Behavior Analysis (PhD)
Description
The PhD program in Behavior Analysis is a 48-credit doctoral program designed to train and position qualified behavior analysts to make significant contributions to science and to the community. Coursework includes topics such as behavioral assessment, descriptive analysis, demonstration of functional relations, measurement and intervention tactics, data display and interpretation, selection of target behaviors and goals, family issues, legal and ethical issues and crisis management.
Requirements for Entry into Program
Candidates must have a Master's degree or higher in Behavioral Education, Applied Behavior Analysis or a related field, including psychology, education, or special education. Additional requirements include official transcripts from all coursework completed since high school, three letters of recommendation, a résumé, a statement of purpose, an analytical writing sample, an interview, and official GRE general test scores.
Degree Requirements
This program requires 48 semester hours, the equivalent of 9 courses, plus the completion of a dissertation. Students may enroll on either a full- or part-time basis beginning in the fall, spring, or summer semesters.
Required Courses
| DABA 634 | Group Design and Statistical Analysis | 4.00 |
| DABA 630 | Experimental Analysis of Behavior | 4.00 |
| DABA 633 | Advanced Single Subject Design | 4.00 |
| DABA 601 | History of Behavior Analysis | 4.00 |
| DABA 632 | Diversity and Advanced Professional Practice Issues for Behavior Analysts | 4.00 |
| DABA 640 | Dissemination | 4.00 |
| DABA 690 | Dissertation | 4 |
| DABA 699 | Dissertation Extension | 0 |
Elective Courses
| DABA 661 | Complex Stimulus Control | 4.00 |
| DABA 610 | Verbal Behavior | 4.00 |
| DABA 662 | Behavioral Analysis in Higher Education | 4.00 |
| DABA 660 | Organizational Behavior Management and Consultation | 4.00 |
| DABA 625 | Advanced Functional Assessment & Analysis | 4.00 |
| DABA 635 | Behavioral Medicine | 4.00 |