Behavior Analyst Certificate

The Behavior Analyst certificate at Cambridge College fulfills the coursework requirement to sit for the Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA®) exam. The course sequence is delivered via a hybrid learning model that includes in-person and online courses, as well as supervised field experiences. Students who complete the behavior analysis course sequence and successfully pass the BCBA examination may apply for national certification and also as a Licensed Applied Behavior Analyst (LABA) in Massachusetts. The program is approved by the Behavior Analyst Certification Board.

What Is Applied Behavior Analysis?

Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) is a method of therapy that focuses on improving or modifying specific behaviors. ABA is known for being one of the only scientifically valid therapies available for the treatment of autism. However, it has been shown to be effective in treating a variety of neurodevelopmental and behavioral disorders.

Who Is the Behavior Analyst Certificate Designed For?

The Behavior Analyst certificate program is designed specifically for students who are currently practicing in ABA-based treatment settings and wish to pursue national certification as a Board Certified Behavior Analyst.

Behavioral Analyst Program Requirements

Formal access to Board Certified Behavior Analyst supervision is essential to the academic requirements and is a prerequisite for program entry. It is essential that all candidates have a current job in a setting that will enable them to meet the Behavior Analyst Certification Board’s supervised field work requirements. This includes having a BCBA who has agreed to provide supervision for the fieldwork.

For successful completion of the program, students must be both familiar with and able to effectively use technology-based instructional formats and be highly disciplined in meeting deadlines for required work assignments. Effective and timely communication skills are also essential to student success.

Cambridge College Behavior Analyst Program Highlights

Take the next step in your education and career. The Behavior Analyst certificate program at Cambridge College offers a flexible, affordable option designed for working professionals.

• Board Certified Behavior Analyst preparation. Behavior analyst coursework, including supervision and fieldwork, are specifically aligned with current Behavior Analyst Certification Board standards and its corresponding edition of the BCBA exam.
• Applied learning. As part of the coursework, you’ll complete a functional assessment project and a written behavior support plan under the guidance of faculty and your BCBA field work supervisor. You’ll also complete a range of behavior analytic projects specific to the topics covered during each course and the current Behavior Analyst Certification Board task list.
• Flexible class schedules. This program is offered through a hybrid of face-to-face and online classes, with day, evening, and weekend-intensive options designed to fit the needs of adult learners.  
• Experienced faculty. At Cambridge College, you’ll learn from and work with top faculty who bring extensive research and professional experience in applied behavior analysis to the program.
• Diverse experiences. Cambridge College welcomes more than 300 students from 50+ countries and was recently ranked as one of the Most Ethnically Diverse Colleges in America by Best College Reviews.

A recent report by Burning Glass Technologies found that the demand for credentialed behavior analysts is quickly increasing, with by far the highest demand in Massachusetts, New Jersey, and California. The report also found that the BCBA credential has the largest increase in demand.