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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
Leadership, Diversity, Community & Culture

Dean
Ingrid Makus
Faculty of Social Sciences

Associate Dean
Dawn Zinga
Faculty of Social Sciences

Core Faculty

Professor Emeritus
Maurice Feldman

Associate Professors
Priscilla Burnham Riosa, Rosemary Condillac, Julie Koudys, Valdeep Saini, Kendra Thomson, Kimberley Zonneveld

Assistant Professors
Jessica Cauchi, Alison Cox, Kieva Hranchuk, Sadie Lovett, Nicole Luke, Laura Mullins

Participating Faculty

Professors
Maureen Connolly (Kinesiology), David Ditor (Kinesiology), Jan Frijters (Child and Youth Studies), John McNamara (Child and Youth Studies), Shannon Moore (Child and Youth Studies), Dawn Zinga (Child and Youth Studies)

Associate Professors
Christine Tardif-Williams (Child and Youth Studies), Donato Tarulli (Child and Youth Studies), Tricia Vause (Child and Youth Studies)

Adjunct Professors
Marjorie Aunos (University of Quebec), Ivan Brown (University of Toronto - retired), Ivy Chong (May Institute), Tom Craig (International Communicology Institute), John Davis (McMaster University-retired), Kimberly Harris (NavON), Barry Isaacs (Surrey Place), Darren Levine (Royal Roads University), Xudong Liu (Qingdao University), Yona Lunsky (CAMH), Kimberly Maich (Memorial University), Andrew McNamara (George Brown College), Christina Peters (Northwest Behavioral Associates), Karl Stobbe (McMaster University-retired), Valerie Temple (Surrey Place), Rebecca Ward (Phoenix Centre for Learning)

Chair and Graduate Program Director
Rosemary Condillac

905-688-5550, extension 5671
adsgpd@brocku.ca

ABAI VCS Coordinator & BACB Liaison
Rosemary Condillac
905-688-5550, extension 5671
adsvcs@brocku.ca

Clinical Coordinator
Julie Koudys
905-688-5550, extension 6706
adspracticum@brocku.ca

Administrative Coordinator & Academic Advisor
Brandy Sokoloski
905-688-5550 extension 5987
ads@brocku.ca

Graduate Coordinator & Academic Advisor
Rachel Wilkins
905-688-5550, extension 5395
ads@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.
Our mission 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 contribute knowledge and improve services 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 experienced professionals in the field. Faculty are internationally respected in disability studies and Applied Behaviour Analysis.
The Department of Applied Disability Studies (ADS) offers a Master of Arts (MA) degree, a Master of Applied Disability Studies (MADS), a Graduate Diploma in Applied Disability Studies, and a Doctor of Philosophy in Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA). Students pursuing an MA or MADS degree may choose to specialize in the field of Leadership, Diversity, Community, and Culture (LDCC) in the field of ABA. The Graduate Diploma is offered in the ABA specialization only. 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. Foundational and theoretical work are embedded in applied courses and practicum experiences. ADS graduate students will be prepared to pursue the wide variety of career possibilities in the disability sector and/or applied behaviour analysis.
In addition to foundational coursework in Applied Disability Studies, students in Applied Behaviour Analysis take the ADS Association for Behavior Analysis International (ABAI) Verified Course Sequence (VCS), which meets the current coursework requirements for certification as a Board Certified Behaviour Analyst (BCBA®) by the Behaviour Analyst Certification Board (BACB®).For those interestedd inpracticinge ABAin Ontario, note that The Psychology and Appliedd Behaviour Analyis Acst 2021), will be proclaimed on July 1, 2024. Once proclaimed, the use of the title "Behaviour Analyst" is restricted to members of the College of Psychologists andhe Behaviour Analys, who are B&#istered as Behaviour Analysts4;). Coursework is likely to be modified to meet changing requirements from ABAI and BACB&# and the new regulatory requirements for Ontario. Current information on the regulation process in Ontario is found at https://cpo.on.ca/aba/174;. Please referhttps:// to http://www.BACB.com for additional eligibility and certification requirements.
For maximum flexibility, our courses for part-time students are generally offered one weekend per month with online activities taking place in between weekends. Online and blended course options may also be offered. MA and full-time MADS students may be required to attend classes during the week at the St. Catharines Campus as well as the weekend format at the Burlington Campus. For complete course sequence and scheduling details please visit http://www.brocku.ca/ads.

