Positive Behavioural Support MSc/PGDip/PGCert
Postgraduate
In Bangor
Description
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Type
Postgraduate
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Location
Bangor (Wales)
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Start date
September
Applied behaviour analysis has been recognised as the treatment of choice for a broad range of clinical problems (e.g., early intervention for autism, responding to challenging behaviour, classroom management, effective instructional practices). Positive behavioural support (PBS) is an example of behaviour analysis in a particular practice setting (usually implemented for adults with intellectual disabilities or within special education settings). PBS aims to improve a person’s quality of life through the use of a framework that allows behaviour to be analysed in the social, physical, and broader context in which it occurs. The aims of the course are to develop an advanced conceptual understanding of applied behaviour analysis, behavioural concepts and philosophy relevant to the development and treatment of psychological disorders, advanced knowledge of positive behavioural support and research methods. In addition, students will develop key competencies in the use of behavioural principles in clinical settings using the positive behaviour support model. In addition to obtaining PBS and behaviour analytic knowledge, graduates will have acquired critical evaluation, time management, collaborative working, sound professional conduct, and oral communication skills. The course is taught via lectures, group discussions, seminars, and activities. Assessments include written assignments in a range of formats and unseen exams. Students may undertake a research thesis in a range of available applied settings with a range of participants, or they may complete an internship across two years (limited places available). During the internship, students will work in an applied setting and will submit a portfolio of their clinical work at the end of each year.
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About this course
As with all our MSc courses, this degree provides the advanced research skills required for research in a broad range of settings. It equips students with practical skills in research design, analysis, and information technology for investigating research questions in psychology and the social sciences. Equally important, the programme provides training in communicating research findings to others.
You must have a single or joint honours degree in Psychology or a related subject area (e.g., special education, speech and language therapy), normally with a minimum degree class of 2(2) or equivalent clinical experience.
IELTS: 6.5 (with no element below 6) is required.
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Subjects
- Management
- IT
- Teaching
- Quality
- Quality Training
- Communication Training
- IT Management
- Oral presentations
- Principles of learning and behaviour change
- Positive behavioural support
- Advanced behavioural
- Case reports
- Behaviour analysis
Course programme
Positive Behavioural Support MSc/PGDip/PGCert