Post-Baccalaureate Certificate
Post-Baccalaureate Certificate
Post-Baccalaureate Certificate Program in Applied Behavior Analysis
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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. In 2003, the Behavior Analyst Certification Board, Inc.® approved three courses (12 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 15 credits.
Program Goal
Specific Objectives of the Program
- Students will know the basic principles of behavior and the empirical basis for these principles.
- Students will know how to apply these basic principles of behavior to effectively change individual and group behavior.
- Students will demonstrate knowledge and ability to assess and identify the function of behaviors and behavior problems.
- Students will learn how to systematically evaluate interventions and to provide feedback to clients and consumers.
Program Structure
The Post-Baccalaureate Certificate in Applied Behavior Analysis program consists of 18 credits:
Required Courses |
PSY 02.310 Learning and Behavior (3 credits) |
PSY 02.325 Functional Behavior Assessment (3 credits) |
PSY 02.320 Single Subject Research Methodology (3 credits) |
PSY 02.305 Applied Behavior Analysis (3 credits) |
PSY 01.424 Professional Issues in Applied Behavior Analysis (3 credits) |
PSY 01.425 Fieldwork in Applied Behavior Analysis (3 credits) |
TOTAL CREDITS: 18 |
Ideal Sequencing of Courses
Fall Year 1* |
Spring Year 1 |
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PSY 02.320 |
Single-Subject Methodology |
PSY 02.305 | Applied Behavior Analysis |
PSY 03.325 |
Functional Behavior Assessment |
PSY 01.424 |
Professional Issues in ABA |
Credit Hours: 6 |
Credit Hours: 6 |
Fall Year 2 |
Spring Year 2 |
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PSY 01.425 |
Fieldwork in ABA (some students) |
PSY 01.425 | Fieldwork in ABA (some students) |
Credit Hours: 3 |
Credit Hours: 3 |
*Assumes students have taken Learning and Behavior