Applied Behavior Analysis Certificate of Advanced Graduate Study
The Certificate of Advanced Graduate Study in Applied Behavior Analysis provides students with the necessary coursework required for certification as a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (B.C.B.A.).
Why choose Rowan’s applied behavior analysis certificate program?
Applied behavior analysis is one of the most frequently utilized treatment approaches for children and adults with special needs, such as autism and developmental disabilities.
The scope of practice of behavior analysts is the use of behavioral principles for the assessment and treatment of problems. As such, behavior analysts do not conduct psychotherapy.
The Certificate of Advanced Graduate Study (C.A.G.S.) in Applied Behavior Analysis program at Rowan University is designed to provide students with the necessary coursework required for certification as a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (B.C.B.A.). In addition to coursework, the B.C.B.A. certification requires a Master's degree in psychology, education or a related field and 1500 hours of experience supervised by a B.C.B.A. For more information please see Behavior Analyst Board Certification, Inc. standards at www.bacb.com.
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Studying applied behavior analysis at Rowan
What You'll Learn
The Applied Behavior Analysis Certificate of Advanced Graduate Study (C.A.G.S.) at Rowan University requires the completion of 24 graduate semester hours (s.h.) made up of eight courses.
- Both a thesis and a non-thesis track are available
- 8 Courses / 24 Semester Hours
- Foundation Courses: No
- Graduation / Exit / Thesis Requirements: Yes
Required Courses: 24 S.H.
| Course Number | Title | S.H. (Credits) |
| PSY 01510 | History, Philosophy, and Conceptual Foundations of Behavior Analysis | 3 |
| PSY 02500 | Basic Principles of Behavior | 3 |
| PSY 02510 | Research Methods in Behavior Analysis | 3 |
| PSY 02610 | Applied Behavior Analysis | 3 |
| PSY 02620 | Behavioral Assessment & Functional Analysis | 3 |
| PSY 02670 | Ethical & Legal Issues in ABA | 3 |
| PSY 02671 | Behavioral Consultation, Supervision, and Management | 3 |
| PSY 02680 | Advanced Practice in ABA | 3 |
Note: The course information above is not official and is subject to change. For an official list of available courses, please review the Rowan University Academic Catalog.
Admission Requirements
The following is a list of items required to begin the application process for the program. There may be additional actions or materials required for admission to the program. Upon receipt of the materials below, a representative from the Rowan Global Admissions Processing Office will contact you with confirmation or will indicate any missing items.
- Completed Application Form
- No application fee required
- Master's degree (or its equivalent) from an accredited institution of higher learning in Psychology, Education, or a behavior-related field
- Official transcripts from all colleges attended (regardless of number of credits earned)
- Current professional resume
- Typewritten statement of professional objectives
- Provide reasons for pursuing the program. Describe how you might use this program to advance your career (educational goals beyond the master's level, if applicable, are also relevant).
- Two letters of recommendation that speak to the applicant's experience in behavior analysis and human service delivery
- Actual letter from the recommender is required - applicant will send directly to abacoursework@rowan.edu.
- Interview (applicants will be contacted directly by the Faculty Admission Committee regarding the interview. The interview can be in person or via telephone.)
- On-site writing sample (conducted during interview)
Tuition and Aid
At Rowan University, we pride ourselves on being vigilant and frugal about tuition. We work hard to provide quality education while seeking to reduce the barrier that college costs can present students.
We know paying for tuition can be a challenge. That is why Rowan provides students with the financial resources needed to put their education first by offering grants, loans, work-study, and scholarships.
Review graduate financial aid resources at Rowan.
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