Post-Baccalaureate Certificate

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Post-Baccalaureate Certificate

Post-Baccalaureate Certificate Program in Applied Behavior Analysis

One of the most frequently utilized treatment approaches for children and adults with special needs, such as autism and developmental disabilities, is applied behavior analysis. Although many laypeople have an understanding and appreciation of behavioral principles (e.g., positive reinforcement), the design and implementation of ethical and efficacious behavioral interventions requires advanced training in applied behavior analysis. The Behavior Analyst Certification Board, Inc. certifies two levels of behavior analysts: Board Certified assistant Behavior Analysts (BCaBA) for individuals with a bachelor's degree and Board Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBA) for individuals with a Master degree. The Association for Behavior Analysis, International approved six courses (18 credits) offered by the Psychology Department as meeting their requirements for the coursework for the BCaBA. The Post-Baccalaureate Certificate Program in Applied Behavior Analysis consists of 18 credits.

Program Goal & Objectives

The goal of this program is to provide individuals with the necessary coursework, knowledge, abilities, and skills to become a behavior analyst and to seek certification from the Behavior Analyst Certification Board, Inc. as a Board Certified assistant Behavior Analyst (BCaBA).

In this program, students will:

  • know the basic principles of behavior and the empirical basis for these principles.
  • know how to apply these basic principles of behavior to effectively change individual and group behavior.
  • demonstrate knowledge and ability to assess and identify the function of behaviors and behavior problems.
  • learn how to systematically evaluate interventions and to provide feedback to clients and consumers.

Program Structure

The Applied Behavior Analysis Post-Baccalaureate is a part-time program offered in face-to-face format. It requires the completion of 18 undergraduate semester hours. A list of required courses can be found here.

Application Information

For more information about the application process, visit our Admission Page or click the link below.

How to Apply 

Contact Us

Program Advisor:
Bethany Raiff, Ph.D, BCBA-D.
856-256-4500 x53782
raiff@rowan.edu