Master of Applied Disability Studies in St. Catharines Canada | Brock University

Brock University stands as Ontario's sole institution providing a Master of Applied Disability Studies (MADS) degree. This program allows students to focus on either Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA) or Leadership, Diversity, Community, and Culture (LDCC). The ABA track features coursework approved by the Behavior Analyst Certification Board®, meeting the educational prerequisites for Board Certified Behavior Analyst® certification. Meanwhile, the LDCC specialization delivers advanced training in critical domains for professional growth within the disability field. Structured for flexibility, the MADS program can be finished in two years of full-time study or three years part-time (available to ABA students exclusively), catering to both practicing and aspiring professionals. Course scheduling accommodates full-time learners with weekday and weekend classes, while part-time students attend weekend sessions at various Ontario locations.