Applied Disability Studies | ||||||||
Master of Arts in Applied Disability Studies Master of Applied Disability Studies Graduate Diploma in Applied Disability Studies | ||||||||
Field(s) of Specialization | ||||||||
Applied Behaviour Analysis Dean Ingrid Makus Faculty of Social Sciences Acting Associate Dean Dawn Zinga Faculty of Social Sciences Core Faculty Professors Maurice Feldman (Applied Disability Studies) Associate Professors Rosemary Condillac (Applied Disability Studies) Assistant Professors Priscilla Burnham-Riosa (Applied Disability Studies) Julie Koudys (Applied Disability Studies) Kendra Thomson (Applied Disability Studies) Kimberley Zonneveld (Applied Disability Studies) Participating Faculty Professors Sheila Bennett (Education), Maureen Connolly (Kinesiology), Dorothy Griffiths (Child and Youth Studies), Frances Owen (Child and Youth Studies) Associate Professors David Ditor (Kinesiology), Jan Frijters (Child and Youth Studies), Gail Frost (Physical Education and Kinesiology), John McNamara (Child and Youth Studies), Shannon Moore (Child and Youth Studies), Christine Tardif-Williams (Child and Youth Studies), Donato Tarulli (Child and Youth Studies), Tricia Vause (Child and Youth Studies), Dawn Zinga (Child and Youth Studies) Adjunct Professors Marjorie Aunos (West Montreal Readaptation Centre), Ivan Brown (University of Toronto), Ivy Chong (Florida Institute of Technology), Tom Craig (International Communicology Institute), John Davis (Hamilton Health Sciences), Kimberly Harris (London Family Court Clinic), Barry Isaacs (Surrey Place Centre), Darren Levine (Regional Municipality of Durham), Nicole Luke (Surrey Place Centre), Yona Lunsky (Centre for Addiction and Mental Health, Toronto), Kimberly Maich (Memorial University of Newfoundland), Andrew McNamara (George Brown College), Laura Mullins (Regional Support Associates), Karl Stobbe (McMaster University), Valerie Temple (Surrey Place Centre) Chair and Graduate Program Director Maurice Feldman (returning July 1, 2018) 905-688-5550, extension 4894 mfeldman@brocku.ca Acting Chair and Graduate Program Director Rosemary Condillac (to June 30, 2018) 905-688-5550, extension 5671 rcondillac@brocku.ca Academic Administrator Darlene Berg 905-688-5550, extension 5395 dberg@brocku.ca Administrative Assistant Brandy Sokoloski 905-688-5550 extension 5987 bsokoloski@brocku.ca Website http://www.brocku.ca/ads | ||||||||
Program Description | ||||||||
The Vision of the Department of Applied Disability Studies is to be an internationally-recognized, preeminent academic program that contributes to the betterment of the lives of people in our community and beyond with a focus on persons with disabilities and underserved populations. The Mission of the Department of Applied Disability Studies is to educate students who will be agents of change to help better the lives of people in our community and beyond with a focus on persons with disabilities and underserved populations, We strive to improve services and contribute to knowledge by conducting cutting edge basic and applied research, and by providing transdisciplinary, quality postgraduate education to the next generation of professionals, researchers and educators, and to experienced professionals in the field. Faculty are internationally respected in disabilities and applied behaviour analysis, and students will be able to design a stimulating program of study that meets their current and future interests and career aspirations. The Department of Applied Disability Studies (ADS) offers a two-year Master of Arts (MA) degree, a Master of Applied Disability Studies (MADS), and a Graduate Diploma in Applied Disability Studies. Students pursuing a MA or MADS degree or Graduate Diploma may choose to focus on Applied Disability Studies or specialize in the field of Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA). The ABA course program is designed so that students specializing in Applied Behaviour Analysis will have the required course work needed to be eligible for certification as a Board Certified Behaviour Analyst by the Behaviour Analyst Certification Board® (BACB). The ADS BACB® Verified Course Sequence (VCS) is designed to meet the current BACB® Task List (4th Edition). The MA option, with its advanced course work and strong research focus, is intended to prepare students to continue their graduate training at the Ph.D. level. It should be noted that foundational and theoretical work are embedded in applied courses and practicum experiences. Students will be prepared to pursue the wide variety of career possibilities in disabilities and applied behaviour analysis. For maximum flexibility, our courses for part-time and diploma students are generally offered one weekend a month with online activities taking place in between weekends. Some online and blended course options may also be offered. MA and full-time MADS students may also be required to attend classes during the week at the St. Catharines Campus as well the weekend format at the Hamilton Campus. For complete course sequence and scheduling details please contact the Program. | ||||||||
Admission Requirements | ||||||||
Master of Arts (MA) | ||||||||
Successful completion of four year Bachelor's degree, or equivalent, in a related field (e.g., disability studies, applied behaviour analysis, psychology, sociology, social work, child studies, education) with a minimum average of 75% in the last two years of undergraduate studies. Applicants for the MA program are encouraged to examine the research interests and publications of the faculty and indicate their preference for possible research supervisor(s) in the letter of intent accompanying the application.
