Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA)
ABA 501 Basic Principles of Applied Behavior Analysis 3 Hours
This foundational course introduces the core principles and philosophical foundations of applied behavior analysis. Students examine the goals of behavior analysis as a science, fundamental learning principles, and basic intervention procedures for providing Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) practices in the field.
Restriction(s): Enrollment limited to students with a semester level of Masters Degree.
Recent Term(s) Offered: fall 2026
ABA 502 Assessment in ABA 3 Hours
Students learn comprehensive behavioral assessment methods including preference assessments, descriptive assessments, and functional analyses. The course introduces measurement procedures, data collection systems, operational definition development, and graphing techniques for data interpretation. Fieldwork is required.
Recent Term(s) Offered: fall 2026
ABA 503 ABA Seminar 1 3 Hours (repeatable max of 12 hrs)
This seminar provides practical application of basic principles and assessment concepts with young children with autism and Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD) . Students implement behavioral contingencies, verbal behavior assessments, and measurement systems while developing responsive early intervention practices. Fieldwork is required.
Recent Term(s) Offered: fall 2026
ABA 504 Experimental Analysis of Behavior 3 Hours
Students examine experimental behavior analysis and its application to intervention development including various reinforcement schedules and their behavioral effects. Students learn to measure intervention efficiency and effectiveness while integrating prompting procedures, behavior shaping, and chaining techniques. The course emphasizes experimental foundations underlying applied interventions.
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ABA 505 Intervention in ABA 3 Hours
Students learn to design, implement, and evaluate behavior-change interventions based on applied behavior analysis principles. The course examines reinforcement and punishment procedures, systematic teaching strategies, prompting and fading procedures, and behavior maintenance techniques. Students examine group contingencies, generalization procedures, and data-based decision making for intervention modification. The course emphasizes ethical considerations and responsive treatment planning. Fieldwork is required.
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ABA 506 ABA Seminar 2 3 Hours (repeatable max of 12 hrs)
Students apply experimental analysis and intervention principles with school-age children with autism and Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD) through practical application and field experience. The seminar emphasizes ethical practices in school-based settings, family engagement, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Students develop skills in assessment data interpretation and evidence-based intervention recommendations. Fieldwork is required.
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ABA 507 Organizational Behavior Management in Applied Behavior Analysis 3 Hours
Students examine behavior analysis principles applied to organizational settings including measurement systems, procedural integrity, and efficiency evaluation. Students learn supervision practices, collaboration strategies, and evidence-based decision making in organizational contexts. Fieldwork is required.
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ABA 508 ABA Seminar 3 1 Hour
Students focus on advanced organizational behavior management, leadership, and case supervision through practical application. Students develop comprehensive supervision and ethical, unbiased collaboration practices including performance management procedures. Fieldwork is required.
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ABA 509 Ethics for Applied Behavior Analysis 3 Hours
Students receive comprehensive training in ethical principles and professional standards governing applied behavior analysis practice. Students explore legal and ethical implications in school-based practice and federal disability laws. The course emphasizes ethical assessment and intervention design with socially valid behavior selection and data-based decision making.
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ABA 510 Research Methods in Applied Behavior Analysis 3 Hours
The course emphasizes single-case design features, comparative analyses, and research application in behavior analysis. Students learn research methodology and experimental design specific to applied behavior analysis including measurement procedures, data analysis, and graphed data interpretation. Students evaluate peer-reviewed literature and learn ethical research practices.
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ABA 511 ABA Seminar 4 3 Hours (repeatable max of 12 hrs)
Students apply research methods and ethics principles with adult populations with autism and Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD) through practical application. Students develop skills in ethical assessment and intervention design for adult populations. Fieldwork is required
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ABA 512 Applied Behavior Analysis Capstone 1-3 Hours (repeatable max of 6 hrs)
The course evaluates comprehensive behavioral assessment, intervention development, systematic teaching strategies, and individualized treatment planning. Students establish effective supervision practices including supervisory relationships, performance management, and data-based supervision decisions. This capstone prepares students for independent practice through supervised case leadership. Fieldwork is required.
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ABA 513 ABA Clinical Practicum 3 Hours (repeatable max of 6 hrs)
Students complete intensive full-time supervised experience in an applied behavior analysis clinic setting demonstrating competency in all Board Certified Behavior Analyst 6th edition test content outline. The practicum emphasizes application and demonstration of professional and ethical standards in clinical settings. Students design and implement contextualized, functionally-driven behavior analytic services including assessment, intervention, and evaluation. Fieldwork is required.
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ABA 514 ABA Independent Study 3 Hours (repeatable max of 9 hrs)
This individualized course addresses specific Board Certified Behavior Analysis (BCBA) Test Content Outline competencies not met through previous coursework or transfer credits. Course content is customized based on individual student assessment and may include any task list areas requiring additional study. Students may continue clinical work for additional supervision hours and address applied practices from the BCBA Test Content Outline. Fieldwork is required.
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