Applied Behavior Analysis Graduate Certificate

Requirements (18 credits)

• IABS 501 - Foundations of Behavior Analysis 3 Credits
• IABS 502 - Behavior Analysis and Program Evaluation 3 Credits
• IABS 503 - Behavior and Educational Interventions 3 Credits
• IABS 504 - Ethical and Professional Issues 3 Credits
• IABS 505 - Advanced Topics in Behavior Analysis 3 Credits
• IABS 564 - Autism: Application of Instructional Strategies 3 Credits

Supervision Option (SE/ABA)

In addition to the certificate we offer a 1-3 credit supervision option for students who do not have a BCBA supervisor on site where they work.

This is an option for students seeking supervision and mentorship in the development of applied skills in behavior analysis consistent with the standards of the BACB, with coursework at USJ or another program for part or all of the required hours.

Admissions Requirements

• On-line graduate school application
• Non-refundable application fee
• Official transcripts from all accredited college or university institution(s) attended with minimum 3.0 GPA
• Two letters of recommendation from current professional references
• Personal Entrance Essay:
  • Part 1: Please explain why you have chosen to enter the field of behavior analysis (300 word minimum)
  • Part 2: Identify the elements that you feel are essential to becoming an effective, well-rounded behavior analyst (300 word minimum)
• Immunization records