For applicants who wish to focus on Applied Disability Studies (without ABA specialization), courses related to disability studies, volunteer or work experience specifically in the disability sector and research experience (such as an undergraduate honours thesis) will be considered assets.
For applicants who are applying to the ABA specialization, undergraduate statistics courses (minimum 75% average), undergraduate or college courses related to Behaviour Analysis (minimum 75% average), volunteer or work experience specifically in the disability sector and/or ABA, and research experience (such as an undergraduate honours thesis) will be preferred.
The Graduate Admissions Committee will review all applications and recommend admission for a limited number of suitable candidates.
Typically, this program is offered on a full-time basis.
Applicants to the Master of Arts who have previously completed the Master of Applied Disability Studies (MADS) degree at Brock University will be considered under the following conditions:
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Master of Applied Disability Studies (MADS) | ||||||||
Successful completion of four year Bachelor's degree, or equivalent, in a related field (e.g., disability studies, applied behaviour analysis, psychology, sociology, social work, child studies, education) with a minimum average of 75% in the last two years of undergraduate study. MADS applicants with averages less than 75% in the last two years of undergraduate study will also be considered. For applicants who wish to focus on Applied disability Studies (without ABA specialization), courses related to disability studies, volunteer or work experience specifically in the disability sector will be considered assets. For those intending to apply for the Applied Behaviour Analysis specialization, undergraduate level course related to Behaviour Analysis (minimum 75%), volunteer or work experience specifically in the disability sector and/or ABA will be preferred. If accepted without satisfactory prior undergrad level ABA coursework, completing a course through our on-line upgrading courses or our in-house ABA tutorial would be required prior to registration. Full-time and part-time study is available. The Graduate Admissions Committee will review all applications and recommend admission for a limited number of suitable candidates. | ||||||||
Graduate Diploma in Applied Disability Studies | ||||||||
Successful completion of four year Bachelor's degree, or equivalent with a minimum average of 75% in the last two years of undergraduate studies. Undergraduate courses, volunteer or work experience in disabilities will be considered an asset. Applicants wishing to pursue the ABA specialization must hold a Master's Degree in a related field, as identified through BACB® (http://www.bacb.com), in order to complete the course sequence for BCBA certification. If accepted without an undergrad level ABA course (min 75%), completing a course through our on-line upgrading courses or our in-house ABA tutorial would be required prior to registration. Applicants who do not hold a Master's Degree should apply for admission to MADS (ABA) or MA (ABA). Typically, this program is offered on a full-time basis. The Graduate Admissions Committee will review all applications and recommend admission for a limited number of suitable candidates. | ||||||||
Undergraduate Upgrading Courses | ||||||||
Undergraduate upgrading courses are meant for students who wish to apply for MADS (either ABA or no specialization), but do not meet the minimum admissions criteria for MADS (e.g. holds a 3 year undergraduate degree instead of a 4 year undergraduate degree or has an admission average less than 75% in the last two years of study of a 4 year undergraduate degree). The Graduate Admissions Committee will review all applications and decide which undergraduate upgrading courses each student should take from available courses. Note that successful completion of the undergraduate upgrading courses does not guarantee admission to MADS, but does allow students who do not meet the minimum criteria for MADS to submit an application to MADS for equivalency consideration. No minimum grade average is required to be achieved in these courses: however, it is recommended that at least an overall 75% average be achieved to be seriously considered for admission to MADS. Students with a Community College diploma or certificate without a three year university degree are not eligible to take the undergraduate upgrading courses. For information and course descriptions please see the Undergraduate Calendar: https://brocku.ca/webcal/current/undergraduate | ||||||||
Degree/Diploma Requirements | ||||||||
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Master of Arts Requirements. | ||||||||
