Applied Behavior Analysis

Program Description

The Graduate Certificate in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) is housed within the Special Education program in the School of Teacher Education. The ABA graduate certificate program is designed to provide specialized coursework for students in Education, Psychology, Communication Disorders, and related fields. The program fulfills the coursework requirements of the Behavior Analyst Certification Board®, fourth edition task list.

The ABA Certificate does not directly certify individuals in Applied Behavior Analysis; however, it can be listed as a Graduate Certificate in ABA as part of one’s credentials. Completion of the certificate meets the coursework requirements for eligibility for National Board Certification as a Behavior Analyst.

This program has potential ties to state-regulated professional licensure or certification in the field. For more information on how this program may prepare you in that regard, please visit https://apq.ucf.edu/files/Licensure-Disclosure-CCIE-Applied-Behavior-Analysis-GC-June2020.pdf.

Curriculum

The Graduate Certificate in Applied Behavior Analysis requires 18 credit hours.

Total Credit Hours Required: 18 Credit Hours Minimum beyond the Master’s Degree.

Required Courses—18 Credit Hours

• EEX 6618 - Single Case Research Methodology 3 Credit Hours
• EEX 6608 - Concepts and Principles in Applied Behavior Analysis 3 Credit Hours
• EEX 6612 - Methods of Behavioral Management 3 Credit Hours
• EEX 6619 - Advanced Behavior Analysis 3 Credit Hours
• EEX 6668 - Radical Behaviorism 3 Credit Hours
• EEX 6747 - Ethics and Legal Issues in Applied Behavior Analysis 3 Credit Hours

Application Requirements

Admission is open to those with a bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited institution or those currently enrolled in or possessing a master’s degree in education, psychology, or a related field. An application to the graduate certificate program and official transcripts must be submitted. Applicants must apply online. All requested materials must be submitted by the established deadline. The Applied Behavior Analysis Graduate Certificate program admits twice per year in the fall and summer terms only.

This program can only accommodate a limited number of students; therefore, there is a possibility of being denied admission even when all criteria are met.

Individuals seeking national certification through the Behavior Analysis Certification Board (BACB) must obtain a master’s degree in applied behavior analysis, education, psychology, or a related field; complete acceptable graduate coursework, complete a defined period of supervised practical experience and apply for the national board certification exam. For more information please visit the following website: https://www.bacb.com/bcba/bcba-requirements/.

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