Description

Bachelor of Behavioural Science

Humber College’s Bachelor of Behavioural Science degree program provides you with the knowledge, skills and abilities required for in-depth work in the behavioural science field with individuals throughout the lifespan. The program is firmly grounded in the theory, principles and practices of behavioural science (applied behaviour analysis and cognitive behavioural approaches) and psychology.

Duration

8 semesters

Starting Date

September

Tuition Fee

CAD 19,615 per year

Location

Toronto, Canada

About the Course

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.

Courses Included

Applied Behaviour Analysis
Communication for Behavioural Science
Introduction to Psychology
Counselling and Facilitation Skill
Developmental Psychology
Developmental Disabilities and Dual Diagnosis
Quantitative Research Methods

Career

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:

behaviour assistants
behaviour associates
educational assistants
autism instructor therapists

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.