Applied Behavior Analysis (APBA)
APBA 500 Behavior Change Procedures I 3 Credit Hour(s)
The application of key concepts of the science of behavior and applied behavior analysis and understanding of ethical implications. Focus on implementation of instructions, behavior change techniques, and modification procedures
Offered: Resident
APBA 505 Behavior Change Procedures II 3 Credit Hour(s)
Prerequisite: APBA 500
Advanced application of behavior-change techniques to significant behaviors to translate foundational concepts of behavior analysis to make an impact on clients and community. Emphasis on selection and implementation of interventions, monitoring client progress and making data-based decisions.
Offered: Resident
APBA 510 Behavior Assessment 3 Credit Hour(s)
The introduction to the assessment and measurement tools that are utilized to assess behaviors and the academic, social, and adaptive functioning of individuals. Emphasis on evaluating the need for behavior analytic services, client assessments, and progress monitoring.
Offered: Resident
APBA 513 Basic Concepts and Principles in Behavior Analysis 3 Credit Hour(s)
Discussion of traditional and contemporary intervention strategies. Special emphasis on evidence-based practices and application to real-world scenarios.
Offered: Resident
APBA 515 Ethics and Professional Standards 3 Credit Hour(s)
This course discusses the ethical and legal issues encountered by licensed professionals in the field of Behavior Analysis, including ethical decision-making models, and legalities of the profession, ethical principles, professional codes of ethics, identifying and resolving ethical dilemmas. This course will cover important ethical issues in the mental health field.
Offered: Resident
APBA 520 Personnel Management and Supervision 3 Credit Hour(s)
The introduction of supervision, personnel management, and interpersonal collaboration. Emphasis on the role and nature of the supervision process, effective training, and strategies for performance improvement. Specific attention will be paid to the supervisory role of a BCBA.
Offered: Resident
APBA 530 Measurement, Data, and Experimental Design 3 Credit Hour(s)
This course covers advanced measurement, data display, analysis, and experimental design specific to ethical research of human behavior as applicable to the field of the Applied Behavior Analysis. There is an emphasis on operational definitions, behavioral assessment, graphing an interpretation of data, and application of behavioral research designs.
Offered: Resident
APBA 535 Advanced Concepts and Principles in Behavior Analysis 3 Credit Hour(s)
Prerequisite: APBA 513
This course will discuss advanced principles in applied behavior analysis. The emphasis is on fluency with key concepts, real-world application, and understanding of philosophical underpinnings.
Offered: Resident
APBA 630 Verbal Behavior 3 Credit Hour(s)
Advanced discussion of the principles and application of verbal behavior. Expands students’ abilities to engage professionally in more complex behavioral situations.
Offered: Resident