BEHV 5625 - ABA Issues: Behavioral Gerontology

3 hours

Provides students with an overview of perspectives and commentaries related to the science and practice of applied behavior analysis when applied to behavioral gerontology. Through lectures and readings, students examine the role of behavior analysis in supporting high quality of life for ageing populations, the selection of meaningful goals and effective interventions during this period of life, and strategies for creating effective interventions in home communities and support facilities. Themes include quality of life, multi-sourced data-based decision making, and collaboration with caregivers and service providers.

Prerequisite(s): BEHV 5610, BEHV 5611, BEHV 5612, BEHV 5613.