- The Richard W. Riley College of Education and Human Services: Certificates
- Graduate Certificate in Adult Learning (Semester)
- Graduate Certificate in College Teaching and Learning (Semester)
- Graduate Certificate in Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment (Semester)
- Graduate Certificate in Early Childhood Administration, Management, and Leadership (Semester)
- Graduate Certificate in Early Childhood Advocacy and Public Policy
- Graduate Certificate in Elementary Reading and Literacy (Semester)
- Graduate Certificate in Engaging Culturally Diverse Learners (Semester)
- Graduate Certificate in Enrollment Management and Institutional Marketing
- Graduate Certificate in Higher Education Leadership for Student Success (Semester)
- Graduate Certificate in Integrating Technology in the Classroom (Semester)
- Graduate Certificate in Mathematics 5–8 (Semester)
- Graduate Certificate in Mathematics K–6 (Semester)
- Graduate Certificate in Online Teaching for Adult Educators
- Graduate Certificate in Reading and Literacy K–12
- Graduate Certificate in Science, Grades K–8 (Semester)
- Graduate Certificate in Special Education (Semester)
- Graduate Certificate in Teacher Leadership (Semester)
- Graduate Certificate in Teaching and Diversity in Early Childhood Education
- Graduate Certificate in Teaching English Language Learners
- Graduate Certificate in Teaching K–12 Students Online
- Post-Baccalaureate Certificate in Instructional Design and Technology
- Post-Master’s Certificate in Community College Leadership
- Post-Master’s Certificate in Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment
- Post-Master’s Certificate in Early Childhood Leadership
- Post-Master’s Certificate in Educational Policy, Leadership, and Management (P–20)
- Post-Master’s Certificate in Educational Technology
- Post-Master’s Certificate in Higher Education and Adult Learning
- Post-Master’s Certificate in Higher Education Leadership and Management
- Post-Master’s Certificate in Higher Education Leadership, Management, and Policy
- Post-Master’s Certificate in Online Teaching in Higher Education
- Post-Master’s Certificate in Organizational Research, Assessment, and Evaluation
- Post-Master’s Certificate in Reading, Literacy, and Assessment
- Graduate Certificate in Adult Learning (Quarter)
- Graduate Certificate in Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment Semester (Quarter)
- Graduate Certificate in Elementary Reading and Literacy (Quarter)
- Graduate Certificate in Higher Education Leadership for Student Success (Quarter)
- Graduate Certificate in Mathematics 5-8 (Quarter)
- Graduate Certificate in Science, Grades K-8 (Quarter)
- Graduate Certificate in Teacher Leadership (Quarter)
- Graduate Certificate in College Teaching and Learning (Quarter)
- Graduate Certificate in Early Childhood Administration, Management, and Leadership
- Graduate Certificate in Engaging Culturally Diverse Learners (Quarter)
- Graduate Certificate in Integrating Technology in the Classroom (Quarter)
- Graduate Certificate in Mathematics K-6 (Quarter)
- Graduate Certificate in Special Education (Quarter)
- Graduate Certificate in Applied Behavior Analysis
Help people with autism and developmental disabilities engage more successfully with the world with the Graduate Certificate in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA). ABA is an evidence-based therapy used with both adults and children, particularly those on the autism spectrum. Learn to use the principles of human behavior to transform problem behaviors, build positive social skills, and improve lives.
This certificate offers students with a master’s degree a course sequence verified by the Association for Behavior Analysis International (ABAI), which meets the coursework requirements to sit for the Board Certified Behavior Analyst® (BCBA®) exam.* Graduates of this program who wish to pursue certification must also complete a period of supervised practical experience as defined by the Behavior Analysis Certification Board®. Walden does not offer the fieldwork component required for the BCBA exam.
*The Graduate Certificate in Applied Behavior Analysis program has been designed to offer acceptable graduate coursework in behavior analysis (Verified Course Sequence as approved by ABAI and accepted by Behavior Analyst Certification Board) and prepare students to sit for the Board Certified Behavior Analyst® (BCBA®) exam, which is administered by the BACB. Walden University does not offer the fieldwork experience required for eligibility to sit for the BCBA exam. Walden enrollment specialists can provide information relating to national certification exams; however, it remains the individual student’s responsibility to understand, evaluate, and comply with all requirements relating to national certification exams for the state in which he or she intends to practice. Walden makes no representations or guarantee that completion of Walden coursework or programs will permit an individual to obtain national certification. For more information on applying for certification from BACB®, visit www.bacb.com/bcba.
Learning Outcomes
- Apply foundational knowledge (e.g., philosophy, concepts and principles) to the science of behavior analysis.
- Implement behaviorally based assessments for behavior change that promote positive social change.
- Apply professional and ethical behaviors according to the Professional and Ethical Compliance Code for Behavior Analysts.
- Define the dimensions of applied behavior analysis.
- Evaluate results of behavior analytic research using single-subject experimental designs.
- Apply personnel supervision and management strategies.
Curriculum
Certificate Curriculum (35 credits)
Students undertake courses in the following sequence.
Quarter | Course | Credits |
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Quarter 1 | PSYC 6717A - Foundation and Philosophy of Behavior Analysis | 5 credits |
PSYC 6731A - Concepts and Principles of Behavior Analysis | 5 credits | |
Quarter 2 | PSYC 6733A - Ethical, Legal, Professional Issues in Behavior Analysis | 5 credits |
PSYC 6734A - Introduction to Behavioral Assessment and Intervention | 5 credits | |
Quarter 3 | PSYC 6735A - Research Methods for Behavioral Analysis | 5 credits |
PSYC 6736A - Advanced Behavioral Assessment and Intervention | 5 credits | |
Quarter 4 | PSYC 6739A - Organizational Behavioral Management | 5 credits |