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Bachelor of Arts Degree - Applied Behaviour Analysis (Autism) at Capilano University

Capilano University, Canada

Programme overview

Graduates of the Bachelor of Arts Degree in Applied Behaviour Analysis – Autism at CapU are in high demand. Build the specialized skills to work with children, youth and adults with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). In the program, students train in many key areas, including behaviour principles, assessments and applications, supporting individuals with ASD and their families, assessment and intervention planning for children with ASD and using applied behaviour analysis with adults who have ASD and other developmental disabilities.

Faculty: Arts & Sciences  |  Department: School of Social Sciences  |  Duration: 4 years  |  Study mode: full-time or part-time  |  Intake: Fall 2027  |  Location: North Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

What you will study

Part-time study is also available. Specialize with electives During the first two years of their ABA training, students can take up to 30 credits of electives, including child and youth development, early childhood education, behavioural sciences, social work and working with children with special needs or developmental disabilities.

Career pathways

Career paths include: ABA Consultant; ABA Therapist; Board Certified Behaviour Analyst; Behaviour Interventionist; Special Education Teaching Assistant; Speech Language Pathologist.

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Application information

Entry requirements

High school graduation A minimum grade point average of 2.0 (60%) calculated on English Studies 12 or English 12 or English First Peoples 12 and two academic Grade 12 courses Students who have completed 30 credits or a 30-credit credential may be considered for admission into year two of the program but must complete ABA 100, 101, 200 and 201. Students who have completed an Associate of Arts or Science, 60 credits, or a 60-credit credential plus documentation of at least 300 hours of BCBA-supervised ABA experience may be considered for admission into year three of the program and will be deemed to have met the requirements of ABA 100, 101, 200 and 201.

Domestic applicants: CAD 27,348 for the whole programme. Total programme tuition across all years as listed on the programme page; separate student fees (about $7,488 total) are excluded. Source

International applicants: CAD 95,942 for the whole programme. Total programme tuition across all years as listed on the programme page; separate student fees (about $7,488 total) are excluded. Source

Domestic applicants (Canadian citizens and permanent residents) apply through EducationPlannerBC and pay a non-refundable application fee of $50, which covers applications to 2 programs.

International applicants apply through EducationPlannerBC and pay a non-refundable application fee of C$135, which covers applications to 2 programs. New international students also pay a one-time $5,000 deposit, applied against international tuition once registered in courses.

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