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Admission
Requirements » | $50 Application Fee (waived w/promo
SUMMER)
What You’ll Learn
Assess the Situation
Learn to use relevant assessment models to identify behavioral
problems.
Deliver the Right Treatment
Design, implement, and manage culturally appropriate interventions
and treatments.
Make a Difference
Help cultivate positive change for people from diverse backgrounds in
a range of settings.
Program Features
Our program offers additional benefits you might be interested in.
BACB Approved
The course sequence of this program is approved by the Behavior
Analyst Certification Board (BACB) to provide foundational knowledge
in the behavior analysis field.
Relevant & Applicable
Explore and apply advanced psychology coursework with foundational
competencies needed for the ABA discipline.
Scholar-Practitioner Faculty
Capella’s graduate ABA certificate program is taught by
BACB-certified faculty with deep experience as practitioners.
Apply Certificate Credits to Your Next Degree
This certificate program is composed entirely of master’s-level courses, so you can earn a marketable credential as well as credits that can be applied to Capella’s Master of Science in Psychology, Applied Behavior Analysis program.
Cost & Learning Format
Online education isn’t one size fits all. We know you’re busy—you
need a learning experience tailored to your life, not the other way
around. Capella has learning and tuition formats to suit you, however
you learn.
Our original learning format offers extra structure for those who
want it. We'll set the schedule, you meet the deadlines.
- Based on the quarter system; 1-3 courses per 10-week quarter
- 1 semester credit = 1.5 quarter credits
- Weekly assignments and courseroom discussions
- Pay for what you take, price varies by courseload or term
*This is only an estimate, using general program pricing, and
it does not include fees (including application and resource kit fees).
Your price may be higher or lower depending on your
specialization, transfer credits, and tuition discounts. If transfer
credits are allowed in this offering, the prices above show what you
would pay if you brought in the average number of transfer credits
and the price if you brought in the maximum allowed transfer credits.
Get the Details
Speak with an enrollment counselor to get a personalized cost estimate for what you can expect to pay.
Ways to Save
At Capella, we believe your education is an investment in your future. It’s also an investment within your grasp. Your goals are achievable—there are more ways to save than you might think.
10% Military Discount
Active-duty military service members, their spouses, and veterans
could be eligible for a discount.
Employer & Association Discounts
Many employers and organizations partner with Capella to offer
tuition discounts. Talk to an enrollment counselor to learn
more.
Employer Reimbursements
Many employers offer tuition reimbursement to employees, even if
there’s no formal program. Check with your manager or HR dept.
Accredited & Respected
Capella University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.
Accreditation and recognitions provide the assurance we meet
standards for quality of faculty, curriculum, learner services, and
fiscal stability. See all of our accreditations and recognitions.
Sample Courses
The Graduate Certificate in Applied Behavior Analysis curriculum
focuses on ethical and professional conduct, behavior analysis
concepts, principles, and research methods, and
applied
behavior analysis techniques.
Some of the courses you will take:
| Course Number | Course Title |
|---|---|
| PSY7701 | Basic Principles of Applied Behavior Analysis |
| PSY7702 | Techniques in Applied Behavior Analysis |
| PSY7703 | Applied Behavior Analysis Research and Application |
| PSY7704 | Applied Behavior Analysis Interventions |
| PSY7705 | Ethics for Applied Behavior Analysis |
| PSY7706 | Issues in Assessment, Intervention Support, and Related Systems |
Faculty & Support
You’re never going it alone at Capella. Our dedicated faculty and support teams are waiting to guide, help, and
advise you through every step of your educational journey.
Enrollment Counselors
These folks are superstars. We hear it from our students (and grads).
They’re here to help find a program fit and set you up for
success.
Advisors
Want to learn more about courses, instructors, or resources? Ask our
advisors—they know all about the details of your program.
Faculty
Our distinguished faculty members hold top credentials in their
fields. They’re here to teach the knowledge and skills you’ll need,
now.
Career Center
For this team, it’s more than résumés and interview tips. It’s about
thoughtful and strategic career planning—beyond graduation.
Relevant Blog Posts
Understanding the Differences Between Clinical and Non-Clinical Psychology
Learn how licensure, education methods, and workplaces differ in
clinical vs. non-clinical psychology.
What Is Applied Behavior Analysis?
Applied behavior analysis is a specialized field within psychology
that offers a wide range of practice settings, for both human and
animal populations.
Collaborative Efforts in Counseling, Clinical Psychology, and Social Work
An overview of similarities, differences, and collaborative
opportunities in these related fields.
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