College Announces New Certificate Program in Applied Behavior Analysis
Posted June 29, 2009
Western New England College has launched a new certificate program to meet the growing demand for professionals trained in the best practices for the education and treatment of individuals with autism and related disabilities. Starting this fall, the College will offer the Certificate in Applied Behavior Analysis.
Applied behavior analysis uses scientific principles of human behavior and learning to facilitate socially important behavior change. The approach is useful in school settings because it enables teachers to more effectively assess and influence student learning or problem behavior.
The certificate program is designed for working professionals who have already earned a bachelor’s or master’s degree. Classes meet one night per week over the course of four, 11-week semesters. The two-year program combines coursework with practicum training, providing students with real-life experiences. The program will position students to take the exam to become a Board Certified Associate Behavior Analyst or a Board Certified Behavior Analyst, depending on their qualifications.
Classes begin this fall. For more information or to apply, contact the Admissions Office at 413-782-1517 or study@wnec.edu.
College Staff Volunteer at Extreme Makeover Site
Posted June 25, 2009
Several staff and faculty of Western New England College are volunteering this week in Suffield, CT at the site of the latest “ABC-TV Extreme Makeover: Home Edition” project. Dave Stawasz, Associate Director of Media Relations and Internal Communication, and Kathy Pappas G'98, Director of Alumni Relations, in photo above, volunteered in the media tent. Several other staff and faculty are volunteering on site as well throughout the week. In seven days, crews are rebuilding the small, fire-damaged and deteriorating home of the musical Hill family who give the gifts of song and inspiration to their community here in the Pioneer Valley. The Hill family will move into their new home on Sunday, June 28. The program will be seen on ABC in September.
New Residence Hall Nearing Completion
Posted June 23, 2009
As the College continues to grow, so does its need for campus housing. Construction for the new residence hall, Southwood, is nearing completion and will begin housing students for the upcoming semester, which begins August 31. Southwood is located behind the George E. Trelease Memorial Baseball Park.
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