Postgraduate Certificate in Applied Behavior Analysis
If you’re interested expanding your competencies in psychology, Kaplan University’s postgraduate certificate program is designed for motivated professionals like you. This program emphasizes the understanding of behavioral concepts and theories as well as their application to special populations. If you already possess a master’s degree, earning this certificate could help you prepare to advance or diversify within this field.†
The curriculum includes five courses that focus on the developmentally disabled, individuals with autism, and individuals with traumatic brain injuries. You’ll also explore behavioral concepts and theories, and develop assessment and intervention skills.
The Behavior Analyst Certification Board, Inc.®, (BACB®) has approved the course sequence of the Postgraduate Certificate in Applied Behavior Analysis as meeting the coursework requirements for eligibility to take the Board Certified Behavior Analyst Examination®.* Please note: applicants will have to meet additional requirements to qualify, including degree, field experience, and practicum requirements. Please refer to the BACB’s website (www.bacb.com) for full eligibility requirements.
The program consists of a minimum of 30 quarter credit hours. Upon successful completion of the program, you will be awarded a certificate.
Postgraduate Certificate in Applied Behavior Analysis Program Highlights
The Postgraduate Certificate in Applied Behavior Analysis provides you with the opportunity to:
- Apply contemporary theories and information technologies to real-world situations, and engage in research in the focal areas of the science of psychology
- Analyze and apply theoretical and conceptual foundations of psychology to arrive at appropriate professional practice strategies
- Evaluate ethical, legal, individual, and sociocultural implications of decisions within the field of psychology
What are the Career Opportunities?
With a Postgraduate Certificate in Applied Behavior Analysis, you could focus on improving the skills and achievements of children in school settings; enhance the development, abilities, and choices of children and adults with different kinds of disabilities; and increase the performance and satisfaction of employees in organizations and businesses. Possible job settings include mental health, social services, or educational centers.†
Prepare for Future Studies
Qualified credits earned in fulfillment of this certificate may be applied toward the requirements of certain Kaplan University degree programs. When the time is right, come back and earn your degree online at Kaplan University.