University of Kentucky®
Graduate Certificate in
Applied Behavior Analysis
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FORMAT
TOTAL CREDITS 21
CREDENTIALS Certificate
COST PER CREDIT
$753.00
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About this Program
Earn a graduate certificate in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) and acquire the skills to help individuals with challenging behavior and/or skill deficits reach their goals.
Our online program instructs and prepares students to work as Board Certified Behavior Analyst in educational settings such as school and centers and provide services to a variety of individuals with or at-risk for disabilities.
Learn from experienced practitioners who research and actively participate in this field while developing a specialized skill set to best assist individuals across the lifespan.
Designed For
This program is intended for individuals interested in working with individuals with behavioral challenges or developmental disabilities, aiming to apply evidence-based techniques to improve behavior and quality of life. Prospective students often have backgrounds in psychology, education, or related fields and are pursuing careers as behavior analysts or therapists in clinical or educational settings.
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What You’ll Learn
In this certificate program, you will learn the principles of human behavior and how to build positive social skills and improve the lives of individuals who are neurodivergent and/or have learning disabilities.
Course Examples
- EDS 601 Concepts and Principles of Applied Behavior Analysis
- EDS 630 Advanced Methods Teaching Students with Disabilities
- EDS 605 Assessment and Treatment of Social and Adaptive Behaviors
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- EDS 618 Assessment and Treatment of Problem Behavior
- EDS 603 Behavioral Consultation and Supervision
- EDS 618 Assessment and Treatment of Problem Behavior
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- EDS 605 Assessment and Treatment of Social and Adaptive Behaviors
- EDS 633 Single Case Design
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How to Apply
Admissions Criteria
- Bachelor or Masters degree in a related field (e.g., education, psychology, special education, social work, communication disorders). If not, pre-requisite of EDS 516 (or equivalent from another institution).
- Must have obtained a baccalaureate degree, prior to the start of the admission term, from a fully accredited U.S. institution of higher learning or from a recognized foreign institution. See Graduate School admissions for specifics.
- An overall grade point average of 2.75 on undergraduate work and 3.00 on all graduate work, if applicable.
- International applicants whose native language is not English must submit either a TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) or IELTS (International English Language Testing System) score. See Graduate School admissions for specifics.
Application Requirements
- Updated resume overviewing your education and experience.
- Scholarly writing sample (research article, literature review).
- Personal statement describing previous experience that led to this desire to obtain ABA certificate.
- One (1) letter of recommendation speaking to your experience working with children or youth (Only email addresses required. Our system will email them to upload their reference.)
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Deadlines
Fall 2025
Why UK Online
Once you become a student, you will have access to a wide variety of academic support services to maximize your success.
Pay the same online tuition rate, no matter where you live.
Fit learning into your busy schedule with no prescribed class times.
Access supporting services and success coaches to help you succeed.
Frequently Asked Questions
Admissions
Do I need to have a master's degree to enroll in this graduate certificate?
The only degree needed to enroll in a graduate certificate program is a bachelor's degree.
Can I take this graduate certificate by itself?
Yes, graduate certificates can be taken by themselves. Our graduate certificate programs are designed to allow students to gain very specific skills and knowledge in a shorter amount of time than our degree programs in similar areas. Certificate programs can be useful to your career by itself, or when coupled with a degree-bearing program. This choice is completely up to the student.
What is the admission criteria?
Please view the Admission Criteria section, located under "How to Apply" on this page.
Tuition
Is financial aid available if this is the only program I enroll in?
Federal financial aid is not available to students who only enroll in a certificate program. If you are concurrently enrolled in a degree-bearing program, you would qualify for federal financial aid.
How much does the online program cost?
The tuition rate for this program is listed at the top of this page. If you still have questions, please reach out to the program representative.
Is there a tuition cap?
Yes! For graduate students who enroll full-time (9+ credit hours) exclusively in a distance education program, will receive a capped tuition rate. To see the current term’s capped tuition rate, please visit https://www.uky.edu/studentaccount/tuition and look for “Graduate Students Enrolled Exclusively in Distance Education Courses -- full-time.” This is the per semester rate you will pay when enrolled for 9 or more credit hours. Please note, this rate only applies to programs using the standard graduate tuition rate.
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Distance Learning Authorization & Licensure
Where you live matters when completing distance education activities. If you will live outside of Kentucky while completing your program, please check the Distance Learning Authorization & Licensure page to confirm that the program can be offered in your state or country, and if relevant, that it meets professional licensure requirements in your state. Please note: Admission and enrollment in a fully-online program can NOT lead to the issuance of a J-1 or F-1 student visa.
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