EMPOWERING KIDS
WITH AUTISM THROUGH ABA THERAPY
EMPOWERING KIDS
WITH AUTISM THROUGH ABA THERAPY
We provide evidence-based ABA therapy for kids on the autism spectrum, guided by certified specialists and BCBA supervision, to help each child reach their full potential. Accessible through OAP-approved funding.
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At Step Up Academy of Learning, we are dedicated to providing comprehensive support for families managing an Autism diagnosis through autism support program.
For over 10 years, our center-based ABA therapy services in Oshawa, Ajax, and Scarborough have been tailored to each child’s unique needs.
We begin with an initial meeting to create personalized programs, plans, and goals in collaboration with a Therapist, a Clinical Supervisor (BCBA), and the family. Through continuous assessments, we ensure progress and adapt the program to meet evolving needs.
Guided by research and evidence of success, we use hands-on tools and positive reinforcement techniques to help children on the spectrum thrive and reach their full potential. Our services are available through OAP-approved funding to make access easier for families.
Our Core Services
Building Confidence with Our Autism Support Program
Communication Skills
Our ABA Therapy program offers small group or personalized sessions to enhance communication skills such as following instructions, making requests, and naming items. This tailored approach helps children build confidence to interact, express their needs, and navigate daily situations more independently.
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Academic Learning Skills
Academic skills like reading, writing, and math are key to building independence. Using ABA strategies and BCBA supervision, children develop writing skills, progress in reading from phonics to comprehension, and build math skills in areas like addition, subtraction, geometry, and financial literacy. These skills help children succeed in school and everyday life.
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Independent Living Skills
Our ABA therapy for kids focuses on teaching essential life skills like dressing, asking for help, and communicating needs. Through personalized strategies, we help children build confidence and independence to navigate daily tasks on their own, fostering greater self-sufficiency and participation in everyday life.
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Social Skills
Social skills in our ABA therapy program focus on understanding personal space, respecting consent, asking for help, and engaging in conversations. These skills help children build positive relationships, communicate effectively, and interact confidently in various social settings.
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Speech Therapy
The speech program for children with Autism focuses on developing both receptive (understanding) and expressive (speaking, signing, and Augmentative & Alternative Communication systems) communication skills. To support children on the Autism Spectrum, we integrate additional behavior supports, ensuring their communication abilities develop effectively, allowing them to express themselves and interact with others confidently.
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Our ABA Therapy Team
Step Up Academy of Learning’s Academic ABA Therapy Team consists of:
- Special Education Teachers
- Ontario Certified Classroom Teachers
- Educational Assistants from the Special Education Classroom
- Child and Youth Workers
- Speech Specialists
- Behaviour Technicians
- Board Certified Behaviour Analysts (BCBA)
- Speech Language Pathologists (SLP)
How to Get Started
Every student starts off the in the following way:
Step 01
Initial phone call to get more information.
Step 02
Intake meetings and assessments with required professionals.
Step 03
Develop learning plan in collaboration with parents.
Step 04
Arrange teacher/technician that fits the student’s specific needs.
Step 05
Start classes with teacher/technician and receive ongoing feedback.
Step 06
Collaborate with parents to track student progress and share additional work and strategies to allow for a team-based approach to support each child.
Sessions run from 8am to 8pm, with time slots tailored to each child’s program needs
Frequently Asked Questions
Empowering Growth with Our Autism Support Program
What age of children/clients do you work with?
We work with children between 3 to 18 years of age as well as adults. Depending on the age and need of the child/client, we offer a range of different programs.
Are these programs funded by the Ontario Autism Program (OAP)?
Services that meet the requirements of ABA therapy and fall within OAP’s Core Clinical Services can be paid for using your OAP Funds.
Are parents able to use their work insurance to pay for the classes?
Our Speech Language Pathologists are registered with the necessary regulatory boards and therefore Speech Therapy can be covered using most insurance funds. We would encourage you to check with your insurance company as well.
How long and how frequent are the classes?
The length of each session depends on a range of factors such as the child’s age, learning goals and needs as well as the specific program. In general, sessions range from 1 to 3 hours in length.
What does Academic ABA Therapy mean or look like for a child with Autism in your program?
Academic ABA Therapy are connected to life skills. This means equipping children with the ability to read and comprehend, teaching them higher order thinking skills (making predictions, inference making, identifying the message in a reading, finding the main idea, etc.), building strong writing skills and teaching math concepts.
We first establish specific learning goals, and then build these skills based on traditional worksheet based work, hands on puzzles, interactive games and activities, as well as conversation and strategies catered to help the child understand concepts.
I want my child to build specific skills. What role can I play in building the learning plan?
When developing the learning plan, our parents play an important role in informing the process and co-developing learning goals. Your needs will be met, our approach is to make sure we develop a step by step plan to help your child reach these milestones.
Do you provide in home services?
At the moment, Step Up Academy of Learning services are provided on site at our three locations in Scarborough, Ajax and Oshawa.
What time do these sessions take place?
We have 1-1 sessions starting from 8am in the morning based on our teacher/technician’s availability. Each child’s specific timing depends on their needs and the teacher/technician that is available.