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Free Therapeutic Assistant Course of the Federal Institute Has 200 Vacancies for Training in Behavioral Intervention for ASD, Beginning in August.
This Tuesday, (07/30), the Federal Institute of Rondônia (IFRO) is open for enrollment for the course of Therapeutic Assistant, aimed at Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). A total of 200 vacancies are available for the Initial and Continuing Education Course (FIC), which will begin in August 2024. This free course aims to prepare professionals to work in behavioral intervention in different daily contexts, such as the family, school environment, and workplace.
Structure and Modalities of the Free Course of the Federal Institute
The free course will have a total workload of 160 hours and will be offered in a hybrid modality. This means that activities will be split between the virtual environment and face-to-face meetings.
Students will be able to participate in classes remotely, but will need to attend the face-to-face meetings that will take place at the IF — Vilhena Campus, located in Vilhena, Rondônia.
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Face-to-face classes will be conducted according to a schedule that will be provided to the students.
The combination of distance education with face-to-face meetings provides flexibility for participants while ensuring the interaction and practice necessary for effective learning.
Requirements and Curriculum Matrix
To register for the free course, it is necessary to have completed Elementary School and have basic technology knowledge.
Candidates must have a computer, mobile phone, or tablet with internet access to follow the EAD activities.
The curriculum matrix of the course includes a variety of essential modules for the training of a therapeutic assistant. The course structure is as follows:
- Introduction to EAD — 10 hours;
- Skill Acquisition — 20 hours;
- Legal Aspects of the Person with ASD — 10 hours;
- Acting in the School Environment — 10 hours;
- Acting in the Family Environment — 10 hours;
- Assessments and Intervention Strategies — 20 hours;
- Conceptualization of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) — 40 hours;
- Conceptualization of ASD (Autism Spectrum Disorder) — 20 hours;
- Professional Ethics — 10 hours;
- The Therapeutic Companion Professional — 10 hours.
This structure has been developed to provide a complete and comprehensive education, addressing both theoretical aspects and practical intervention strategies for ASD.
Selection Process and Registrations
Interested parties must register for the free course by August 14, 2024. Registrations can be made online, through the official page of the Federal Institute.
Click here to register.
The selection process will be carried out on a first-come, first-served basis, meaning vacancies will be filled according to the date of submission of the registration form.
It is important for candidates to register as soon as possible to secure a spot in the course.
After the registration period ends, the classification results will be published on the official IF selection website.
Certification and Attendance Requirements of the Federal Institute
To obtain the completion certificate of the course, participants need to meet at least 75% attendance in both face-to-face and distance activities.
Additionally, it is necessary to achieve a score equal to or higher than 60 points in the evaluative activities conducted during the course.
The certification is a crucial step as it validates the participants’ learning and qualifies them to work professionally as therapeutic assistants.
The free course from IF is aligned with market demands and the specific needs of the field of work with people with ASD.
The Therapeutic Assistant course offered by the Federal Institute (IF) represents a significant opportunity for those interested in working in the health and behavioral intervention field.
With a complete education and a hybrid format, the course meets various participant needs and offers a solid foundation for professional practice.
For more information about the free course and the selection process, interested parties should access the indicated pages or contact the Federal Institute directly.
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