Applied Behavior Analysis Graduate Certificate
According to Cooper et al. (2020), applied behavior analysis is a science dedicated to understanding and improving human behavior.
- Offered Hybrid Online and Face-to-Face in Commerce.
- 1 year
- 21 credit hours
- No thesis required
- No foreign language credits required
Improve the Lives of Children and Adults
Our Applied Behavioral Analysis Graduate Certificate is designed to prepare current and future clinicians to practice the study of behavior in a range of settings with clients presenting various needs. Study with doctoral-level board-certified behavior analysts with expertise in behavior analysis research. Instructors may also have practical experience implementing behavioral therapy in various settings such as mental health facilities, schools, home- and community-based therapy and clinics specializing in early and intensive behavioral interventions for individuals with autism and developmental disabilities.
Spring 2026 Graduate Flex Term.
What Are My Job Opportunities?
With an Applied Behavior Analysis Graduate Certificate, you can pursue a variety of career opportunities focused on behavior management and therapy.
Carrier Possibilities
Current Median Salaries from US DOL Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2023
Program Details
Our program is designed to equip you with the skills to apply ABA principles in a range of settings, particularly for individuals with autism and behavioral challenges.
What Might I Learn?
You will have the opportunity to gain experience in a number of key areas.
Behavioral Assessment
Learn to conduct detailed behavioral assessments to identify causes behind behaviors. Honing this skill can help you develop targeted, effective intervention strategies.
Intervention Plan Development
Gain the ability to create and implement individualized behavior intervention plans (BIPs). Utilize data-driven insights to modify behaviors effectively.
Data Collection and Analysis
Master techniques for collecting and analyzing behavioral data to measure the success of interventions. This helps ensure your strategies are evidence-based and adaptable.
Reinforcement and Punishment Techniques
Explore various reinforcement and punishment methods to modify behaviors. Learn to use these techniques systematically to increase desired behaviors and reduce undesirable ones.
Taking Classes
Hybrid Online
Designed for both current professionals and those seeking to advance their knowledge, our graduate certificate offers a flexible, hybrid course delivery format across fall, spring, and summer semesters. Some classes require in-person attendance at our main campus in Commerce, while the majority may be completed online.
For up-to-date details on course locations, times and attendance requirements, please refer to the schedule of classes, which is subject to change.
Curriculum
This 21-semester hour program is designed to provide the necessary coursework for those aiming to become Board Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBA). Coursework includes topics relating to:
- applied behavior analysis
- advanced therapeutic intervention
- ethics in clinical practice
- advanced technologies in applied behavior analysis
- assessment and interventions for social communication impairments
- single-subject designs
- multicultural issues in assessment and therapy
Our certificate meets the coursework requirements set by the Behavior Analyst Certification Board (BACB); however, to be eligible for the BCBA examination, you must fulfill additional BACB criteria, which includes completing a graduate degree in behavior analysis, education or psychology.
For more information, please contact Dr. Kelly Carrero at [email protected].
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Finding My Community
We believe that education thrives in an environment where collaboration, support and mutual respect flourish. Our community of students and professors embodies these values, creating an enriching and dynamic atmosphere for learning and growth. Our students come from a variety of backgrounds and bring a wide range of experiences and perspectives to the table. Our professors are not only experts in their respective fields but also dedicated mentors who are committed to guiding and nurturing the next generation of scholars.
Kelly M. Carrero, Ph.D., BCBA, LBA-TX
Faculty
Anabel V. Meyer Ph.D., LP, LSSP, LBA, NCSP, BCBA
Alum Faculty
Shulan Lu, Ph.D.
Faculty
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Financing My Future
Financial Aid
Financial aid includes a variety of programs, like scholarships, federal and state grants, and federal and state work-study programs. Find out how you may be eligible for scholarships, grants, loans and/or a graduate assistantship. Financial Aid and Scholarships
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Graduate Assistant/Research/Teaching
Graduate assistant teaching (GAT), graduate assistant research (GAR), and graduate assistant non-teaching (GANT) assistantships at East Texas A&M offer financial support and professional development for graduate students. Assistantships are available in academic and non-academic departments.
Cost Before Financial Aid
East Texas A&M is one of the most affordable colleges around the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex. Our tuition rates are some of the most competitive in Texas.
$3,669
for Texas residents
/
$7,341
For non-residents
Tuition and fees for graduate students taking nine credit hours are $3,669 for Texas residents and $7,341 for non-residents. But don’t worry: there are
Additional Fees May Apply
- Online Courses ($50 per hour)
- Remote Locations ($20 per hour)
- Lab Fees ($5 – $30 per course)
How Do I Get Started?
If you have not already done so, complete the Request Information form. You will be connected with your enrollment specialist, who can answer your questions. When you’re ready, go ahead and follow the steps below to apply.
Admissions Requirements
To be considered for admission, you must first meet the following criteria.
