Our Services
We provide cutting-edge early intervention,
using Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) with compassion for individuals with autism and other developmental needs.
We are the only internationally renowned ABA early intervention available for Singapore’s EIPIC-P subsidy.
ABC has helped thousands of individuals with autism globally over the past 30 years. All our programs are individually designed and implemented based on the unique needs of each child.
Why Choose ABC Center’s Early Intervention?
ABC Center has global expertise in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) intervention. Clinical research consistently shows this leads to significant gains in skills and development, creating meaningful and lasting change in quality of life.
Each program is carefully designed by our Board Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBAs) to match your child’s unique learning style and skill level.
We are the only internationally renowned ABA early intervention programme available for Singapore’s EIPIC-P subsidy.
Evidence-Based Results
Studies show that children receiving 20-40 hours per week of intensive ABA therapy demonstrate significant improvements in:
- Language and communication
- Cognition and perception
- Social functioning and play skills
- Daily living skills
There is also a reduction in negative behavior such as self-injury, tantrums, and rigidity, thereby allowing the child to unlock his/her potential better.
Infant/ Toddler Program
Ages 0-3
For infants and toddlers up to 3 years who exhibit autistic-like behaviors, who are at risk of a diagnosis of autism, or who have a diagnosis on the Autism Spectrum.
Early Start Advantage: Early intervention during these critical developmental years can significantly improve long-term outcomes and may prevent or reduce the severity of autism symptoms.
Early Intervention
Research shows that early intervention leads to the best outcomes. Our Infant/Toddler program targets critical developmental windows when the child is most receptive to learning.
What Does It Teach?
- Eye contact, play and responding to social reinforcement
- Learning is done via play-based stimuli appropriate for toddlers
- Each child's program is individualized
ABA Intensive Early Intervention
(EIPIC-P approved)
Ages 3-12
For children with ASD (Autism Spectrum Disorder) or other neurodevelopmental needs between the ages of 3 and 12. This is a language-based early intervention, individually designed for each child. The goal is to prepare for integration into school with essential social, communication and academic readiness skills. Offered as either 1:1 or small group (2-3 is to 1), and available for Singapore’s EIPIC-P subsidy.
Improving Critical Skills
- Critical language and communication development
- Functional activities, socialization and play
- Classroom behavior and group skills
- Self-help independence
- Generalization of mastered skills
Reducing Negative Behavior
- Less tantrums and excessive crying
- Less aggression and injurious behavior
- Less behavior rigidity
- Less self-stimulation and sensory issues
How Successful Is It?
In line with 50 years of clinical data, 100% of children make progress.
100% able to express wants/needs within a year. Progress is seen in all domains:
- Language & Communication
- Cognitive & Perception
- Social/Play and Group Skills
- Motor and Pre-academic Writing Skills
- Reduction in Negative Behavior
EarlyPreps Small Group Intervention
(EIPIC-P approved)
Ages 2-7
Developed for children from 2 to 7 years old, with neurodevelopmental needs who are ready to learn in a group class setting and are preparing for eventual mainstream or special education primary school.
Each child has his/her own individualized education plan (IEP) to learn according to own needs, style and pace, while also integrating peer interaction for social learning and understanding of proper classroom behavior. Available for EIPIC-P subsidy for Singaporean/PR children.
What Does It Teach?
- Language and Communication
- Cognition and Perception
- Kindergarten-type Numeracy, Reading, Writing
- Classroom Behavior and Group Social Behavior
- Emotional Regulation and Reduction of Negative Behavior (tantrums, rigidity)
How Successful Is It?
Clinical data show that:
- 100% of children make progress
- Progress is significant in all domains (language, cognition, social skills, motor skills, classroom behavior)
- 100% of children in this program have graduated to either mainstream or special needs primary school
In Home ABA Program
We also provide our ABA Intensive Behavioral Program at the child’s home, assuming that the child’s assessed needs would warrant a home program. This program is subject to availability.
Benefits of Home-Based Therapy
- Therapy in the child's natural environment
- Greater family involvement and observation
- Skills practiced with everyday materials and routines
Social Intelligence Coaching
High-Functioning
Designed for children who already have good verbal skills, this will develop social skills to build positive interactions – to understand social cues, proper behavior and response without awkwardness, enabling them to behave more comfortably in everyday social settings.
Who Benefits?
- Children with Asperger's syndrome
- High-functioning autism
- ADHD or learning difficulties
Skills Taught
- Taking other people's perspectives
- Making and maintaining friendships
- Understanding social cues and norms
- Self-management and independence
Independent Living Skills
Ages 9+
As our children grow, we want them to live more independently – to learn to dress, maybe make a sandwich, eventually read road signs, go to the grocery. This is designed for older children (9 years and above) to live and function more independently.
Self-Help Skills
Dressing, grooming, personal hygiene
Home Tasks
Cooking, cleaning, organizing
Pre-Vocational
Job readiness and work skills
Lessons will be designed to create situations in which the children can practice skills when certain social cues are present, preparing them for greater independence in their daily lives.
Classroom Shadowing and Consultation
School Support
Focused Support
Comprehensive Program
Parent/Caregiver Training
We believe parents and caregivers are integral to maximize the success of the ABA program. Hence, we provide training seminars to enable consistency of approach both in the center and at home.
Understand ABA Principles
Learn the theoretical underpinnings of ABA
Learn Strategies
Evidence-based methods to use at home
Ensure Consistency
Same approach at center and home