ABA 830 - Understanding the Tenets of the Positive Behavioral Support Approach

Positive behavior support has received a great deal of attention for its potential contribution to the treatment of challenging behaviors in learners with special needs. In this course, students will study seminal works in PBS, and will identify the core characteristics, values, and foci of PBS interventions. In addition, we will explore the application of PBS to a variety of populations and settings. Students will become fluent in the philosophy and theoretical underpinnings of PBS.

Credits: 3