MA (Applied Disability Studies) is five credits in length. Requirements include: ADST 5F60, 5P00, 5P14, 5P15, 5P30, 5P31, 5P50, 5P55 and a half credit selected from ADST 5P43, 5P70, 5P91, 5P92, 5P93, 5P94. 5V80-83. This path of study involves advanced courses, practicum experiences, and intensive research, resulting in a thesis based on a scientist-practitioner model. MA (with Applied Behaviour Analysis Specialization) is six credits in length. Requirements include: ADST 5F60, 5P00, 5P70, 5P71, 5P72, 5P73, 5P74, 5P75, 5P76, 5Q30 and a half-credit from 5V70-5V79 or 5P42 and 5N01 (a non-credit required course). This path of study involves advanced courses, practicum experience, and intensive research resulting in a thesis based on a scientist-practitioner model. Students who are interested in taking ABA practicum courses to gain supervised experience hours (required to be eligible to apply for certification with the Behaviour Analyst Certification Board®) should consider taking all ADST practicum courses: ADST 5P21, 5P22, 5P23, 5P24 with qualified supervisors. A thesis proposal and a completed thesis of original work is required of all Master of Arts (MA) students in the program. This program is designed to be completed full-time in six terms or two years. | ||||||||
Master of Applied Disability Studies Requirements | ||||||||
Master of Applied Disability Studies (MADS) is five credits in length whether focusing on Applied Disability Studies or Specializing in Applied Behaviour Analysis. MADS requirements include: ADST 5P00, 5P14, 5P15, 5P30, 5P31, 5P44, 5P45, 5P50, 5P55 and one half credit selected from ADST 5P91, 5P92, 5P93, 5P94, 5V80-5V89. A required Major Research Paper (ADST 5P45) is completed by Master of Applied Disability Studies students in their final year. MADS (with Applied Behaviour Analysis Specialization) requirements include: ADST 5P00, 5P50, 5P70, 5P71, 5P72, 5P73, 5P74, 5P75, 5P76 and one half-credit from ADST 5V70-5V79, or 5P42. The Master of Applied Disability Studies (with Applied Behaviour Analysis Specialization) is a course-based degree with a final project and presentation in ADST 5P76. This program is designed to be completed full-time in six terms or two years, and part-time in nine-terms or three years. | ||||||||
Graduate Diploma in Applied Disability Studies Requirements | ||||||||
Graduate Diploma in Applied Disability Studies (ABA) requirements include: ADST 5P70, 5P71, 5P72, 5P73, 5P74, 5P75, 5P76 and one half credit selected from ADST 5P42 or 5V70-79. This program is designed to be completed in five terms. | ||||||||
Course Descriptions | ||||||||
Note that not all courses are offered in every session. Refer to the applicable timetable for details.
Students must check to ensure that prerequisites are met. Students may be deregistered, at the request of the instructor, from any course for which prerequisites and/or restrictions have not been met.
APPLIED DISABILITY STUDIES COURSES ADST 5F60 MA Thesis An in-depth research project involving the preparation and defence of a thesis which shall demonstrate capacity for independent work and original research and thought. Research to be conducted under the supervision of a faculty supervisor and defended at an oral examination. Prerequisite(s): ADST 5P70 or ADST 5P14. Note: open to MA students only. ADST 5P00 Foundations in Applied Disability Studies and the Study of Exceptionality I Advanced study of the various disabilities and a multidisciplinary exploration of the history, philosophy, and service of the disability field from an evolutionary perspective. Critical and emerging issues in the field will be explored. Note: completion of this course will replace previous assigned grade and credit obtained in ADST 5F00. ADST 5P10 Quantitative Methods in Social Science Research in Applied Disability Studies Statistical analysis and computer implementations of quantitative methods, emphasizing applied methodology issues in research in applied disability studies. Covers traditional ANOVA, ANCOVA and multiple regression, including vector-coding of group information under regression and emphasis on data screening and evaluation of assumptions. ADST 5P13 Interdisciplinary Reading in Applied Disability Studies Examination of literature and research by persons with disabilities from humanities and social sciences perspectives; may include fiction, non-fiction, empirical study or policy. ADST 5P14 Research Methods in Applied Disability Studies I This course will survey various approaches in applied qualitative research methods in disability studies. Ethical issues in conducting applied research with vulnerable populations will be addressed. Note: Completion of this course will replace previous assigned grade and credit in ADST 5F10. ADST 5P15 Research Methods in Applied Disability Studies II Further analysis and applications of applied research methods in applied disability studies. Prerequisite(s): ADST 5P14 Note: Completion of this course will replace previous assigned grade and credit in ADST 5F10. ADST 5P28 Ethics and Professionalism in ABA Practice and Research This course will focus on ethics and professional conduct related to research and practice in ABA. Note: This course is designed to provide the necessary Ethics coursework to fulfill 4th Edition Task List requirements for ABA graduates from a program that met the BACB 3rd Edition Task List Requirements. ADST 5P42 Dual Diagnosis Selected topics in dual diagnosis (mental health and intellectual disabilities) and applied behaviour analysis from multidisciplinary and evidence-based perspectives. Specialized topics will vary by year and instructor. Prerequisite(s): ADST 5P72 or with permission of the Program. ADST 5P43 Assessment and Diagnosis in Autism and other