Certificate in Applied Behavior Analysis

Program Overview

Saint Elizabeth University's Certificate Program in Applied Behavior Analysis is designed for the student who is seeking to become a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA).

Course content is based on the BACB Fifth Edition Task List and prepares students to take the BCBA exam. The Certificate Program consists of 6 core courses (19 credits).

Certificate Requirements

Required Courses (19 Credits)

ABA600Foundations in Applied Behavior Analysis

3

ABA601Theories and Principles of Behavior Analysis and Learning

3

ABA602Research Methods and Measurement

3

ABA604Interventions and Evidence-Based Practices

3

ABA605Assessment & Strategic Design

3

ABA606Applied Ethics and Professionalism

4

Admission Criteria

Applicants must follow all of the admission criteria for graduate programs including but not limited to:

  • Official undergraduate/graduate transcripts
  • Two letters of recommendation for graduate study
  • Personal Statement: An assessment of applicant's strengths and areas of development as they relate to your selected field of study; and applicant's educational objectives and career goals and how they relate to this area of study. For example: What is it that attracted you to this program? Use specific examples when possible.
  • Personal Interview
  • Completed Application