BEHV 5612 - Meaningful Assessment in Behavioral Practice

3 hours

Teaches students the role of assessment in the practice of applied behavior analysis. Includes a comprehensive understanding of the purpose of assessment, types of assessments, methods for assessment analysis, and considerations for selecting and prioritizing socially valid goals for behavior change that are based on assessment results. Emphasis is placed on assessment of both skills and problems through descriptive and functional analyses. Focus is on clinical settings in behavioral practice and preparation for professional credentialing as a Board Certified Behavior Analyst.

Prerequisite(s): BEHV 5610 (may be taken concurrently).

Course specific fees (in addition to tuition and mandatory):
Academic (AF) per hour: $18.40