Program Description
This program delivers a flexible but rigorous fully online Verified Course Sequence approved by the BACB addressing all of the information required to take the Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) exam. This program is comprised of 21 units (seven-course sequence). This means that the certificate program can be completed in 18 months, which includes four consecutive semesters and one summer session. Students with a BCBA can work in clinics, schools, or the homes of children/adults with behavior problems. This non-degree program does not lead to a Master's degree in Applied Behavior Analysis or Teacher Certification.
Prerequisite Degree: The applicant must possess a master's degree from an accredited college or university.
Financial Aid: This program is not eligible to receive federal financial aid; however, you may attempt to secure a private educational loan. Office of Scholarships and Financial Aid (OSFA) accepts and works with all private education loan providers. Students are encouraged to explore their options and find a lender and loan that best meets their needs.
Requirements for Admission
- Applicant must hold a master’s degree from accredited college or university
- A minimum of 3.00 grade point average
- Supervision plan by someone who already holds the BCBA
- Three letters of recommendation
- Personal Statement
Core Coursework: 21 Units
Program students must complete these seven 3-unit courses. The Verified Course Sequence in the BCBA Certificate Program address competencies in the following areas:
- 30 hours - Concepts & Principles.
- 15 hours – Philosophical Underpinnings.
- This course provides 3 credit hours/45 clock hours of instruction.
- 45 hours – Concepts and Principles.
- This course provides 3 credit hours/45 clock hours of instruction.
- 45 hours - Behavior Assessment.
- This course provides 3 credit hours/45 clock hours of instruction.
- 45 hours – Behavior-Change Procedures; Selecting and Implementing Interventions.
- This course provides 3 credit hours/45 clock hours of instruction.
- 45 hours – BACB Compliance Code and Disciplinary Systems; Professionalism.
- This course provides 3 credit hours/45 clock hours of instruction.
- 15 hours - Behavior-Change Procedures; Selecting and Implementing Interventions.
- 30 hours - Personnel Supervision and Management.
- This course provides 3 credit hours/45 clock hours of instruction.
- 45 hours - Measurements, Data Display and Interpretation; Experimental Design.
- This course provides 3 credit hours/45 clock hours of instruction.