Online Postgraduate Certificate in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA)

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Program at a Glance
  • Develop the knowledge you need to advance in your current ABA career or explore other opportunities in the field.
  • Prepare to sit for the Board Certified Behavior Analyst® Examination.
  • Complete a practicum experience to gain valuable real-world experience.
  • Learn from faculty who are working professionals in the behavior analysis field.
COURSE EFFORT 15 Hours per Week
COURSE LENGTH 10-Week Terms
Course Details
CREDITS REQUIRED 30
COST PER CREDIT $420
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We offer multiple start dates to give you flexibility in your education, life, and work schedules.

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Postgraduate Certificate in Applied Behavior Analysis Overview

Expand your knowledge of behavioral disabilities with Purdue Global’s postgraduate certificate in applied behavior analysis.

The online postgraduate ABA certificate program provides you with an opportunity to:

  • Understand how behavioral theories relate to real-world situations.
  • Employ assessment and intervention treatment procedures in applied behavior analysis.
  • Critically evaluate and relate psychological and behavioral theories and concepts to various situations within the field of applied behavior analysis.
  • Apply evidence-based theoretical and conceptual foundations of applied behavior analysis to arrive at appropriate professional practice strategies.
  • Understand and apply legal, ethical, individual, cultural, and social validity standards and guidelines set forth within the field of applied behavior analysis.

You will also complete a practicum experience to gain experience in the field and get a head start on field experience hours required for the Board Certified Behavior Analyst Examination.


See the University Catalog for policy and degree plan information specific to this program.

Note: This program is not eligible for Title IV federal financial aid.

Admissions Requirements

To enroll in the online certificate program, you must hold a master’s or doctoral degree in behavior analysis, education, or psychology from an accredited college or university.


Refer to the University Catalog or speak to an Advisor to learn more.

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The Association for Behavior Analysis International (ABAI) has verified the course sequence the Postgraduate Certificate in Applied Behavior Analysis toward the coursework requirements for eligibility to take the Board Certified Behavior Analyst examination®.*


You’ll have access to CBA learning modules for ABA to supplement coursework and help you prepare for the exam.


Note: Applicants will need to meet additional requirements before they can be deemed eligible to take the examination. Refer to the BACB’s website (www.BACB.com) for full eligibility requirements.

Career Opportunities

Draw upon foundational principles in the field of applied behavior analysis to provide assessments, design behavior intervention plans, and evaluate the effectiveness of treatment of children and adults with special needs. Possible job settings include mental health, social services, or educational centers.

Top 5 Skills Employers Are Looking for:

  1. Active Listening
  2. Coordination
  3. Service Orientation
  4. Social Perceptiveness
  5. Speaking

Top Jobs With This Degree

Labor market, salary, and projected growth information are supplied by Emsi. Average salary range is based on national data. Projected growth represents the estimated change in total employment over the projections period (2016–2028) at the state level and is based on your geographic location. Actual outcomes vary by geographic area, previous work experience, and opportunities for employment. Purdue Global cannot guarantee employment placement, salary level, or career advancement.

The professional practice of psychology is regulated by each state. This program was not designed to meet any specific state’s requirements for licensure or certification, and Purdue Global makes no representations or warranties as to whether the degree or any individual courses meet such requirements. Refer to the University Catalog for additional information,

ABA Career Responsibilities

With a Postgraduate Certificate in Applied Behavior Analysis, career responsibilities may include:

  • Conducting descriptive and systematic behavioral assessments including functional analyses
  • Improving the skills and achievements of children in school settings
  • Enhancing the development, abilities, and choices of children and adults with different kinds of disabilities
  • Increasing the performance and satisfaction of employees in organizations and businesses

Explore Other Learning Resources

The graduate resource center and ABA student site offer resources to support students in psychology programs.


Students are invited to join organizations such as the Psychology Club, Psi Chi International Honor Society, and Autism Speaks U.


Free webinars are also available to support your learning outside of the classroom.

The ABA postgraduate certificate’s curriculum includes seven courses that focus on supporting individuals who are developmentally disabled, autistic, or suffering from traumatic brain injuries.

You’ll explore behavioral concepts and theories and develop assessment and intervention skills.

Sample Courses
  • Principles of Applied Behavior Analysis
  • Concepts of Measurement and Experimental Designs
  • Assessment in Applied Behavior Analysis
  • Implementing Procedures for Behavior Change
  • Clinical Applications, Supervision, and Management
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Credit Breakdown
  • Core Credits30
  • Total Credits30

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Maine residents will pay $420.00 per credit for all graduate programs, with the exception of the Doctor of Nursing Practice. Tuition does not include University fees and associated program fees. View tuition and fee information or contact an Admissions Advisor for more information.

Get to Know Our Faculty

Purdue Global faculty members are real-world practitioners who bring knowledge gained through the powerful combination of higher learning and industry experience.

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97% Faculty members who have advanced degrees
45% Faculty members who hold a doctorate
218 Faculty publications in 2017–2018
Nearly 87,000 Professional development hours logged by faculty in 2017–2018

Statistics include all Purdue Global faculty members and are not school or program-specific calculations. Purdue Global Office of Reporting and Analysis and Center for Teaching and Learning. 2017–2018 academic year. Note: all figures include data prior to the March 2018 purchase of Kaplan University by Purdue University and subsequent creation of Purdue University Global.

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NOTES AND CONDITIONS

*Refer to the BACB’s website (www.BACB.com) for full eligibility requirements. The BACB verifies university training as meeting its eligibility requirements; it does not accredit university programs. Students are responsible for understanding the requirements of optional certification exams. The University cannot guarantee students will be eligible to sit for or pass exams. In some cases, work experience, additional coursework beyond the Purdue Global program, fieldwork, and/or background checks may be necessary to be eligible to take or to successfully pass the exams.