Graduate Certificate in Applied Behavior Analysis at Pennsylvania State University

This program is intended for those who seek advanced knowledge in the field of applied behavior analysis. The 21-credit curriculum is specifically designed to prepare students to sit for the Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) certification examination. After completing the program, students will be able to:

1. Define, apply, and explain behavior principles in response to applied situations.
2. Use evidence-based methods to collect, display, interpret, and communicate behavioral data.
3. Select, implement, and explain evidence-based methods of assessment for behavioral program implementation.
4. Select, implement, and explain evidence-based interventions to affect socially significant behavior change for clients.
5. Explain, communicate, and engage in professional practice using current ethical guidelines in behavior analysis.

1. BEH PRINCIPLES:Students will be able to define,apply,and explain behavior principles in response to applied situations.
2. BEH DATA: Students will be able to use evidence-based methods to collect, display, interpret, and communicate behavioral data.
3. BEH ASSESSMENT:Students will be able to select, implement, and explain evidence-based methods of assessment for behavioral program implementation.
4. BEH CHANGE:Students will be able to select, implement, and explain evidence-based interventions to affect socially significant behavior change for clients.
5. ETHICAL PRACTICE:Students will be able to explain, communicate, and engage in professional practice using current ethical guidelines in behavior analysis.