Developmental Disabilities Survey of methods including ethics of assessment and diagnosis, psychometrics, diagnostic classification, approaches, and instruments. ADST 5P44 Integrative, Scholarly and Expressive Writing in Applied Disability Studies Exploration of a variety of writing conventions for research, pedagogy, communication, community outreach and program and professional development. ADST 5P45 Major Research Paper Supervised writing project involving examination of issues, literature, research, and /or policy in the field of applied disability studies. Prerequisite(s): ADST 5P44 ADST 5P50 Foundations in Applied Disability Studies and the Study of Exceptionality II Continuing, advanced study of selected topics in disability studies with particular emphasis on broader ideological and socio-political contexts and influences. Prerequisite(s): ADST 5P00 Note: completion of this course will replace previous assigned grade and credit obtained in ADST 5F00. ADST 5P55 Interdisciplinary Reading in Applied Disability Studies Examination of literature and research by persons with disabilities from humanities and social sciences perspectives; may include fiction, non-fiction, empirical study or policy. ADST 5P70 ABA Measurement, Research and Evaluation Course provides exposure to graduate-level ABA research knowledge and skills including critical review of research, interpretation of data displays, observation and collection of data, single-case experimental designs, applied research, program evaluations and research ethics. ADST 5P71 ABA Fundamental Elements, Concepts & Principles I Course provides graduate-level exposure to the basic concepts and principles of the science of behaviour and corresponding techniques, interventions, research, ethical considerations and applications of behaviour analysis.Pre-or co-requisite: ADST 5P70 ADST 5P72 ABA Fundamental Elements, Concepts & Principles II Course provides graduate-level exposure to the basic concepts and principles of the science of behaviour, and corresponding techniques, interventions, research, ethical considerations, and a more in-depth focus on applications of behaviour analysis. Prerequisite(s): ADST 5P71 ADST 5P73 ABA Assessment and Intervention Course provides graduate level exposure to the selection and use of behavioural assessments, treatment models and tools for a wide-range of clinical applications to socially relevant problems. This course may be offered as a blend of classroom and on-line instruction. Prerequisite(s): ADST 5P72 Corequisite(s): ADST 5P74 ADST 5P75 ABA Intervention Planning and Implementation Course provides graduate level exposure to ABA assessment and treatment approaches for a variety of behavioural excesses and learning challenges, with an emphasis on strategies to support effective implementation in applied settings. Topics include mediator training (staff, parents, educators), supervision, data collection techniques, procedural integrity, and treatment adherence. This course may be a blend of classroom and on-line instruction. Prerequisite(s): ADST 5P73 Corequisite(s): ADST 5P76 ADST 5P90 Directed Studies in Applied Behaviour Analysis and Applied Disability Studies Under the supervision of a faculty member with appropriate expertise, this course will offer graduate level exposure to a specific topic in Applied Behaviour Analysis and Applied Disabilities Studies, culminating in a formal, academic assignment. This course is not currently part of the BACB® verified course sequence. Restriction: Open to ABA specialization students only. Prerequisite(s): Requires permission of the Director and permission of the BACB VCS Coordinator ADST 5P91 Directed Studies in Applied Disability Studies I Under the supervision of a faculty member with appropriate expertise, a sustained program of study of a topic in Applied Disabilities Studies, culminating in a formal academic assignment. Note: The instructor may not be the same faculty member as in ADST 5P90. ADST 5P92 Directed Studies in Applied Disability Studies II Under the supervision of a faculty member with appropriate expertise, a sustained program of study of a topic in Applied Disabilities Studies, culminating in a formal academic assignment. Topic must be different from, or an extension of, topics covered in other Directed Studies courses. ADST 5P93 Directed Studies in Applied Disability Studies III Under the supervision of a faculty member with appropriate expertise, a sustained program of study of a topic in Applied Disabilities Studies, culminating in a formal academic assignment. Topic must be different from, or an extension of, topics covered in other Directed Studies courses. ADST 5P94 Directed Studies in Applied Disability Studies IV Under the supervision of a faculty member with appropriate expertise, a sustained program of study of a topic in Applied Disabilities Studies, culminating in a formal academic assignment. Topic must be different from, or an extension of, topics covered in other Directed Studies courses. ADST 5V70-5V79 Topics in Applied Behaviour Analysis Course provides graduate level exposure to various topics in ABA (e.g., Diverse Applications, Autism & ABA, Genetic Syndromes and ABA), which expand on the foundational material covered in other courses. Prerequisite(s): ADST 