NAVIGATION

First Semester of Master's-Level Training Kicks off on Randolph Campus!

03/11/16


Thanks to a new partnership between May Institute and Endicott College, master's-level classes are now underway at May Institute's campus in Randolph, Mass., with a majority of this semster's students coming from our own ranks of May employees.

A recent peek into one of the classrooms showed that they're off to a great start. Engaged and motivated students in the "Conceptual Issues in Applied Behavior Analysis" class helped the 3-4 hour class fly by! Pretty impressive after a full day's work for most students, coming from our special education schools and adult services programs.


L-R Alexander Gasdia, Shannon Barry, Samantha Lowe



L-R Emily Gillis, Emily Mann, Nathan Taylor, Laura Bernal-Corzo

wo nationally recognized leaders in the field of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) have joined forces to meet the growing demand for highly trained, board certified treatment professionals in autism spectrum disorder and other developmental disabilities. The new partnership will result in master’s-level training opportunities beginning in February. 

Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a neurodevelopmental disorder characterized by deficits in social interactions and social communication and by restricted, repetitive patterns of behavior. It affects the development of the brain, causing difficulty with behavior, communication, learning, and social interaction.

The rate of ASD is increasing across the country, with approximately one in 68 children affected by this developmental disability. The most effective treatment identified in psychological and educational research is intensive ABA intervention. This intervention includes a host of well-studied, proven techniques to assist the recipient in improving social and communications skills.
 
With more children diagnosed with ASD than ever before, there is an urgent and increasing need for board certified behavior analysts and teachers certified in Severe Special Education.
 
The courses will take place at May Institute’s campus in Randolph, Mass., making it especially convenient for May employees and area residents interested in the program.
 
Courses are also available remotely, enabling on-line learning opportunities for long-distance and out-of-state students, and others unable to travel to the Randolph site for classes.
 
This new partnership creates three options for master's-level training in ABA. Students can select to pursue: (1) an M.Ed. in Applied Behavior Analysis; (2) certification as a Board Certified Behavior Analyst; or (3) teacher certification in Severe Special Education/Applied Behavior Analysis. 

Enrollment is open to May Institute employees as well as individuals outside the organization interested in pursuing these kinds of educational opportunities. Classes begin February 2016 at May Institute’s Randolph campus at 41 Pacella Park Drive.
 
According to Van Loan Endicott’s ABA director Dr. Thomas Zane, “We are delighted to be partnering with May Institute. The combination of their broad and deep experience working with people who have developmental disabilities and our rigorous academic training program will ensure the highest level care for this population.”
 
The Institute for Behavioral Studies at the Van Loan School at Endicott College is a recognized academic leader in the field of training at the bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral levels. The Institute’s faculty members are nationally recognized in the field of behavior analysis.
 
“We are pleased to collaborate with Endicott College on this initiative that will have an immediate and long-term impact on the individuals we serve,” states Deidre Donaldson, Ph.D., ABPP, May Institute’s Chief Clinical Officer. “Both organizations are dedicated to improving clinical understanding and creating new learning opportunities for the next generation of leaders in special education and the field of Applied Behavior Analysis.”

- See more at: http://www.mayinstitute.org/news/press_releases.html?year=2015&id=1825#sthash.VxKtf1wS.dpuf


The other class being taught now is Introduction to Applied Behavior Analysis. We're fortunate that two of our senior clinicians at May are serving are instructors this semester; Candice Colón-Kwedor, M.S., BCBA is Senior Clinical Director at the May Center School for Autism and Developmental Disabilities in Randolph, and Jennifer Silber, Ph.D., BCBA-D, is the Clinical Director of the May Center School for Brain Injury and Related Disorders in Brockton, Mass.
Jennifer Silber, Ph.D., BCBA-D, Clinical DirectoJennifer Silber, Ph.D., BCBA-D, Clinical Director


There is tremendous need for this level of expertise.

With more children diagnosed with ASD than ever before, there is an urgent and increasing need for board certified behavior analysts and teachers certified in Severe Special Education. The rate of ASD is increasing across the country, with approximately one in 68 children affected by this developmental disability. The most effective treatment identified in psychological and educational research is intensive ABA intervention. This intervention includes a host of well-studied, proven techniques to assist the recipient in improving social and communications skills.

Enrollment is open to May Institute employees as well as individuals outside the organization interested in pursuing these kinds of educational opportunities. Courses are also available remotely, enabling on-line learning opportunities for long-distance and out-of-state students, and others unable to travel to the Randolph site for classes.

Good luck to this semester's students!

View our press release to learn more.
 

wo nationally recognized leaders in the field of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) have joined forces to meet the growing demand for highly trained, board certified treatment professionals in autism spectrum disorder and other developmental disabilities. The new partnership will result in master’s-level training opportunities beginning in February. 

Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a neurodevelopmental disorder characterized by deficits in social interactions and social communication and by restricted, repetitive patterns of behavior. It affects the development of the brain, causing difficulty with behavior, communication, learning, and social interaction.

The rate of ASD is increasing across the country, with approximately one in 68 children affected by this developmental disability. The most effective treatment identified in psychological and educational research is intensive ABA intervention. This intervention includes a host of well-studied, proven techniques to assist the recipient in improving social and communications skills.
 
With more children diagnosed with ASD than ever before, there is an urgent and increasing need for board certified behavior analysts and teachers certified in Severe Special Education.
 
The courses will take place at May Institute’s campus in Randolph, Mass., making it especially convenient for May employees and area residents interested in the program.
 
Courses are also available remotely, enabling on-line learning opportunities for long-distance and out-of-state students, and others unable to travel to the Randolph site for classes.
 
This new partnership creates three options for master's-level training in ABA. Students can select to pursue: (1) an M.Ed. in Applied Behavior Analysis; (2) certification as a Board Certified Behavior Analyst; or (3) teacher certification in Severe Special Education/Applied Behavior Analysis. 

Enrollment is open to May Institute employees as well as individuals outside the organization interested in pursuing these kinds of educational opportunities. Classes begin February 2016 at May Institute’s Randolph campus at 41 Pacella Park Drive.
 
According to Van Loan Endicott’s ABA director Dr. Thomas Zane, “We are delighted to be partnering with May Institute. The combination of their broad and deep experience working with people who have developmental disabilities and our rigorous academic training program will ensure the highest level care for this population.”
 
The Institute for Behavioral Studies at the Van Loan School at Endicott College is a recognized academic leader in the field of training at the bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral levels. The Institute’s faculty members are nationally recognized in the field of behavior analysis.
 
“We are pleased to collaborate with Endicott College on this initiative that will have an immediate and long-term impact on the individuals we serve,” states Deidre Donaldson, Ph.D., ABPP, May Institute’s Chief Clinical Officer. “Both organizations are dedicated to improving clinical understanding and creating new learning opportunities for the next generation of leaders in special education and the field of Applied Behavior Analysis.”

- See more at: http://www.mayinstitute.org/news/press_releases.html?year=2015&id=1825#sthash.VxKtf1wS.dpuf