Advanced Skill Diploma in Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA)

A University Diploma Programme by Manipur International University in association with JKP Care Foundation

200-Hour Professional Online Diploma Programme | Duration: 11 Months

About Program

The Advanced Skill Diploma in Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA) is a comprehensive 200-hour professional online diploma programme designed to develop theoretical knowledge, practical skills and applied competencies in the principles and practice of Applied Behaviour Analysis.

Organised by JKP Care Foundation, a government-registered non-profit organisation, the programme provides structured learning in behavioural assessment, Functional Behaviour Assessment, reinforcement, skill acquisition, communication development, autism intervention, behaviour reduction, intervention planning, data collection and progress monitoring.

With a dedicated 24-hour Demonstration & Practicum component, participants gain opportunities to observe practical demonstrations, analyse case-based situations and apply behavioural concepts through simulated activities, practical assignments and guided learning.

The programme emphasises the application of ABA principles across home, school, rehabilitation centre and community settings, with a focus on meaningful skill development and functional outcomes.

Course Info

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Program Director

Mrs. Mahalakshmi Shanmugham

Total Seats

Category

Course Time

Course Fees

India : INR 80,000
International : USD 1,000

11 Months

Skill Development

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Program Curriculum

Subject 4: Skill Acquisition, Communication & Autism Intervention — 36 Hours

Aggression and self-injurious behaviour
Tantrums and disruptive behaviour
Elopement and non-compliance
Stereotypic behaviour
Function-based intervention
Antecedent and consequence strategies
Replacement behaviours
Functional Communication Training (FCT)
Differential reinforcement and extinction
Behaviour Intervention Plans (BIPs)
Safety considerations
Generalisation and maintenance
Parent and teacher training
Progress monitoring

Subject 2: Behaviour Assessment, Measurement & Functional Analysis — 32 Hours

Professional boundaries and scope of practice
Client dignity and informed consent
Confidentiality and data protection
Professional competence
Evidence-informed practice
Family collaboration and multidisciplinary practice
Session documentation
Behaviour and progress reports
Case study analysis and presentation
Viva preparation and practical assessment
Final examination preparation

The curriculum progresses from foundational behavioural principles to assessment, intervention planning and professional practice.

Subject 1 : Subject 1: Foundations of Applied Behaviour Analysis — 28 Hours

Introduction, history and scope of ABA
Applied dimensions of ABA
Behaviourism and behaviour analysis
Operant and respondent behaviour
Antecedent–Behaviour–Consequence (ABC) framework
Stimulus control and discrimination
Generalisation and maintenance
Behavioural functions
ABA across home, school, centre and community settings
Parent-mediated and multidisciplinary intervention

Subject 6: Professional Practice, Ethics, Case Study & Assessment — 20 Hours

Behavioural assessment and case history
Interviews and direct observation
Operational definitions and baseline assessment
Frequency, rate, duration and latency
Interval recording and time sampling
ABC data collection
Data organisation, graphing and progress monitoring
Functional Behaviour Assessment (FBA)
Behavioural functions and functional hypotheses

Subject 3: Principles of Learning, Reinforcement & Behaviour Change — 28 Hours

Subject 5: Behaviour Reduction, Intervention Planning & Generalisation — 32 Hours

Classical and operant conditioning
Acquisition, extinction and stimulus control
Positive and negative reinforcement
Primary and secondary reinforcers
Reinforcement schedules
Motivation and motivating operations
Preference and reinforcer assessment
Shaping and prompt fading
Chaining and task analysis
Differential reinforcement
Token economy

Skill acquisition planning and behavioural objectives
Task analysis, prompting and prompt fading
Errorless learning
Discrete Trial Training (DTT)
Natural Environment Teaching (NET)
Incidental teaching
Functional communication
Verbal behaviour concepts: mand, tact, echoic and intraverbal
Listener responding and naming
Requesting and commenting
Introduction to Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC)
Autism intervention
Functional life skills, self-care, feeding, toileting and dressing
Independent living, community skills and vocational readiness

24-Hour Demonstration & Practicum

Learning Methodology

Live Online Classes: Structured teaching and faculty-led academic sessions.
Demonstrations: Observation of behavioural procedures and teaching strategies.
Guided Practicum: Application of concepts through simulated and case-based activities.
Case Studies: Analysis of realistic behavioural and developmental situations.
Assignments: Practical exercises related to assessment, intervention and data analysis.
Data Analysis: Behavioural measurement, graphing and progress interpretation.
Case Presentations: Opportunities to present and discuss intervention approaches.
Assessment: Continuous evaluation and a comprehensive final examination.

Who Can Enrol?

Applicants should independently verify any professional registration, licensing or certification requirements applicable to their jurisdiction and intended professional role. JKP Care Foundation is a non-profit organisation committed to professional education and developmental support. The programme fee is structured to support faculty sessions, academic resources, administration and participant support.The published fee is standard and fixed for all participants. Individual discounts, concessions and fee negotiations are not available. We appreciate your understanding and support of our non-profit educational mission.Fee Once Paid, is non refundable under any circumstances.

From Theory to Practice - The programme includes a dedicated 24-hour practical component designed to connect academic learning with applied behavioural procedures.

The practicum covers six areas:

Behaviour Observation & ABC Recording — Understand behavioural patterns through structured observation.
Behaviour Measurement & Data Collection — Practise recording, organising and interpreting behavioural data.
Reinforcement & Preference Assessment — Explore preference assessment and reinforcement procedures.
Skill Acquisition & Teaching — Observe and practise structured teaching techniques.
Communication & Functional Skills — Examine strategies for communication and everyday functional skill development.
Behaviour Intervention Plan — Learn to formulate structured, function-based intervention plans.

Practical learning may include live and video-based demonstrations, role play, simulated client scenarios, case analysis, behavioural observation, data collection exercises, intervention planning, peer practice, practical assignments and faculty feedback.

Clinical psychologists and psychologists
Special educators
Occupational therapists
Speech and language professionals
Behaviour therapists
Autism intervention professionals
Teachers and shadow teachers
Counsellors and social workers
Rehabilitation professionals
Parents and caregivers
Professionals working with children with developmental disabilities
Individuals interested in behavioural intervention

Eligibility Criteria : Graduation or an equivalent qualification is required.

For special educators: D.Ed. with 2 years experience is also accepted.

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Course Enquiry

JKP Care Foundation is a registered non-governmental organization committed to empowering professionals and caregivers in the field of special needs education and therapy. We provide structured, ethical, and practice-oriented training programs for doctors, therapists, educators, and parents, with a focus on building inclusive and child-centric support systems.