5P72 ADST 5V80-5V89 Selected Topics in Applied Disability Studies A topic in applied disability studies that will vary by instructor.EXPERIENTIAL LEARNING COURSES ADST 5P21 Supervised Practicum in Applied Behaviour Analysis I Students carry out ABA techniques in an applied setting for 150 hours under the supervision of an approved Field Supervisor or qualified faculty member. Regularly scheduled supervisory meetings and observations take place during the placement at a rate that meets (at minimum) the BACB® Experience Standards for the hours of practicum placement. Note: Course must be arranged in advance with an ADS Faculty member and approved by ADS Clinical Coordinator ADST 5P22 Supervised Practicum in Applied Behaviour Analysis II Students carry out ABA techniques, under supervision, in an applied setting for 150 hours under the supervision of an approved Field Supervisor or qualified faculty member. Regularly scheduled supervisory meetings and observations take place during the placement at a rate that meets (at minimum) the BACB® Experience Standards for the hours of practicum placement. Note: Course must be arranged in advance with an ADS Faculty member and approved by ADS Clinical Coordinator ADST 5P23 Advanced Supervised Practicum in Applied Behaviour Analysis I Students carry out ABA techniques in an applied setting for 150 hours under the supervision of an approved Field Supervisor or qualified faculty member. Regularly scheduled supervisory meetings and observations take place during the placement at a rate that meets (at minimum) the BACB® Experience Standards for the hours of practicum placement. Note: Course must be arranged in advance with an ADS Faculty member and approved by ADS Clinical Coo ADST 5P24 Advanced Supervised Practicum in Applied Behaviour Analysis II Students carry out ABA techniques in an applied setting for 150 hours under the supervision of an approved Field Supervisor or qualified faculty member.Regularly scheduled supervisory meetings and observations take place during the placement at a rate that meets (at minimum) the BACB® Experience Standards for the hours of practicum placement. Note: Course must be arranged in advance with an ADS Faculty member and approved by ADS Clinical Coordinator. ADST 5P25 Advanced Supervised Practicum in Applied Behaviour Analysis III Students carry out ABA techniques in an applied setting for 150 hours under the supervision of an approved Field Supervisor or qualified faculty member.Regularly scheduled supervisory meetings and observations take place during the placement at a rate that meets (at minimum) the BACB® Experience Standards for the hours of practicum placement. Note: Course must be arranged in advance with an ADS Faculty member and approved by ADS Clinical Coordinator ADST 5P30 Internship in Applied Disabilities I Students carry out, for 150 hours, a 150-hour supervised internship project in a government, clinical, educational or other applied setting. Supervision is provided by a previously approved Field Supervisor or qualified faculty member. A faculty member coordinates the internship and meets with the Supervisor. Note: Completion of this course will replace previous assigned grade and credit in ADST 5F30. ADST 5P31 Internship in Applied Disability Studies II Students carry out a 150-hour supervised internship project in a government, clinical, educational or other applied setting. Supervision is provided by a previously approved Field Supervisor or qualified faculty member. A faculty member coordinates the internship and meets with the Supervisor Prerequisite(s): ADST 5P30 Note: Completion of this course will replace previous assigned grade and credit in ADST 5F30. ADST 5P74 ABA Ethics and Professional Conduct I - Assessment This course includes both classroom and practicum hours. In class, students are exposed to relevant ethical codes, standards of practice, and legislation related to the field of ABA. Practicum focuses on ABA assessment and intervention skills and assignments that are conceptually consistent with the ethical and professional practice of ABA. Students are required to secure their own practicum site in an ABA setting with a BCBA supervisor. Prerequisite(s): ADST 5P72 Corequisite(s): ADST 5P73 ADST 5P76 ABA Ethics and Professional Conduct II - Intervention This course includes both classroom and practicum hours.Classroom topics include ethical issues, professionalism and related skills and practices necessary for research and practice in ABA. Students are required to secure their own practicum site in an ABA setting with a BCBA supervisor.Practicum focuses on evidence-based ABA assessment, intervention planning, implementation, monitoring and troubleshooting in applied settings using an appropriate evaluation design. This course culminates in a final case presentation at the CADS ABA Graduating Student Conference. Prerequisite(s): ADST 5P74 Corequisite(s): ADST 5P75NON-CREDIT COURSE ADST 5N01 Proseminar This non-credit required course will present guest lectures from faculty, students and other guest speakers on topics related to applied disability studies and applied behaviour analysis, as well as opportunities to access program related information and discussion. |
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