Special Education: Behavior Analysis (M.S.Ed.)
Behavior Analysis is the application of the science of learning to the solution of problems of social significance. Behavior analysts work in schools, homes, and community settings, and consult in the assessment, design, implementation, and evaluation of behavioral interventions for a variety of learners across a variety of skills. Coursework will meet the requirements for eligibility to take the Board Certified Behavior Analyst Examination®.
This specialization is designed for educators and other professionals who wish to gain expertise in behavior analysis. The Association for the Behavior Analysis International has approved the listed courses as meeting coursework requirements to sit for the BCBA examination.
The Applied Behavior Analysis Programs Guide recently named our program as one of the Top 25 Best Applied Behavior Analysis Programs and AppliedBehaviorAnalysisEdu.org ranked our program as one of the Top 32 BCBA programs for educators.
Course Sequence
The Behavior Analyst Certification Board, Inc.® has approved the following course sequence as meeting the coursework requirements for eligibility to take the Board Certified Behavior Analyst Examination. Applicants will have to meet additional requirements such as Experience Standards to qualify. Please visit the Behavior Analyst Certification Board, Inc. website for more information.
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Course number
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Name | Credit Hours |
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SESE 511 |
Ethics and Professional Behavior for Behavior Analysts |
3 |
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SESE 515 |
Foundations of Applied Behavior Analysis |
3 |
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SESE 570 |
Concepts and Principles of Behavior Analysis |
3 |
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SESE 578 |
Issues and Trends in Teaching Students with Emotional and Behavioral Disorders |
3 |
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SESE 592 |
Seminar in Special Education |
3 |
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SESE 606 or SESE 526 |
Methods for Teaching Students with Emotional/Behavioral Disorders or Working with and Supporting Families of Young Children with Disabilities and Special Needs |
3 |
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SESE 708 |
Advanced Behavior Assessment and Functional Analysis |
3 |
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SESE 709 |
Advanced Applied Behavior Analysis and Research-based Interventions for Individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder |
3 |
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SESE 710 |
Behavioral Applications and Consultation in School and Community Settings |
3 |
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SESE 792 Seminar |
Single-Case Research Methodologies for Behavior Analysts |
3 |
Program Accreditation
The Behavior Analyst Certification Board, Inc. has verified and approved our course sequence as meeting the coursework requirements for eligibility to take the Board Certified Behavior Analyst Examination.
Contact Us
Kate Donohue
Graduate Advisor
Gabel Hall 159
815-753-1619
seed@niu.edu
Woody Johnson, Ed.D. BCBA-D,
Program Coordinator
815-753-4267
jwjohnson@niu.edu
