Interested in pursuing a potential applied behavior analysis career? Perhaps earning an Applied Behavior Analysis Certification is a great next step!
Earning graduate certificates may be one top path to enhancing your knowledge in a particular field, like the study of human behavior. And earning an ABA certification (applied behavior analysis certificate) may be the best choice if you’ve already earned a graduate degree (or you’re planning to, down the road). Below, you’ll find some helpful info on aba certificate programs that may help you pursue your goals in the field of behavior analysis!
If you’re interested in psychology, or even just people-watching, you may already be an observer of human behavior. But ABA (Applied Behavior Analysis) is a field that explores both the study of behavior and its applications. For example, how do autistic people learn to function in various environments, and could behavior modification help them? How do humans learn new behaviors or respond to different situations? These are all questions that could potentially be answered by a BCBA (board certified behavior analyst)!
Fact: the BACB (Behavior Analyst Certification Board) is an organization that awards BCBA certification. Among other criteria, you must have earned a graduate degree and completed acceptable behavior analysis coursework.[i]
Trying to decide between earning an aba certificate or, say, a master’s degree? Keep in mind that these programs are not equivalent. A certificate in applied behavior analysis is typically a non-degree option, whereas other graduate programs could allow you to earn a master’s or doctoral degree. A certificate program may also be
shorter-term, depending on your status as a full-time or part-time student. Finally, pursuing one or more behavior certificates may allow you to focus on particular areas of the field, like autism or behavioral intervention. Here are a few potential reasons why earning an applied behavior analysis certificate may be for you:
To pursue the board certified behavior analyst (BCBA) credential, you must meet the requirements of the BACB (Behavior Analyst Certification Board). That includes earning an approved graduate degree. If certification is your goal, it’s a good idea to check with the BACB to learn more about accepted educational options.
These days, students may be able to choose from more than one program format…like earning an aba certificate online! Not sure whether to pursue a more traditional, campus-based certificate program, or an online one? Here are some potential benefits of each:
There may be a few important factors to consider when comparing prospective aba certificate programs. Here are some things to look for!
If you’re ready to get started, check out some different aba certificate programs, below. If you see one that interests you, click for more details about the program.
Sources: [i] bacb.com/bcba-option-1/ | [ii] bls.gov/ooh/community-and-social-service/mental-health-counselors-and-marriage-and-family-therapists.htm#tab-4 | [iii] studentaid.ed.gov/sa/prepare-for-college/choosing-schools/consider#accreditation
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