- GPA minimum 2.5
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution
Admission Process
Once admitted, you must:
- Earn a 3.0 GPA on all required coursework (No course substitutions may be applied on graduate certificates)
- Submit a Completion of Certificate Request while taking your final graduate certificate courses.
- Create an account or login if you already have one
- Complete your profile section first once you log into your account
- Select “School Search” and select East Texas A&M
- Choose the semester you wish to begin
- Select “Applied Behavior Analysis Graduate Certificate” as your “Program.”
- Pay the $50 application fee.
Wait to receive an application confirmation email before proceeding to the next step.
- Within two business days of your application, the Graduate School will send a confirmation email to the personal email account you used for ApplyTexas.
Submit the following documents after you receive an application confirmation email.
- Upload your documents at myLeo > Apps > Check Admissions Application Status & Test Scores or email your documents to your graduate coordinator unless otherwise specified below.
Your Graduate Coordinator
Contact your previous institution(s) and request that they send your official transcripts to your graduate coordinator.
- We recommend that you request transcripts for all of your academic work.
All international transcripts must be evaluated and the evaluation submitted to the Graduate School.
We accept evaluations sent directly from the following Agencies.
If a WES ICAP or equivalent is submitted, we will not need the official transcripts to be submitted separately.
If a normal evaluation is submitted, official original transcripts with all marksheets will still need to be submitted.
If your institution is unable to submit a digital copy, hard copies may be mailed to:
East Texas A&M University
Attn: Graduate School
PO Box 3011
Commerce, Texas 75429-3011
We will need official/original documents. If those documents are the only copies you have, the Graduate School can mail them back to you upon request. Contact your graduate coordinator for more information.
Review the Application Packet for more information.
Look for application updates in myLeo > Apps > Check Application Status
- Once an admission decision has been made, you will receive an email to your student email account at myLeo > Apps > Leomail.
- Apply for scholarships and graduate assistantships once you are admitted.
- Apply for financial aid by submitting a FAFSA and sending it to school code 003565.
- Contact your financial aid advisor with any questions.
Once registration opens and you are eligible to enroll, your graduate enrollment specialist will contact you to complete registration.
- View your degree plan in DegreeWorks.
- To register for classes, go to myLeo > Student Resources > Registration Menu.
Contact your graduate enrollment specialist if you have any questions regarding your degree plan and registration.
Your Graduate Enrollment Specialist
Note: International students interested in graduate certificates must do so in conjunction with a graduate degree.
- Create an account or login if you already have one
- Complete your profile section first once you log into your account
- Select “School Search” and select East Texas A&M
- Choose the semester you wish to begin
- Select “Applied Behavior Analysis Graduate Certificate” as your “Program.”
- Pay the $75 application fee
Wait to receive an application confirmation email before proceeding to the next step.
- After you submit your application, the Graduate School will send a confirmation email within two business days to the personal email account you used for ApplyTexas.
Submit the following documents after you receive an application confirmation email.
- Upload your documents at myLeo > Apps > Check Admissions Application Status & Test Scores or email your documents to your graduate coordinator unless otherwise specified below.
Your Graduate Coordinator
- Contact your previous institution(s) and request that they send your official transcripts to:
East Texas A&M University
Attn: Graduate School
2600 S. Neal St.
Commerce, Texas 75428
We will need official/original documents. If those documents are the only copies you have, the Graduate School can mail them back to you upon request. Contact your graduate coordinator or more information.
If your institution is unable to submit a digital copy, hard copies may be mailed to:
East Texas A&M University
Attn: Graduate School
PO Box 3011
Commerce, Texas 75429-3011
We will need official/original documents. If those documents are the only copies you have, the Graduate School can mail them back to you upon request. Contact your graduate coordinator for more information.
All international transcripts must be evaluated and the evaluation submitted to the Graduate School.
We accept evaluations sent directly from the following Agencies.
- If a normal evaluation is submitted, official original transcripts with all marksheets will still need to be submitted.
- If a WES ICAP or equivalent is submitted, we will not need the official transcripts to be submitted separately.
Look for application updates in myLeo > Apps > Check Application Status
- Once an admission decision has been made, you will receive an email to your student email account at myLeo > Apps > Leomail.
- Apply for scholarships and graduate assistantships once you are admitted.
- Apply for financial aid by submitting a FAFSA and sending it to school code 003565.
- Contact your financial aid advisor with any questions.
Once registration opens and you are eligible to enroll, your graduate enrollment specialist will contact you to complete registration.
- View your degree plan in DegreeWorks.
- To register for classes, go to myLeo > Student Resources > Registration Menu.
Contact your graduate enrollment specialist if you have any questions regarding your degree plan and registration.
Your Graduate Enrollment Specialist
I Still Have Questions
We are here to help! Send us an email. We can answer your questions and assist you in the application process.
Contact the Department
- Department of Psychology and Special Education
- 903.886.5102 Ex:5631
- [email protected]