New Partnership Between May Institute and Endicott College

December 19, 2015- Two 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. 

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 anyone interested in the program on the South Shore.

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.

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.”

For more information, to inquire about upcoming classes, or to learn more about the Institute for Applied Behavior Analysis at the Van Loan School, Endicott College, visit vanloan.endicott.edu/aba or contact Allyson Penaloza at 978-816-7642 or email at apenaloz@endicott.edu.

To enroll online, visit: https://vanloan.endicott.edu/admission-registration