Applicants must meet the admission requirements listed below:
- General College Admission Requirements
- Have a graduate or bachelor degree with a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0 OR be enrolled in 3rd or 4th year of a bachelor degree program from a recognized institution and have a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.33, OR have completed a 2-year diploma or 60 credits from a recognized institution and have a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.50 or equivalent
- Submit a Letter of Intent outlining the reasons for choosing this program, long and short-term goals, and strengths and limitations.
- Submit an up-to-date resume.
- Submit two professional letters of reference that support your application.
The selective admission process uses a structured format to evaluate all applicants in relation to the degree to which they have met the admission criteria.
This program is offered evenings across three semesters and must be completed in one academic year. Some courses are online, but students must be available for in-person courses each semester. Students must take all DABA program courses offered in a semester unless they have approved transfer credit.
Graduation Requirements
- Successful completion of 15 credits
- 33% (6 credits) of all coursework must be completed at Douglas College for students seeking transfer credit.
Course Requirements:
| Course Number | Course Title | Credits |
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Select one course from the following two options: |
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Disability in Context |
3.00 |
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Autism Spectrum Disorder Across the Lifespan |
3.00 |
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Required Courses: |
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Functional Behaviour Assessment and Intervention |
1.50 |
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Clinical Applications of Behaviour Analysis |
1.50 |
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Foundational Principles of Behaviour Analysis |
3.00 |
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Empirical Basis of Behavioural Techniques |
3.00 |
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Single Subject Research and Applications |
3.00 |
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Total Credits |
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15.00 |
* - approved by BACB® for BCaBA coursework
+ - approved by TQS