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 and one or more undergraduate statistics courses (minimum 75% average). 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 are applying to the Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA) specialization, 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.

For applicants who are applying to the Leadership, Diversity, Community, and Culture (LDCC) specialization, undergraduate or college courses related to disability studies (minimum 75% average), volunteer or work experience specifically in the disability sector and research experience (such as an undergraduate honours thesis) will be considered assets.

The Graduate Admissions Committee will review all applications and recommend admission for a limited number of candidates. Applicants not meeting minimum requirements (e.g., missing undergraduate level or college level statistics or ABA coursework with min 75%) may be accepted conditionally. Completing a course through our online upgrading courses, our in-house ABA tutorial, or in another department or university may be required prior to registration.

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:
1.  Applicants must meet the minimum admission requirements to enter the Master of Arts program.
2.  MADS graduates accepted to the MA program must complete the MA thesis (ADST 5F60) and a half-credit ADST elective related to their program of study in addition to meeting the course requirements for their year of entry. These credits plus requirements completed as part of the MADS degree will comprise the 6.0 credits required for the Master of Arts (ABA) and the 5.0 credits for the Master of Arts (LDCC).
3.  The Master of Applied Disability Studies degree will be rescinded on the student's academic record if the Master of Arts degree is completed and is to be conferred.

Master of Applied Disability Studies (MADS)

Successful completion of a 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 between 70% and 74% in the last two years of undergraduate study may be accepted conditionally. Incoming students may be required to complete our in-house writing tutorial.

For those applying to the Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA) specialization, undergraduate level or college level courses 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 or college level ABA coursework, incoming students may be required to complete a course prior to registration through our online upgrading courses or our in-house ABA tutorial.

Full-time and part-time study is available for MADS with ABA specialization.

For those applying to the Leadership, Diversity, Community, and Culture (LDCC) specialization, courses related to disability studies and volunteer or work experience specifically in the disability sector will be considered assets.

The MADS with LDCC specialization is offered on a full-time basis only.

The Graduate Admissions Committee will review all applications and make admissions recommendations.

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 or graduate courses, volunteer or work experience in the field of disabilities will be considered an asset.

Applicants wishing to pursue the Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA) specialization must hold a Master's Degree as specified by the Behavior Analyst Certification Board (BACB®)(http://www.bacb.com), in order to complete the course sequence for Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) certification. If accepted without undergraduate level or college level ABA coursework (min 75%), completing a course prior to registration 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 deemed relevant by the BACB should apply for admission to MADS (ABA) or MA (ABA).

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 candidates.

Undergraduate Upgrading Courses

When enrollment permits, ADS offers undergraduate upgrading courses for students who wish to apply for MADS (either ABA or LDCC specialization), but do not meet the minimum admissions criteria for MADS (e.g., 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 at Brock or from another institution. 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 grade 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 80% average be achieved in each upgrading course to be seriously considered for admission to MADS.

Applicants without a four-year university degree or community college degree are not typically eligible to take the undergraduate upgrading courses in lieu of a 4-year university degree. Exceptional circumstances may be considered. Please contact the department.

For information and course descriptions please see the Undergraduate Calendar: https://brocku.ca/webcal/current/undergraduate

Degree/Diploma Requirements



Master of Arts Requirements.

MA (Applied Behaviour Analysis Specialization) is a six credit program. Requirements include: ADST 5F60,5P00,5P10,5P70, 5P71, 5P72, 5P73, 5P75, 5P77, 5P78 and one half-credit from 5V70-5V79 or 5P42. MA ABA specialization must also take 5N01 (a non-credit required proseminar course)in their first year. This path of study involves advanced practicum experience (embedded within ADST 5P78), and intensive research resulting in a thesis. Students who are interested in taking additional ABA practicum courses to gain supervised experience hours required to be eligible to apply for certification with the Behaviour Analyst Certification Board may consider taking following optional ADST practicum courses: ADST 5P21, 5P22, 5P23, 5P24.

