Bachelor of Arts Degree in Applied Behaviour Analysis

Capilano University Calendar:  Bachelor of Arts in Applied Behaviour Analysis - Autism

FALL 2012:  Applications are now being accepted for the September 2012 start for the Bachelor of Arts Degree in ABA-Autism and for the Post-Baccalaureate Diploma in ABA-Autism. The closing date for applications will be Wednesday, February 29, 2012. If spaces remain available after the deadline, new applications will be accepted until all spaces are filled. If you would like to apply or want more information about the program, please contact the Coordinator, Dr. Cara Zaskow at czaskow@capilanou.ca  

The Bachelor of Arts Degree in Applied Behaviour Analysis - Autism is a unique degree program in British Columbia. At this time, it is the only baccalaureate program in Western Canada that blends rigorous academic training and professional supervised experience. This program has tremendous potential to improve the lives of families who are currently struggling to find competent professionals in the field of behaviour analysis. At present it is estimated that 1 in 110 children meet the criteria for Autism Spectrum Disorder and applied behaviour analysis is the only scientifically validated treatment that has been shown to be effective. In British Columbia alone, there are nearly 1,000 children under the age of 6 and 6,000 children over the age of 6 who receive funding from the Ministry of Child and Family Development for services, and many of these families cannot access well-trained professionals. Graduates of the program will have completed academic coursework and supervised experience towards eligibility to write the Behavior Analyst Certification (BACB) exam to become an assistant Behaviour Analyst and work under the supervision of a Board Certified Behaviour Analysts.

 Admission Requirements:
×           Any Associate of Arts or Science Degree with a minimum Cumulative GPA of 2.5 (or equivalent);
×           English Language Requirement;
×           Interview to assess interest and suitability;
×           One-page letter of interest;
×           One reference letter

Applicants must obtain a minimum of 300 hours of experience as a Behavioural Interventionist prior to the September start of the program. Please contact the Program Coordinator for more information or assistance if needed.