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NECC and UMW Cooperative Learning Program<\/h1><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n
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About The New England Center for Children<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Since its founding in 1975, The New England Center for Children (NECC) has remained true to its original mission: providing state-of-the-art education and individualized treatment\u2014with care and respect\u2014for children with autism and other disabilities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

As a private, nonprofit corporation, our commitment extends to creating a positive, professional environment for our staff so that they can work cooperatively toward achieving NECC\u2019s goals.  We strive to be at the forefront of conducting and publishing research to further the understanding and treatment of autism and related disabilities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

About the Cooperative Learning Program<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The program includes both didactic coursework and supervised practicum experiences.  Trainees will learn theoretical and practical applications of behavior analysis techniques, and how to develop educational curriculum and behavior management programs for students who have a range of needs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Trainees will attend two courses offered on-site by Northeastern University and Simmons College.  These courses will count as electives within the psychological science department at UMW. Trainees will also spend about 30 hours each week gaining hands-on experience as student teachers. This experience will result in six internship credits.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Students will enroll at UMW and pay for full-time tuition and fees (in-state or out-of-state as appropriate), as well as the current cost of double occupancy housing.  NECC will provide housing in close proximity to the Center; the student is responsible for the cost of their own food.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What are the prerequisites?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n