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Online Postgraduate Certificate in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA)

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Earn Your Degree as Early as:
December 7, 2026*
Admissions Requirements
Courses
Ways to Save on Tuition
Career Outcomes
7
Total Courses
$420
Cost Per Credit
11 months
Average Completion*
15–18 hours
Weekly Course Effort

ABA Postgraduate Certificate Overview

Demand for applied behavior analysts is growing. It’s time to earn your postgraduate ABA certificate online and build the expertise that employers — and clients — need. Move forward in a rewarding career helping those with behavioral disabilities.

  • Learn from faculty who are working professionals in the behavior analysis field.
  • Critically evaluate and relate behavioral and psychological theories to real-world situations.
  • Employ assessment and intervention treatment procedures in applied behavior analysis.
  • Apply evidence-based ABA theoretical and conceptual foundations to arrive at appropriate professional practice strategies.
  • Understand and use legal, ethical, individual, cultural, and social validity standards and guidelines set forth within the field of applied behavior analysis.

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Purdue Global Is Accredited by the Higher Learning Commission

The HLC (HLCommission.org) is an institutional accreditation agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. 

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Prepare for Board Certification

The Postgraduate Certificate in Applied Behavior Analysis program has been designed to meet the Board Certified Behavior Analyst® (BCBA®) Pathway 2 coursework requirements. 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.

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.

Admissions Requirements

A master’s degree in a related field is required to enroll in a postgraduate program. You will need to provide an official transcript that shows completion of your master’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.

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What Courses Will I Take?

The ABA postgraduate certificate’s curriculum includes six 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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Program Requirements

7
Core Courses
7
Total Courses
35
Total Quarter Credits

1 semester credit hour = 1.5 quarter credit hours

Upcoming Start Dates

We offer multiple start dates to give you flexibility in your education, life, and work schedules.

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.

Ways to Save on Time and Tuition

Purdue Global works with students to find ways to reduce costs and make education more accessible. Contact us to learn about opportunities to save on your educational costs.

Transfer Credits

Earn credit for prior coursework completed at eligible institutions.

Financial Aid

Learn about federal financial aid programs available for many of our degree programs.

Grants and Loans

Learn about federal and state grants and loan programs that may be available.

Corporate Partner Benefits

Employees of Purdue Global partner organizations may be eligible for special tuition reductions.

Military Tuition Reduction

Graduate tuition savings for military include a 17–30% reduction per credit for current servicemembers and 14% per credit for veterans for graduate programs.

Prior Military Experience

Earn credit for your military training. We offer credit for ACE-evaluated training and CLEP and DANTES examinations.

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Possible Behavioral Interview Questions for This Field of Study

  • Tell me about a time you implemented a behavior intervention plan. What were the outcomes?
  • 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?
  • Describe a situation where you had to adjust your approach when a client did not respond to the initial intervention. What steps did you take?
  • Tell me about a time you had to train or provide feedback to a client or staff member. How did you ensure they understood and followed through?

Sample Skills Developed and Used in This Field

  • Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)
  • Communication
  • Psychology
  • Applied Behavior Analysis
  • Treatment Planning
  • Autism Spectrum Disorders
  • Case Management
  • Intervention Plans
  • Data Collection
  • Functional Behavior Assessment
  • Developmental Disabilities
  • Ethical Standards And Conduct
  • Planning
  • Advocacy
  • Research

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Download our brochure to learn more about the Online Postgraduate Certificate in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) and the benefits of earning your degree at Purdue Global.

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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.

99%

Faculty members who have advanced degrees

58%

Faculty members who have terminal degrees

477

Faculty publications in 2024–2025

More Than 44,000

Professional development hours logged by faculty in 2024–2025

Statistics include all Purdue Global faculty members and are not school- or program-specific calculations. Source: Purdue Global Office of Reporting and Analysis, August 2025. 2024–2025 academic year.

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NOTES AND CONDITIONS

*Estimated Graduation Date and Average Completion: Estimated graduation date is based on the assumption that you will enroll in time to begin classes on the next upcoming start date, will remain enrolled for each consecutive term, and will maintain satisfactory academic standing in each term to progress toward completion of your program. Completion time is based on a full-time schedule. Programs will take longer for part-time students to complete.

ABAI®: Association for Behavior Analysis International® and ABA International® are registered trademarks of the Association for Behavior Analysis International.

BCBA®: Board Certified Behavior Analyst® (BCBA®) is a registered trademark of the Behavior Analyst Certification Board®.

Certification and Licensure: Refer to Purdue Global’s State Licensure and Certifications page for state-specific licensure information. Visit the BACB 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.

Employment and Job Demand: Sources: Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook, Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors. Behavior Analyst Certification Board, U.S. Employment Demand for Behavior Analysts, 2010–2021. National long-term projections may not reflect local and/or short-term economic or job conditions, and do not guarantee actual job growth.

Largest Providers of Behavioral Sciences Master’s Degrees: Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS), 2022–2023 Total Master's Degrees Conferred, First Major, Behavioral Sciences, nces.ed.gov/IPEDS. Based on total number of master’s degrees granted by Purdue Global compared to other degree-granting institutions.