Autism and Behavioural Sciences

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The programme is grounded in research and evidence-based practices in Applied Behaviour Analysis. Students learn to apply behavioural principles to support individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder. They develop skills in designing and implementing intervention plans. Practical experience is gained through two field placements totaling 350 hours.

One year, 140 credits, includes two field placements totaling 350 hours, part-time online delivery available.

Graduates work as part of multi-disciplinary teams providing behavioural interventions for children with autism spectrum disorder.

Completion of two years of university or college study in Behavioural Science, Child Studies, Education, Psychology, Social Work, Sociology, Early Childhood Education, Child and Youth Care, Developmental Services Worker, or Social Service Worker. IELTS overall 6.5 with no band below 6.0, TOEFL iBT prior to Jan 21, 2026 overall 88 with minimums of 22 in each component, TOEFL iBT after Jan 21, 2026 overall 4.5 with minimums of 4.5 in each component, or Duolingo English Test overall 120 with minimum 120 in Literacy and no score below 105.

Part-time Online, Full-time Online.

Algonquin College in Ottawa, Canada, is a publicly funded English-language college founded in 1967 that serves about 21,000 students, including roughly 3,000 international learners. The college provides more than 300 programs across business, media and design, health and community studies, hospitality and tourism, technology and trades, and more. With multiple campuses in the Ottawa region, Algonquin combines applied learning with a broad program portfolio to meet diverse career goals.

Algonquin is known for experiential learning, offering co-ops, internships and industry partnerships that place classroom knowledge into real-world contexts. Industry-aligned curriculum, simulation labs and applied research projects give students practical experience valued by employers. The college also emphasizes innovation and sustainability, integrating green practices across facilities and programming to reflect current industry standards.

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