Center-Based ABA
in Wyckoff, NJ
Early Learners (1-4 yrs)
What is the education like at our center-based ABA program for early learners?
Parents often ask us, "What's the difference between ABLG's center program and a typical daycare or preschool program?" While there are some similiarities in terms of opportunities for group instruction and activities like arts and crafts, music, and circle time, a significant difference is the ratio of instruction (1 staff assigned to each learner - 1:1) with highly trained staff and the intensity/individualization of the instruction.
The purpose of our center-based ABA program for early learners is to ensure that we teach learning readiness skills and functional social communication skills. We do this through a skillful combination of discrete trial instruction (DTI), natural environment training (NET), and play-based learning. Our goal is to improve criticial skills that will enable our learners to participate in their least restrictive environment (LRE).
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Program Length
Days
Monday through Friday
Length of Year
Year-round
(approx 250 days)
Session Options
AM-only Sessions
9:00am to 12:00pm
PM-only Sessions
12:00pm to 3:00pm OR
1:00pm to 4:00pm
Full-day Sessions
9:00am to 4:00pm
Educational Format
Ratio
1:1 for the most of the day
Activities
Numerous opportunities for intensive instruction, play-based learning, and small group activities (arts/crafts, music, circle time, movement)
Other Information
Breakfast/Lunch
Provided by families
Nap-time
Offered to learners mid-day
School-Aged Students (5 yrs +)
What is the education like at the center-based ABA program for school-aged students?
Our center-based program for school-aged program is designed to provide a comprehensive educational experience with oversight from individuals with expertise in applied behavior analysis.
We utilize modern assessments and curricula (e.g., VB-MAPP, PEAK) in order to develop meaningful goals that challenge our students and provide them with the core skills necessary to develop their social and communication competence.
Please click through the slideshow to learn about the various key features of our program.
Program Length
Days
Monday through Friday
Length of Year
Traditional - 210 days OR
Intensive - 235 days
Session Options
Traditional Length
9:00am to 3:00pm
Extended Length
9:00am to 4:00pm
Educational Format
Ratio
1:1 for most of the day
Schedule
Numerous opportunities for intensive instruction and small group activities (arts/crafts, music, circle time, movement)
Other Information
Transportation
Arranged by families
Breakfast/Lunch
Provided by families
More Center Highlights
Professional Guidance
Oversight by Clinical Director
Significant experience with assessment and programming
Regular meetings with Center BCBAs
Family Support
Parent training on an as-needed basis
Monthly observations on-site or virtually
Monthly clinic to review progress
(school-aged center services)
Other Information
Coordination with additional service providers
Home-based supplemental services available
Progress reports provided four times per year
(school-aged center services)