MA (Leadership, Diversity, Community, and Culture Specialization) is a five credit program. Requirements include: ADST 5F60, 5P00, 5P10, 5P14, 5P15, 5P30, 5P44, and a one credit selected from ADST 5P31, 5P50, 5P55, 5P56, 5P57, 5P58, 5P91. MA LDCC specialization students must also take ADST 5N01 (a non-credit required proseminar course) in their first year. This path of study involves advanced courses, at least one internship experience (ADST 5P30), and intensive research, resulting in a thesis.

A thesis proposal and a completed thesis of original work are 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.

The Master of Applied Disability Studies (with Applied Behaviour Analysis Specialization) is a course-based degree with a final project and presentation (ADST 5P76). MADS (ABA) requirements include: ADST 5P00, 5P50, 5P70, 5P71, 5P72, 5P73, 5P74, 5P75, 5P76 and one half-credit from ADST 5V70-5V79, or 5P42. MADS (ABA) program is designed to be completed full-time in five terms or two years, and part-time in eight-terms or three years. The final year for full-time and part-time students is considered the residency period. As such, all part-time students will be converted to full-time status in their final year. The conversion to full-time status will be done by early March of each year. No change in locations will be required.

MADS (with Leadership, Diversity, Community, and Culture Specialization) is a course-based degree with final project (ADST 5P45). MADS (LDCC) requirements include: ADST 5P00, 5P10 or 5P14, 5P15, 5P30, 5P44, 5P45 and two credits selected from ADST 5P31, 5P50, 5P55, 5P56, 5P57, 5P58, 5P91. MADS (LDCC) is designed to be completed full-time in five terms or two 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 full-time in five terms.

Course Descriptions

Note that not all courses are offered in every session. Refer to the applicable timetable for details.

Students must 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
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.
Corequisite(s): ADST 5P70 or ADST 5P14.
Note: Open to Master of Arts in Applied Disability Studies students only

ADST 5P00
Theoretical Foundations in Applied Disability Studies
Overview and examination of historical and contemporary theories and their applications to and relevance for disability studies.
Note: Completion of this course will replace previous assigned grade and credit 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. May include traditional ANOVA, ANCOVA, nonparametric tests and multiple regression, including vector-coding of group information under regression and emphasis on data screening and evaluation of assumptions.

ADST 5P14
Qualitative Research in Applied Disability Studies
Overview and examination of various approaches in qualitative research methods and their applications and relevance for disability studies; exploration of ethical issues in conducting research with disability-identified people, their families, and communities.
Note: Completion of this course will replace previous assigned grade and credit in ADST 5F10.

ADST 5P15
Program Evaluation as a Research Methodology
Exploration of processes and approaches in program evaluation as they relates to persons experiencing disability and organizations providing services and programs for persons experiencing disability. Includes mixed methods, blended designs and culturally sensitized strategies.
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
Ethics and professional conduct related to research and practice in Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA).
Note: Designed to provide the necessary Ethics coursework to fulfill 5th Edition Task List requirements for ABA graduates from a program that met the BACB 3rd or 4th 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
Applied Master's Project
Supervised writing project involving examination of issues, literature, research, and /or policy in the field of applied disability studies.
Prerequisite(s): ADST 5P00 & ADST 5P44
Note: This course is restricted to LDCC specializations students.

ADST 5P50
Disability from a Socio-cultural Perspective
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 in ADST 5F00.

ADST 5P55
Interdisciplinary Readings in Applied Disability Studies
In-depth consideration of literature, media, arts, and research generated by disability identified scholars, allies and activists from humanities and social sciences perspectives.
Prerequisite(s): ADST 5P00

ADST 5P56
Leadership Development in Disability Contexts
Examination of theories and research relevant to management and leadership practices within disability contexts. Emphasis on significant issues regarding equity, diversity, and sensitivity (e.g., diverse intercultural and Indigenous issues) in a Canadian context. Topics may include models of leadership, group facilitation, interpersonal management, feedback skills, team dynamics, and organizational culture.

