Post-Baccalaureate Certificate Program in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA)

Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) is a well-developed field of study among the helping and education professions. ABA entails the comprehensive use of empirically validated principles of human learning to enhance the development, abilities, and self-direction skills of both children and adults. Caldwell College’s Post-Baccalaureate program will specifically focus on the successful application of ABA to meet the educational needs of people with autism-spectrum disorders and cognitive delays. There is a growing need for professionals trained in ABA in earlyintervention programs, self-contained programs, and public school districts.

The Post-Baccalaureate Program in ABA consists of an interdisciplinary, six-course curriculum (18 credits) which has been approved by the Behavior Analyst Certification Board, Inc.® as meeting the coursework requirements for eligibility to take the Board Certified Behavior Analyst™ examination. Those who wish to take the Board Certified Behavior Analyst™ examination must meet additional requirements to qualify for certification. (See www.bacb.com for requirements.)

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

  • A minimum undergraduate GPA of 3.0
  • Bachelor’s Degree or higher, preferably in a related field such as psychology, education, or special education
  • Official undergraduate/graduate transcripts
  • Writing sample: In lieu of the statement of objectives on the application, submit a research-based paper in psychology or education of at least ten pages that was previously submitted in an undergraduate or graduate course. Other subject matter may be considered if the candidate has had limited prior psychology or education work.
  • Two letters of recommendation for graduate study
  • Personal Interview

PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS – 18 credits

PS 526 Behavior Analysis and Learning (3)
ED 537 Introduction to ABA for Teachers (3)
PS 534 Research Methods in Applied Behavior Analysis (3)
ED 553 Assessing Effective Treatment for Children with Autism (3)
ED 556 Advanced Applied Behavior Analysis for Teachers (3)
ED 570 Teaching Language and Social Skills to Children with Autism (3)

Transfer of Credit

Caldwell College will consider the transfer of three credits under the following conditions: (a) the course was taken in another BACB approved program; (b) the course content is equivalent to one of the courses in the Caldwell College Post-Baccalaureate Certificate Program in Applied Behavior Analysis; and (c) a description of the course and official transcripts are submitted.