Applied Behavioral Analysis Certificate at University of Pittsburgh

Programme overview

A 21-credit, in-person, part-time certificate in applied behavior analysis for special educators and behavioral health providers. It provides instruction in the theory and clinical and pedagogical application of ABA and prepares students to sit for the Board Certified Behavior Analyst exam if they already hold a BACB-approved master's degree.

Faculty: School of Education | Duration: 12 months (part-time) | Intake: Summer start; rolling application deadline | Location: Pittsburgh, PA, United States

What you will study

Intensive instruction in the theoretical bases of applied behavior analysis and its clinical and pedagogical application, with a possible supervised practicum. Coursework fulfils the evidence-based coursework requirements of the Pennsylvania Behavior Specialist Licensure.

Career pathways

Alumni work in public and private schools and in the private sector supporting students with disabilities; most pursue and pass the BACB exam.

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Application information

Entry requirements

No prerequisites. Bachelor's degree with a minimum GPA of 3.0. Online application with resume or CV, goal statement, contact information for three professional references and academic transcript. GRE not required. Must be able to obtain federal and Pennsylvania state clearances before placements. School of Education master's and certificate applications (GRADCAS): $50 non-refundable fee; goal statement of up to 750 words; resume or CV; contact details for three academic or professional contacts who will be invited to provide recommendation letters; transcripts. GRE not required. International applicants (School of Education, programs other than Education Policy, Higher Education Master's and World and Heritage Language Education): TOEFL iBT 100, IELTS 7.0 or Duolingo 130.

Intake: Summer start; rolling application deadline

Duration: 12 months (part-time)

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