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Graduate Certificate in Applied Behavior Analysis
Classes Begin: September 21, 202612-24 months
Fully Online
31.5
Meets requirements for '27 BACB Pathway 2
The Applied Behavior Analysis Graduate Certificate program prepares clinical and educational leaders in the field of evidence-based interventions using behavior analytic principles and techniques. Leaders from this program will be highly successful candidates for employers searching for knowledgeable and skilled behavior analytic consultants and interventionists, program coordinators, and clinical directors.
Our program meets the behavior-analytic coursework requirements for those pursuing the BCBA pathway 2 eligibility route. Upon completing the coursework and other eligibility requirements, you will be eligible to sit for the Board Certified Behavior Analyst Examination® (BCBA). The MS in ABA at Drexel University is pursuing recognition through ABAI's Tiered Model of Education. Pursuit of recognition does not denote recognition status.
Program Features and Benefits
- Flexible online course schedules for full-time and part-time students
- Faculty advisor assigned to each student to provide career guidance and support
- Live meetings with course instructors and classmates weekly
- Access to the research and clinical expertise of Drexel’s ABA program faculty, who are published in the Journal of Applied Behavior Analysis and other top-tier behavioral journals
Related Programs
State restrictions may apply to some programs.
Curriculum
This program is organized into four 10-week quarters per year (as opposed to the traditional two semester system) which means you can take more courses in a shorter time period. One semester credit is equivalent to 1.5 quarter credits.
Drexel University is transitioning to a semester calendar system as of Fall 2027. View the semester program of study for this program.
| Requirements | ||
| Core Applied Behavior Analysis Courses | ||
| ABA 630 | Fundamental Elements of Behavior Change | 4.5 |
| ABA 632 | Behavioral Assessment and Functional Analysis | 4.5 |
| ABA 633 | Behavioral Interventions | 4.5 |
| ABA 635 | Ethical Considerations and Professional Conduct | 4.5 |
| ABA 636 | Applications of Fundamental Elements of Behavior Analysis | 4.5 |
| ABA 637 | Behaviorism: History, Theory and Philosophy | 4.5 |
| ABA 638 | Foundational Principles of Behavior Analysis | 4.5 |
| ABA 731 | Research Methods and Practice | 4.5 |
| Capstone Courses | 9.0 | |
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ABA 780
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Capstone in ABA I | |
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ABA 781
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Capstone in ABA II | |
| Total Credits | 45.0 | |
Admissions Criteria
- A master's degree from a regionally accredited institution
Required Documents
With multiple ways to submit documents, Drexel makes it easy to complete your application. Learn more by visiting our Completing Your Application Guide.
- A completed application
- Official transcripts from all universities or colleges and other post-secondary educational institutions (including trade schools) attended
- Two letters of recommendation (professional or academic)
- An essay describing why you're interested in the field of ABA and pursuing this program at Drexel
- Resume
- Additional requirements for International Students
Tuition
The tuition rate for the academic year 2026-2027 is $1144 per credit. (A 25% tuition savings off Drexel's regular tuition rate of $1525 per credit)
For the academic year 2026-2027, students enrolled in an online graduate academic program will be charged a graduate online program fee of $125 per year.
- Special tuition rates available for Drexel University Alumni, Military members, and members of our Partner Organizations
- These rates apply only to new online students and students being readmitted.
- Tuition rates are subject to increase with the start of each academic year in the fall term.
- All students must contact applyDUonline@drexel.edu within the first two weeks of the term to request tuition savings for which they qualify.
- Special rates cannot be combined. If you qualify for more than one special rate, you'll be given the one with the largest savings.
- When receiving special tuition plans, you may not be able to combine them with other tuition benefits that may be available from Drexel University.
Academic Calendar
2027-2028 Academic Year
Term
Classes Begin
Classes End
Exams Begin
Exams End
Fall 2027
August 23, 2027
December 8, 2027
December 13, 2027
December 17, 2027
Spring 2028
January 10, 2028
April 24, 2028
April 27, 2028
May 3, 2028
Summer 2028
May 15, 2028
August 5, 2028
August 7, 2028
August 11, 2028
2026-2027 Academic Year
Term
Classes Begin
Classes End
Exams Begin
Exams End
Fall 2026
September 22, 2026
December 5, 2026
December 7, 2026
December 12, 2026
Winter 2027
January 4, 2027
March 13, 2027
March 15, 2027
March 20, 2027
Spring 2027
March 29, 2027
June 5, 2027
June 7, 2027
June 12, 2027
Summer 2027
June 21, 2027
August 7, 2027
August 9, 2027
August 14, 2027
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