SPE-507
SPE-508
SPE-511
SPE-512
SPE-520
Applied Behavior Analysis
Applied Behavior Analysis Extended Princ
Autism & Applied Behavior Analysis
Ethics / Professionalism Behavior Analysts
Methods , Materials and Curriculum
This course focuses on all principles of Applied Behavior Analysis as the basis for techniques utilized to improve socially significant behavior to a meaningful degree . Topics will include : basic concepts , selecting , defining and measuring behavior , evaluating and analyzing behavior change , reinforcement , punishment , antecedent variables , developing new behavior , and decreasing behavior with non-punishment procedures . Field Experience is required .
3.00
This course is a continuation of the first Applied Behavior Analysis course ( SPE 507 ). Particular consideration will be given to Functional Analysis and Verbal Behavior . Field Experience is required . 3.00 The course will analyze the basic process of behavior in a person on the autism spectrum . The course will present more advanced learning in basic principles of behavior analysis which will be applied to the behavioral assessment , intervention methodologies , and programming for the student on the autism spectrum . Field Experience is required .
3.00
This course will focus on the Behavior Analyst Certification Board ' s Professional and Ethical Compliance Code . Ethics and professional conduct will be analyzed through readings and scenarios . Students will also study a survey of the applications of Applied Behavior Analysis including behavior consultation and behavior therapy as it applies to common mental health and behavior disorders . 3.00 Students engage the study of methods , materials and curriculum issues for the instruction of PK-12 Special Education students . Attention to theory , best practices , technology use and assessment will be highlighted as well as professional and state standards in the area of Special Education for diverse learners . Field experience is required . 3.00