Applied Behavior Analysis, Bachelor of Science
General Requirements
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Core Curriculum | 42 | |
| Required Support Courses | 3 | |
| Major Courses | 33 | |
| Prescribed Electives | 18 | |
| Electives | 24 | |
| Total Credits | 120 | |
- 36 advanced credit hours required for degree
- 30 upper-division hours and 25% of total semester hours required for this degree must be completed at A&M-SA to satisfy residency requirement
- CIP Code: 42.2814
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Core Curriculum 1 | ||
| ENGL 1301 | Composition I | 3 |
| ENGL 1302 | Composition II | 3 |
| Mathematics | 3 | |
| Life and Physical Science | 3 | |
| Life and Physical Science | 3 | |
| Language, Philosophy, and Culture | 3 | |
| Creative Arts | 3 | |
| American History | 3 | |
| American History | 3 | |
| Government/Political Science | 3 | |
| Government/Political Science | 3 | |
| Social and Behavioral Sciences | 3 | |
| Component Area Option | 3 | |
| Component Area Option | 3 | |
| Subtotal: | 42 | |
| Required Support Courses | ||
| UNIV 1301 | First Year Seminar | 3 |
| Subtotal: | 3 | |
| Major Courses | ||
| ABA 3301 | Introduction to ABA | 3 |
| ABA 3302 | Introduction to Research Metho | 3 |
| ABA 3303 | Advanced Research Methods in A | 3 |
| ABA 3304 | Ethical and Professional Behav | 3 |
| ABA 3305 | Functional Behavior Assessment | 3 |
| ABA 4306 | ABA Applications for Behavior | 3 |
| ABA 4307 | Selecting and Implementing ABA | 3 |
| ABA 4308 | Personnel Supervision for ABA | 3 |
| ABA 4309 | Intro to Autism Spectrum | 3 |
| ABA 4310 | Practicum in ABA | 3 |
| ABA 4310 | Practicum in ABA | 3 |
| Subtotal: | 33 | |
| Prescribed Electives | 18 | |
| Introduction to Human Services | ||
| Motor Dev and Motor Learning | ||
| Motor Skills Special Populations | ||
| Survey of Exceptional Individuals | ||
| Development of Exceptional Individuals | ||
| Intervention/Tech in Spec Educ | ||
| Collaboration and Transition Services in Inclusive Settings | ||
| Assessment of Exceptional Stds | ||
| Federal and State Regulations Concerning Exceptional Individuals | ||
| Child and Adolescent Development as it Impacts Instruction | ||
| Infant and Toddler Development | ||
| Professionalism, Leadership and Ethics | ||
| Academics, Creativity & Play | ||
| Working with Diverse Families and Young Children | ||
| Action Research | ||
| Practicum in Growth and Development | ||
| Cognitive Development | ||
| Social & Emotional Development | ||
| General Psychology | ||
| Psychology of Learning | ||
| Lifespan Development | ||
| Educational Psychology | ||
| Military Psychology | ||
| Subtotal: | 18 | |
| Elective Courses | 24 | |
| Subtotal: | 24 | |
| Total Credits | 120 | |
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Other courses may satisfy core curriculum requirements. Courses listed under the core curriculum above are also specific degree requirements and are recommended in the core to expedite degree completion.
This suggested plan of study is intended to be used as a guide in conjunction with official degree requirements outlined in the catalog. While this plan demonstrates a course of study that covers eight semesters, each student’s academic path is unique and your timeline may look different. Students should regularly consult with academic advisors as they plan their course schedules as course offerings may vary.
| Third Year | ||
|---|---|---|
| First Semester | Credits | |
| Prescribed Elective | 3 | |
| Prescribed Elective | 3 | |
| ABA 4307 | Selecting and Implementing ABA | 3 |
| ABA 4308 | Personnel Supervision for ABA | 3 |
| Credits | 12 | |
| Total Credits | 12 | |