Online Applied Behavior Analysis Graduate Certificate
The Applied Behavior Analysis Graduate Certificate is an online program that allows you to develop the knowledge and skills you need to become a caring, competent, and culturally aware practitioner of applied behavior analysis. This program prepares you for a career working alongside neurodiverse individuals — including people diagnosed with autism — and their families.
- Online 8-course sequence curriculum
- Two live sessions per term
- Engaging and interactive asynchronous content
- Preparation for certification exam
- Focus on Cultural Awareness
- One course every 8 weeks
The Graduate Certificate in Applied Behavior Analysis follows a cohort model designed to meet the Verified Course Sequence Requirements of the Association of Behavior Analysis International (ABAI). The Association for Behavior Analysis International has verified the following courses toward the coursework requirements for eligibility to take the Board Certified Behavior Analyst® or Board Certified Assistant Behavior Analyst® examination. Applicants will need to meet additional requirements before they can be deemed eligible to take the examination. See Truman State University’s ABAI VCS Course Sequence Information. For more information regarding the complete requirements to become eligible to take the Board Certified Behavior Analyst® exam visit the Behavior Analyst Certification Board.
For information on State Authorization and licensure requirements in a particular state or territory, see State Authorization. To become Board Certified Behavior Analysts, students must complete an examination. Individual states, where Behavior Analysis is regulated, may have differing requirements for internships and other steps they may require to practice in their state.
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ABA Program—Academic Calendar
Program starts in spring and fall each year. Eight-week courses offered year-round.
2025 | ||||
Spring First Block | Spring Second Block | Summer Eight-Week | ||
1/8/25-3/4/25 | 3/17/25-5/10/25 | 6/2/25-7/26/25 | ||
Fall First Block | Fall Second Block | |||
8/13/25-10/7/25 | 10/13/25-12/13/25 |
Admission
Admission is made on a rolling basis but is limited to 24 students per cohort. Apply early for priority consideration. Once a given cohort is full, you will be asked to defer until the following term.
Apply by August 1
Application Requirements
- Online application
- Personal statement
- Official transcripts
- Background check
- Completion of a master’s degree with a GPA of at least 3.0
Tuition
*Total estimated tuition based on 2024-25 academic year. Tuition subject to change.
Financial Aid
For information about financial aid, see Financial Aid Resources for Graduate Studies or contact the Financial Aid Office at (660) 785-4130 or finaid@truman.edu
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