc. (BACB) Board Certified Assistant Behaviour Analyst (BCaBA) Examination. Note: applicants must meet additional requirements to qualify.
Certification in non-violent crisis intervention is available.

Career Opportunities:

Graduates will work predominantly with individuals with ASD as Behavioural Technicians in therapeutic and educational environments as part of a treatment team supervised by a Behaviour Analyst and/or Psychologist.

Implementing Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA) Therapy in community, private or home-based settings
Working with families, including parent training
Working for organizations that serve individuals with ASD
Working as educational assistants or ABA facilitators in school boards

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Programme Structure

Courses included:

Applied Behavioural Analysis
Autism Spectrum Disorder
Specialized Instructional Strategies
Working with Families and Teams
Ethics and Professionalism
Parent and Staff Training

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-03 00:00:00

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More details

Applications to open (not competitive) programs are processed on a first come, first serve basis starting in November each year.

Language

English

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120

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TOEFL^® IBT

85

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PTE Academic

60

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IELTS

6.5

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Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Niagara Falls, Canada

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

Duolingo English Test

120

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TOEFL^® IBT

85

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PTE Academic

60

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IELTS

6.5

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General requirements

Ontario College Diploma (or equivalent) in Child and Youth Care (Worker), Communication Disorders Assistant, Developmental Services Worker, Early Childhood Education, Educational Assistant, Occupational Therapist Assistant and Physiotherapist Assistant, Social Service Worker or Therapeutic Recreation OR
Bachelor’s Degree in Behavioural Science, Child Studies, Education, Psychology, Speech and Language Sciences, Social Work or Sociology OR
For applicants who have studied outside of these fields of study, please submit a one-page cover letter indicating why you feel you would be successful in the ABS program, what experience you have already, and a résumé that includes your educational and work background with a current e-mail address AND
Proof of English proficiency

Technological requirements

A desktop or laptop system running on an updated Microsoft Windows 10 operating system.
Minimum 256GB SSD storage and 8 GB memory.
An integrated or peripheral video camera, microphone and speaker system.
Reliable internet connectivity with Broadband capabilities (a minimum download speed of 5 Mbps) is recommended.

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Tuition Fees

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16950 CAD / year

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4099 CAD / year

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Funding

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Overview

Highlights of the Autism and Behavioural Science programme from Niagara College Canada

Career Opportunities:

Get more details

Programme Structure

Check out the full curriculum

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

Prepare for Your English Test

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

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What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

Prepare for Your English Test

Other requirements

General requirements

Technological requirements

Student Insurance via Studyportals Partner

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Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic Applies to you

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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