DOMESTIC APPLICATIONS
Fall 2023: Applications closed
Fall 2023: Applications closed
Learn to work one-on-one with children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) in family homes or specialized centres through the Behaviour Intervention Certificate program at Douglas. You'll learn Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA) methodology and how to use it in your work. Gain the knowledge, skills and values necessary to be an effective frontline practitioner and team member through this part-time, online program.
You’ll be equipped as a Behaviour Interventionist who can implement behavioural support plans developed by a qualified Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA) practitioner.
All courses are taught online by Board Certified Behaviour Analysts who are highly experienced in working with children who have autism. With provincial funding available to families of children with ASD, graduates of this program are in extremely high demand.
Job opportunities
Surveys show that 97 percent of our Behaviour Intervention graduates are working in the field after graduation. (Source: B.C. Student Outcomes).
Further education
If you’re interested in furthering your education, this credential transfers directly into the Classroom and Community Support Diploma at Douglas.
International students are not currently eligible for this program. For more information, contact Douglas College International.
Applicants must meet the admission requirements listed below:
You can get an average cost for your program - tuition and student fees, books, uniforms, lab fees etc - on the Program Cost page.
Only programs approved for student loan funding are listed on the Program Cost page. For all other programs, refer to the Tuition Fee page.
Graduation Requirements For Students Completing By Summer 2023:
Graduation Requirements For Students Completing After Summer 2023:
Course Requirements:
Course Number | Course Title | Credits |
Semester I |
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Introduction to Practice |
3 | |
Teaching and Learning Foundations |
3 | |
Semester II |
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Characteristics of Exceptionalities |
3 | |
Foundations of Family Support |
3 | |
Semester III |
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Teaching & Learning: Introduction to Communication and Behaviour |
3 | |
Select one course from the following two options: |
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Behaviour Intervention Practicum |
3 | |
Behavioural Intervention Lab |
3 | |
Total Credits |
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18 |
** DACS 1241 (or DACS 1341) may be taken up to a maximum of two times.
Program Guidelines for previous years are viewable by selecting the version desired. If you took this program and do not see a listing for the starting semester / year of the program, consider the previous version as the applicable version.
The Behaviour Intervention Program prides itself on its ability to recognize the skills and qualifications of experienced practitioners. If you:
Experienced practitioners may earn up to 75 percent of a credential based on assessment of their previous work/life learning. Transfer credit from approved university transfer and non-university transfer courses can also be used towards this credential.
The MCFD requires Behaviour Interventionists be 19 years old in order to receive MCFD-funded wage payments.
Career opportunities include: