Applied Behavioural Analysis uses behavioural rules in everyday situations to help people change their behaviour to improve quality of life. The Bachelor of Behavioural Science degree program from Humber College focuses on data obtained through observation as it investigates behaviour, cognitive events and the influence of envronmental factors on behaviour.
Courses in the first two years of the program provide a strong foundation in behaviour analytic approaches, psychology, research and ethics, while highlighting specific special populations. This is followed in the final two years with further in-depth study of ethics and professionalism, individual and group counselling, issues in behavioural psychology, further special populations, and two courses of senior thesis work. Overall, the program emphasizes critical thinking, analytical skills, interprofessional practice and leadership.
Graduates of this program will have the knowledge and skills to pursue further graduate study in behavioural science or related fields. There are also good employment opportunities routinely found in health organizations, non-profits, government, charities and education sectors. Graduates may find employment as:
They may also use their skills as workers in a variety of social service settings with vulnerable populations such as mental health, developmental disabilities, autism, addictions, seniors, youth, acquired brain injury and corrections. With additional education and experience, graduates may be considered for roles as counsellors and therapists, behaviour analysts, gerontologists or co-ordinators of programs in the social service sector.
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Deadline for equal consideration in the admission process: February 1. Post-February 1 applications will be considered on a first-come, first-served basis.
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