Applied Behaviour Analysis
Interventions for Developmental Disabilities
Introduction
Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA) is one of the most precise, measurable and scientific methods of changing behaviour. As a teaching method it has a wide range of applications, these include teaching children with autism, increasing language and communication and improving learning and behaviour. The course is designed to actively engage you in learning both the analytical skills and the practical techniques of ABA. Our SEN courses are fully online and are suitable for teachers and SNAs who want to expand their knowledge and skills in the area of ABA and Autism. The content of this course has been revised and updated in 2023.
About the course
Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA) is based on the science of learning and behaviour and provides a set of evidence-based principles for understanding how behaviour works and how learning takes place. As an educational method, it is considered a best practice approach, particularly in the area of Autism Spectrum Disorders and developmental disabilities. This course is aimed at providing a very comprehensive and practical level of training to those who are interested in using ABA techniques to enhance motivation, improve learning and change behaviour.
The focus of this course is on specific techniques for teaching and learning. This includes techniques for increasing useful and desired behaviour and teaching children how to learn, increasing language, and improving attention, social skills, memory and academic outcomes. You will learn how to collect data, assess behaviour, and design and implement programmes using positive strategies for teaching new skills and reducing behaviours which can interfere with learning.
Who is this course aimed at?
This course is designed for teachers, SNAs, youth workers, psychologists, care workers and those working with children or adolescents with autism and other disabilities in many different settings. It may also be helpful for parents who want to develop skills in ABA for supporting their own children.
Approved by the Department of Education
This course is approved by the Department of Education.
Three EPV days are allowed for primary school teachers who take the course during the summer term. Please note this provision applies only to the summer term as per Department guidelines.
This course has four terms each year, Spring, May/June, Summer & Autumn.
About the course
Based on behavioural principles of learning and motivation, and using objective measurable goals, ABA is a teaching method that has a wide range of applications, and is embedded in many programmes and approaches used in schools and classrooms today. This course is designed to give you the knowledge and skills to design, implement and evaluate behavioural programmes for children and young people with diverse needs in a wide range of settings.
The key techniques of the ABA method include positive reinforcement, graduated prompting, repetition and task analysis. The application of ABA principles in order to teach new skills, improve communication and decrease problem behaviours is explained and examined. Methods and systems of observation, writing programmes and conducting analysis of behaviour are also reviewed and demonstrated using case examples. A key focus is on how to promote generalisation of skills across different settings. You will also learn how to motivate children, from those who are easy to engage and motivate to those who present a real challenge in terms of interest and motivation.
Designed and taught by internationally qualified, experienced ABA practitioners, this course gives you access to real time guidance and advice for implementing ABA and you will have the opportunity to complete practical learning exercises involving data collection and behaviour change, focusing on your own behaviour and that of your students.
Highlights
- Discover the key techniques of the ABA method including positive reinforcement, graduated prompting, repetition and using task analysis for teaching new skills.
- Motivate children with all levels of abilities to learn new skills, enabling them to experience independence and success in both the short-term and long-term.
- Learn how to analyse behaviour and how to complete a functional behavioural assessment.
- Learn techniques for increasing desirable behaviour, decreasing undesirable behaviour and ensuring generalization.
- Gain skills in applying ABA across domains, for increasing language and improving communication, social skills, memory, attention and self-regulation.
- Enjoy rich opportunities for collaboration with our online network of learners and tutors.
- Save printable course materials and resources for future reference.
Interactive Learning Assignments accompany each module. Each student is also required to complete a Reflective Assignment as well as a CPD record.
On completion. you will receive a Certificate of Continuing Professional Development and a Learning Log of your work, which can be included in your CPD portfolio.All of our tutors are BCBA qualified or have studied ABA at a post graduate level. They will provide you with one-to-one guidance as you complete your studies online.
Technical support is provided by our dedicated team of qualified learning technologists, who are available to assist you by telephone or email.Our courses are designed for educators, special needs professionals, parents and anyone with an interest in special needs education or positive psychology. Our courses are particularly suitable for those who require flexibility and freedom in accessing professional education and updating their skills.
Our courses are 20 hours long, fully online and can be completed entirely at your own pace over the term. It will be possible to download each module and print it off to study in your own time offline if you prefer.
Our courses run four times a year, in Spring, May/June, Summer & Autumn.
You can enrol online here or by calling +35316510618. Due to the self paced, flexible nature of the course we accept enrolments right up to 1 week before each term ends.
No, the courses are very user friendly and the skills necessary are quite basic and easily learned. We will be available to provide any technical assistance you need during the course.
You will need a computer with e-mail and access to the internet. Everything else you need for the course is provided though our integrated learning management system – this is user-friendly and easy to navigate.
These courses are suitable for people who have busy schedules but still want the opportunity to receive high quality professional development at a time that suits them.
We provide all the supports necessary to make this online learning experience a success for you. You will have access to our expert tutors who are available via email throughout the duration of your course during working hours from Monday to Friday. Technical support is also available through email and we can also be contacted by telephone at +35316510618.
Our learning management system logs all student activity online. This tells us if a student has accessed all the course material.
At the end of each module we ask students to contribute to an online forum for that module.
At the end of the entire course students are required to write a reflective assignment on the learning they gained from the course.
These activities are included in your 20 hours of study time.
Following successful completion of your course you will receive a Certificate of Continuing Professional Development which you can include on your CV.
WHAT OUR STUDENTS SAY:
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COURSE DATES
SPRING TERM
10th February - 6th April 2025
LAST ENROLMENT DATE
3rd April 2025
MAY/JUNE SNA TERM
To be confirmed
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DURATION
20 hours of self paced study any time during the term
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APPROVED BY
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FEES
€190.00
