Dr. Joshua Jessel

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Joshua Jessel completed his doctoral degree at Western New England University, focusing his primary research on the assessment and treatment of challenging behavior in autistic children. He served as a postdoctoral fellow at a clinic in Texas, where he directed multiple research-based outpatient clinics across the United States. His research interests include developing safe and efficient methods for assessing challenging behavior exhibited by children with intellectual and developmental disabilities, and evaluating skill-based treatments informed by assessments. Jessel has published over 50 peer-reviewed research articles and book chapters, contributing significantly to fields such as functional assessment and trauma-informed care. His work also involves innovative approaches to addressing challenging behavior through functional analysis, skill-based treatment procedures, and comprehensive models. He is actively engaged in sharing his knowledge through workshops and podcasts.

Research Interests

Experience

Assistant Professor

— Present

Brock University • St. Catharines, Ontario, Canada

Teaches courses and supervises research related to applied disability studies.

Requirements for Brock University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:21
Reading
Required:21
Writing
Required:21
Speaking
Required:21
Total
Required:88
PTE
Listening
Required:60
Reading
Required:60
Writing
Required:60
Speaking
Required:60
Overall
Required:60
Prerequisites
Four-year undergraduate degree in a related field Satisfactory academic standing
Application Checklist
  • Online application
  • Official transcripts
  • Two electronic reference reports
  • Statement of Intent
  • CV/Resume
Specialization Notes

This entry applies to the general Graduate Studies standard for departments such as English Language and Literature, History, Philosophy, and Sociology.