Applied Behavior Analysis Certificate

The science of behavior analysis has taken root in a variety of professions and career fields — from education and human resource development to criminal justice rehabilitation and mental health services. It's no surprise then that there's a growing need for experienced behavior analysts who can develop behavior-changing strategies for patients, students and corporations.

Saint Joseph's online graduate certificate in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) is an effective way to help meet that need while advancing your career goals. A behavior analysis certificate is a valuable credential for professionals in the education, criminal justice, human resources and mental health field.

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What Sets Our Program Apart

  • The online ABA certificate at Saint Joseph's prepares you to sit for the Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) exam when accompanied with a master's degree. The online curriculum explores both the theoretical and methodological foundations of behavior analysis and is approved by the Association for Behavior Analysis International (ABAI).

  • To meet the needs of working professionals, Saint Joseph's Applied Behavior Analysis certification program is offered completely online. As an online student, you'll be able to complete the synchronous program from the convenience of your home or office, with minimal disruption to your busy schedule, and benefit from a cost-effective certificate that can pay immediate dividends to your professional development.

  • Earning an ABA certificate from Saint Joseph's gives you an opportunity to learn from the men and women at the cutting edge of this emerging discipline. Multiple members of our online faculty are BCBAs, meaning you'll learn from those who drive the industry. Additionally, one of the Behavior Analyst Certification Board (BACB) members who develop and oversee the exam is an online faculty member at Saint Joseph's.

What Can You Do With an ABA Certificate?

Saint Joseph's online ABA certificate fulfills the coursework requirements to sit for the BCBA exam. However, applicants will still need to meet additional requirements, such as obtaining a qualifying degree and completing a supervised field experience, independent of the online program to qualify.

You can also use an ABA certificate to earn a master's degree in ABA, allowing you to develop a deeper understanding of diverse behavioral health needs.

Once board certified, you'll stand out in an already exclusive community of behavior analysis experts who are currently in high demand. Behavior analysts take on roles such as:

  • Working with school systems to develop policies and procedures
  • Working with children and young adults to improve educational outcomes and address behavior challenges
  • Using behavioral analysis techniques and observational methods for crime prevention and criminal rehabilitation
  • Optimizing organizational behavior and enhancing employee performance in companies and organizations
  • Helping patients who suffer from mental and emotional disorders, substance abuse, developmental disorders and other conditions that cause behavior difficulty

Program Details

  • View required courses for this program in the academic catalog. Please contact us if you have any questions about the program curriculum.

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  • Affordable tuition rates can be found on our tuition and fees website.*

    *Pricing does not include room and board, health insurance or any professional, clinical or transportation fees. Visit our tuition & fees page for a detailed breakdown.

    Financial Aid & Discount Eligibility: Financial aid and discount options may be available to you to help offset the cost of your degree. Explore your options on our financial aid page.

  • Graduate assistantships are offered on a limited basis. Please contact the program director for availability.

Admission Information

    • Apply online.
    • Submit official college transcripts from all colleges attended.
    • Submit a personal statement.
    • Submit resume.
    • Submit two letters of recommendation.

    Visit our graduate admission information page to learn more about admission requirements, key deadlines and how to submit your application.

  • Graduate applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. New students may enroll in courses during the fall, spring or summer semesters.

    Start Terms:

    1. Fall: August and October
    2. Spring: January and March
    3. Summer: May

     

  • If you’re applying as an international student, you must provide proof of English Language Proficiency and Certification of Finances along with your application. Check the graduate admission page for additional requirements.

  • SJU is a Yellow Ribbon School that accepts GI education benefits. Our Office of Veterans’ Services can help you access and understand your benefits.

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