Online Applied Behavior Analysis Postbaccalaureate Certificate
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ABA Postbaccalaureate Certificate Overview
Come back and move your career forward. Earn your ABA certificate online and gain the knowledge and credentials to take on new opportunities in the field.
- Complete a practicum experience to gain valuable real-world experience.
- Learn from faculty who are working professionals in the behavior analysis field.
- Gain the skills for a variety of career paths such as: working with children in school settings; enhancing the development of children and adults with disabilities; or increasing the performance and satisfaction of employees in organizations.
Gain the Skills That Employers — and Clients — Need
- Provide assessments, design behavior intervention plans, and evaluate the effectiveness of treatment of children and adults with special needs.
- Utilize basic methodologies in psychology, including research design, data analysis, and the interpretation and evaluation of findings to determine effective client services.
- Use analytical thinking, skeptical inquiry, and a scientific approach to solve problems and design treatment plans related to DSM-5 behavioral and mental health issues.
- Apply ABA principles to functional assessments, behavior intervention plans, and the evaluation of treatment effectiveness.
- Explain treatment approaches in terms that clients, their families, and organization representatives understand.
Learn Online, but Not on Your Own
Join a community of support. Our rich online experience includes many opportunities to engage with students and faculty who are professionals in your field. You can also join organizations such as the Psychology Club and Autism Speaks U for further networking and leadership opportunities.
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ABAI Verified Course Sequence
For the Applied Behavior Analysis Postbaccalaureate Certificate program, the Association for Behavior Analysis International (ABAI) has verified the following courses toward the coursework requirements for eligibility to take the Board Certified Assistant Behavior Analyst® (BCaBA®) examination (via Pathway 2). Applicants will need to meet additional Behavior Analyst Certification Board® (BACB®) eligibility requirements, including evidence of residency in an authorized country, before they can be deemed eligible to take the examination.
- PS225: Ethics in Applied Behavior Analysis
- PS340: Exceptional Needs Children
- PS360: Applied Behavior Analysis I
- PS365: Applied Behavior Analysis II
- PS385: Targeted Topics in Applied Behavior Analysis
- PS410: Screening and Assessment
- PS430: Program Design and Evaluation
Note: Please refer to the BACB’s website for full eligibility requirements (www.bacb.com).
Additional information is also located on Purdue Global's State Licensure and Certifications page for state-specific licensure information.
What Courses Will I Take?
The curriculum includes six courses that focus on people who are developmentally disabled, autistic, and suffering from traumatic brain injuries.
Sample Courses
- Exceptional Needs Children
- Applied Behavior Analysis I
- Applied Behavior Analysis II
- Screening and Assessment
- Program Design and Evaluation
Program Requirements
1 semester credit hour = 1.5 quarter credit hours
3-Week Trial
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Students who choose to continue at Purdue Global will be billed for the full first term's tuition, including the 3-week trial. See Notes and Conditions below.
Admissions Requirements
You will need to provide an official transcript that shows completion of your bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution, though an unofficial copy may be provided during the application process.
Refer to the University Catalog or speak to an Advisor to learn more.
Upcoming Start Dates
We offer multiple start dates to give you flexibility in your education, life, and work schedules.
Ways to Save on Time and Tuition
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Transfer Credits
Earn credit for prior coursework completed at eligible institutions, including community colleges.
Prior Work Experience Reduction
You could earn undergraduate credit for your life and professional career experiences.
Financial Aid
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Corporate Partner Benefits
Employees of Purdue Global partner organizations may be eligible for special tuition reductions.
Military Tuition Reduction
Undergraduate tuition savings for military include a 55% reduction per credit for current servicemembers and 38% per credit for veterans.
Prior Military Experience
Earn credit for your military training. The average Purdue Global military student is awarded 54% of the credits needed for an associate's and 45% of the credits needed for a bachelor's.
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Possible Behavioral Interview Questions for This Field of Study
- Give an example of how you stayed calm and patient in a stressful situation. What helped you manage your emotions?
- Tell me about a time you worked with children or individuals with special needs. What did you learn from that experience?
- Describe a time you helped someone learn a new skill or complete a task. What approach did you use, and how did they respond?
- Describe a situation where you had to work with a team to support a client. What role did you play, and how did you ensure effective collaboration?
- Have you ever received constructive feedback on your performance? How did you respond, and what did you do with that feedback?
Sample Skills Developed and Used in This Field
- Communication
- Management
- Leadership
- Planning
- Coordinating
- Problem Solving
- Psychology
- Advocacy
- Case Management
- Detail Oriented
- Research
- Organizational Skills
- Verbal Communication Skills
- Time Management
- Decision Making
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Prepare yourself for success with a postbaccalaureate certificate in applied behavior analysis.
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