PLC ACADEMY
Evidence-Based Learning for Life
Move beyond traditional classroom limitations. PLC Academy offers Durham Region’s most comprehensive life skills education with OAP-approved Clinical Supervision, delivering quality ABA therapy at an affordable $20-24 per hour.
PROGRAMS
Boost Independence with Evidence-Based Learning
Our innovative academy empowers teens aged 15-18 with developmental needs through intensive, individualized instruction in our state-of-the-art facility. With BCBA supervision and 3:1 staff ratios, we deliver premium programming that prepares students for successful adult lives – all at a fraction of traditional ABA costs.
Get a head start on building real-world skills that matter.
Get a head start on building real-world skills that matter.
Premium Alternative to Traditional Special Education
Move beyond large classroom settings to personalized, evidence-based instruction designed specifically for teens with Intellectual Disability, Developmental Disability, and Autism Spectrum Disorder.
Enhancing Skills with Expert BCBA Supervision and Training
Board Certified Behaviour Analyst oversight ensures quality programming with evidence-based interventions tailored to individual needs. Your OAP funding covers premium ABA services at just $20-24.
Holistic Approach to Essential Life Skills Development
Master essential skills across six core areas: Communication & Social Skills, Functional Academics, Independent Living, Community Integration, Vocational Preparation, and Health & Wellness.
Join PLC Academy
Discover your teen’s full potential through hands-on learning that transforms everyday challenges into lifelong capabilities, from cooking and budgeting to job readiness and community navigation.
Affordable ABA Through Innovation
Our partnerships with local colleges allow us to bring in placement students, while Progressive Steps Training and Consultation Inc provides a BCBA funded through a workforce capacity grant. This innovative collaboration enables us to deliver affordable ABA services, helping families to fully utilize their OAP funding.
Flexible Programming Options
Choose from 2-day to 5-day intensive tracks, with options for partial enrollment alongside regular school attendance.
Pre-Requisite Skills
- Group Tolerance: can work along side 2 – 3 peers
- Functional Communication: Uses verbal, ACC or gestues to communicate
- Safety Awareness: Follows basic safety instructions
- Learning Motivation: Shows interest in skill development
- Behavioural Readiness: Minimal aggressive or self-injurious behaviours
- Safety Cooperation: No significant elopement or wandering behaviours
PROGRAMS
Comprehensive Curriculum
Communication & Social Skills
- Functional Communication: Verbal, AAC, and alternative methods
- Social Interaction: Peer relationships, conversation skills, conflict resolution
- Self-Advocacy: Expressing needs, making choices, requesting help
- Digital Communication: Email, texting, video calls for modern connectivity
Functional Academics
- Practical Literacy: Reading for daily living, safety signs, instructions
- Applied Mathematics: Money management, time concepts, measurements
- Technology Integration: Computer skills, smartphone use, online safety
- Research Skills: Finding information, making informed decisions
Independent Living Skills
- Culinary Arts: Meal planning, cooking, kitchen safety, nutrition
- Home Management: Cleaning, laundry, organization, maintenance
- Personal Care: Hygiene, grooming, health management
- Financial Literacy: Banking, budgeting, saving, smart spending
Community Integration & Safety
- Transportation: Public transit, ride-sharing, pedestrian safety
- Consumer Skills: Shopping, comparing prices, understanding receipts
- Community Resources: Accessing services, rights and responsibilities
- Emergency Preparedness: Safety protocols, emergency contacts, crisis management
Vocational Preparation
- Work Readiness: Punctuality, following directions, workplace behavior
- Job Search Skills: Resume writing, interview preparation, applications
- Career Exploration: Identifying interests, understanding job requirements
- Workplace Social Skills: Professional communication, teamwork, problem-solving
Health & Wellness
- Physical Fitness: Strength training, cardiovascular health, flexibility
- Mental Health: Emotional regulation, stress management, mindfulness
- Healthy Relationships: Boundaries, friendship, family dynamics
- Recreation & Leisure: Hobby development, community activities, personal interests