ADST 5P57
Approaches to Community-Engaged Research
Examination of the underlying conceptual and philosophical bases of engaging in mutually beneficial research activities through partnerships with community members. Emphasis on exploring various methodologies relevant to collaborating with stakeholders in applied settings. Topics may include: fostering partnerships, benefits and challenges of research in community contexts, stakeholder values, knowledge synthesis, and dissemination.

ADST 5P58
Social Policy in Disability Contexts
Examination of Canadian social policies associated with disability issues across the lifespan. Emphasis on policy development and analysis from an interdisciplinary perspective (historical, ideological, economic, social and political contexts). Topics may include programs and services, funding approaches, employment equity, promoting social change, and diversity issues. Explores the relationship among researchers, policymakers, and other stakeholders.
Prerequisite(s): ADST 5P00

ADST 5P70
ABA Measurement, Research and Evaluation
Graduate-level exposure to ABA research knowledge and skills including critical review of research, interpretation of data displays, data collection, single-case experimental designs, applied research, program evaluations and research ethics.

ADST 5P71
Concepts and Principles of Behaviour Analysis
Graduate-level exposure to the fundamental concepts and principles of the science of behaviour including procedures, interventions, research, and applications of behaviour analysis.
Prerequisite(s): ADST 5P70

ADST 5P72
Philosophical Underpinnings of Behaviour Science
Graduate-level exposure to the history and philosophy of behaviourism. Special emphasis is placed on the concepts and theories of radical behaviourism including its application to various domains of behaviour science.
Prerequisite(s): ADST 5P71

ADST 5P74
ABA Ethics and Professional Conduct
Topics include relevant ethical codes, standards of practice, and legislation related to the field of ABA.
Prerequisite(s): ADST 5P72
Corequisite(s): ADST 5P73

ADST 5P75
ABA Supervision, Training, and Performance Management
Graduate level exposure to ABA treatment approaches with an emphasis on strategies to support effective implementation in applied settings through training and supervision of direct service staff. Topics include supervision, training, data collection, treatment integrity and adherence.
Prerequisite(s): ADST 5P73
Corequisite(s): ADST 5P76

ADST 5P77
Introduction to Experimental Analysis of Behaviour
Graduate-level introduction to basic behavioural research . Surveys seminal and current research in the experimental analysis of behaviour and relates this to practice and theory in applied behaviour analysis.
Prerequisite(s): ADST 5P72
Note: Open to MA students only.

ADST 5P90
Directed Studies in Applied Behaviour Analysis and Applied Disability Studies
Under the supervision of a faculty member with appropriate expertise, course provides graduate level exposure to a specific topic in Applied Behaviour Analysis and Applied Disability Studies, culminating in a formal, academic assignment. This course is not part of the ABAI Verified Course Sequence.
Restriction: Open to ABA specialization students only.
Note: Requires permission of the Graduate Program Director and 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 Disability Studies, culminating in a formal academic assignment.
Note: Requires permission of the Graduate Program Director.

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 Disability Studies, culminating in a formal academic assignment. Topic must be different from, or an extension of, topics covered in other Directed Studies courses. Note: The instructor may not be the same faculty member as in ADST 5P91.
Note: Requires permission of the Graduate Program Director.

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 Disability Studies, culminating in a formal academic assignment. Topic must be different from, or an extension of, topics covered in other Directed Studies courses. Note: The instructor may not be the same faculty member as in ADST 5P91-92.
Note: Requires permission of the Graduate Program Director.

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 Disability Studies, culminating in a formal academic assignment. Topic must be different from, or an extension of, topics covered in other Directed Studies courses. Note: The instructor may not be the same faculty member as in ADST 5P91-93.
Note: Requires permission of the Graduate Program Director.

ADST 5V70-5V79
Topics in Applied Behaviour Analysis
Graduate level exposure to various topics in ABA (e.g., Traumatic Brain Injury, Autism Genetic Syndromes Education, Forensics), 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.

