Applied Behaviour Analysis

This course covers the theories and techniques of Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA) and how methods like Matrix and Number Theory can be used to support the development of language, cognitive, motor, and visuospatial skills in children. It begins with an introduction to ABA and an explanation of the Antecedent-Behaviour-Consequence (ABC) model, a guiding principle of ABA. The course then explores the fundamental rules and techniques of ABA, with illustrations of how ABA can enhance motor skills and how methods such as the Picture Exchange Communication System can support language development.

The second half of the course explains and demonstrates how ABA techniques like Matrix, Chaining, Following Rules, and Sequencing can be applied to improve cognitive function in children on the autism spectrum. The course also introduces techniques such as Number Concept, Patterning, Gradation, and Block Design, with video demonstrations showing how these techniques can help develop visuospatial skills. The course concludes by discussing how to ensure that the skills learned in ABA sessions can be applied by children in real-life situations.

Various medical institutions recognise Applied Behaviour Analysis as a standard approach for supporting individuals on the autism spectrum. Autism can present challenges in daily life, making it more difficult for children to develop the skills needed to navigate everyday situations. This course offers valuable insights into the behaviours of children on the autism spectrum and demonstrates how essential skills can be nurtured to help them thrive. If you are a parent or a caregiver of autistic children, this course is designed for you. Start now and learn how to support children with autism in just three hours.