Program at a Glance

Program: Graduate Certificate
College(s): College of Community Innovation and Education
Department(s): Teacher Education, Schl of

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®.

Total Credit Hours Required: 18 Credit Hours Minimum beyond the Bachelor's Degree.

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.

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.

Please note: Special Education Graduate Certificate may be completed fully online. Newly admitted students choosing to complete this program exclusively via UCF online classes may enroll with a reduction in campus-based fees.

International students (F or J visa) are required to enroll in a full-time course load of 9 credit hours during the fall and spring semesters. Only 3 of the 9 credit hours may be taken in a completely online format. For a detailed listing of enrollment requirements for international students, please visit UCF Global. If you have questions, please consult UCF Global at (407) 823-2337.

UCF is not authorized to provide online courses or instruction to students in some states. Refer to State Restrictions for current information.