ADST 7F03
Clinic-Based Experiential Learning Practicum 1
Clinic-based opportunity to implement mastered ABA skills and systematically acquire new skills through the application of knowledge gleaned from coursework and research. Students are required to complete approximately 20 hours per week, with regularly scheduled supervision (e.g., observations coaching, feedback) by designated course instructor and other qualified supervisors, when relevant.

ADST 7F60
Dissertation
Develop, execute, and defend a dissertation aligning with the degree’s dissertation requirement, including that their project contributes substantially to the scientific knowledge base. Successful dissertation completion permits candidates to demonstrate their ability to integrate knowledge and enact research independently.

ADST 7P02
Verbal Behaviour
Introduces a behaviour analytic approach to language. Learn to recognize examples of these concepts as they occur in everyday life. Also (a) critically analyze research and (b) design verbal behaviour protocols to teach verbal behaviour to learners.

ADST 7P13
Advanced Organizational Behaviour Management
Provides an overview of advanced contemporary research and practice in the field of Organizational Behaviour Management (OBM), a behaviorally based specialization within the field of Industrial Organizational Psychology. OBM is most closely aligned with the area of organizational behaviour and personnel / human resource management. The purpose of this course is to introduce students to practice and research in OBM and to provide students with the skills needed to apply the fundamental principles of ABA to a variety of performance problems in organizational settings.

ADST 7P60
Comprehensive Exam 1
The comprehensive exam will serve to promote mastery across all relevant subject areas, including demonstrating sufficient breadth and depth of knowledge across the discipline. The supervisory committee will determine the form and content of this requirement in consultation with the Graduate Program Director.

ADST 7P61
Comprehensive Exam 2
This second comprehensive exam will serve to further promote mastery across all relevant subject areas, including demonstrating sufficient breadth and depth of knowledge across the discipline. The supervisory committee will determine the form and content of this requirement in consultation with the Graduate Program Director.

ADST 7P70
Advanced Research Methods
This course provides further applications and analysis of single-case research design, as well as complementary statistical analysis, emphasizing applied methodological issues in research in ABA.

ADST 7P71
Experimental and Quantitative Analysis of Behaviour
Methods, assumptions, basic principles, and recent developments in the psychology of learning from a behaviour analytic perspective to familiarize students with basic concepts in learning that have been developed through laboratory and quantitative research with both humans and animals.

ADST 7P73
Advanced Behavioural Assessment and Intervention
Covers advanced behaviour analytic approaches to assessment and treatment. Focus on identifying defining characteristics of this approach, developing assessment and treatment protocols, and appropriate strategies to evaluate validity and effectiveness.

ADST 7V01
History & Systems of Applied Behaviour Analysis
Reviews the history of the disciplines of ABA and Applied Disability Studies and examines the intersection between the two fields in the practical work of systems designed to improve the human condition in several key areas of social interest. Advances the knowledge students will need of the history and development of the two disciplines. Provide students with opportunities to refine their communication skills.

ADST 7V02
Ethics, Supervision, Leadership, Consulting
Examine the ethics of supervision and leadership in ABA and Applied Disability Studies. Explore issues of institutional and personal leadership in human service settings, with a leadership focus in clinical ethics, nonprofit ethics, and code of conduct for consultants. Students practice creating systems designed to motivate ethical action in the disabilities sector and taking responsibility for creating ethical cultures in ABA practice settings.

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 Coordinator.

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 Disability Studies I
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. Includes fieldwork and in class meetings.
Prerequisite(s): ADST 5P00
Note: Completion of this course will replace previous assigned grade and credit in ADST 5F30. Students required to secure their own internship site and supervisor.

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. Includes fieldwork and in class meetings.
Prerequisite(s): ADST 5P30
Note: Completion of this course will replace previous assigned grade and credit in ADST 5F30. Students required to secure their own internship site and supervisor.

ADST 5P73
ABA Assessment and Intervention
Classroom and practicum hours. 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. Practicum includes ABA assessment and intervention skills and assignments that are conceptually consistent with the ethical and professional practice of ABA.
Prerequisite(s): ADST 5P72
Corequisite(s): ADST 5P74
Note: Students required to secure their own practicum site in an ABA setting with a qualified supervisor (e.g., BCBA).

ADST 5P76
Professional Practice in ABA
Classroom and practicum hours. Topics include ethical issues, professionalism and related skills and practices for research and practice in ABA. Practicum includes evidence-based ABA assessment, intervention planning, implementation, monitoring and troubleshooting in applied settings. Capstone project is embedded. Culminates in a final case presentation at the ADS ABA Graduating Students' Conference.
Prerequisite(s): ADST 5P74 & ADST 5P73
Corequisite(s): ADST 5P75
Note: Students required to secure their own practicum site in an ABA setting with a qualified supervisor (e.g., BCBA).

ADST 5P78
Ethics & Professional Conduct in Research and Practice in the Behavioural Sciences
Classroom and practicum hours. Discussion of ethical issues relevant to research and practice in the behavioural sciences considering different ethical codes, standards of practice, and legislation. Practicum focuses on developing skills in assessment, intervention planning, implementation, and monitoring, that are conceptually consistent with ethical and professional practice in behavioural sciences. Culminates in a final case presentation at the ADS ABA Graduating Students' Conference.
Prerequisite(s): ADST 5P72
Corequisite(s): ADST 5P73 & ADST 5P75
Note: Open to MA Applied Disability Studies students only. Students required to secure their own practicum site in an ABA setting with a qualified supervisor (e.g., BCBA) and may complete additional practicum hours within applied research contexts on approval.

ADST 7F04
Clinic-Based Experiential Learning Practicum 2
Clinic-based opportunity to systematically incorporate new knowledge acquired through coursework and research, as students begin to work towards mastery. Opportunity to build on ABA techniques targeted in their first placement and begin to develop supervision skills through the oversight of other implementers (e.g., undergraduate, MA students). Students are required to complete approximately 20 hours per week, with regularly scheduled supervision (e.g., observations coaching, feedback) by designated course instructor and other qualified supervisors, when relevant.

ADST 7F05
Clinic-Based Experiential Learning Practicum 3
Clinic-based opportunity to help students systematically incorporate new knowledge acquired through coursework, research and previous placements to continue working towards mastery. Opportunity to build and refine ABA assessment and intervention techniques and supervisory and consultation practices targeted in previous practica. Students are required to complete approximately 20 hours per week, with regularly scheduled supervision (e.g., observations coaching, feedback) by designated course instructor and other qualified supervisors, when relevant.

ADST 7F06
Community-Based Experiential Learning Practicum 1
Community-based opportunity to continue to systematically incorporate new knowledge acquired through academic instruction to date (e.g., coursework, comprehensive exam) and work towards mastery of ABA assessment and intervention techniques, and supervisory and consultation practices. Development of skills in interdisciplinary collaboration and work in community settings will be emphasized. Students are required to complete approximately 20 hours per week, with regularly scheduled supervision (e.g., observations coaching, feedback).

NON-CREDIT COURSES

ADST 5N01
Proseminar
Required course includes guest lectures from faculty, students and other guest speakers on interdisciplinary topics related to applied disability studies and applied behaviour analysis, and opportunities to access program related information and discussion.

ADST 7N01
Proseminar I
Expand breadth of knowledge and demonstrate understanding and application of behaviour analytic concepts and principles by participating in discussions on a variety of topics with their peers, faculty, and guests.

ADST 7N02
Proseminar II
Expand breadth of knowledge and skills and demonstrate understanding and application of behaviour analytic concepts and principles by introducing content to their peers and contributing to seminar discussions on a variety of topics with their peers, faculty, and guests.

ADST 7N03
Proseminar III
Expand breadth of knowledge and skills and demonstrate understanding and application of behaviour analytic concepts across different domains by leading seminar discussions, introducing new content to their peers, and contributing to discussions on a variety of topics with their peers, faculty, and guests.

ADST 7N04
Proseminar IV
Expand breadth of knowledge and skills and demonstrate understanding and application of behaviour analytic concepts across different domains by organizing and leading seminar discussions, introducing novel ideas to their peers and contributing to discussions on a variety of topics with their peers, faculty, and guests.