Technician in Applied Behavior Analysis Certificate

Program Code:

TABC

Degree:

Certificate

This program may be completed at QCC Worcester (Main Campus).
Many courses are offered at QCC Southbridge.
This program may be completed face-to-face.
This program may be completed 60% or more online.

Connections:

Credits from this certificate can be applied to the following associate degree(s):

Early Childhood Education - Birth through Eight Years Old Option (Evening Only)

Program Contact Email:

earlychildhood@qcc.mass.edu

Additional Information

Goals

Program Goals:

The Technician in Applied Behavior Analysis Certificate provides students with both the theoretical knowledge and practical skills training necessary for working with atypical and typical children, particularly around the use of applied behavior analysis.

Student Learning Outcomes:

Upon completion of the program, graduates will be able to:

Describe children’s developmental characteristics and needs and the multiple influences on development and learning.
Apply knowledge of applied behavior analysis to demonstrate the competency needed to become a registered behavior technician.
Apply knowledge of development to support healthy, respectful, supportive, and challenging learning environments.
Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of family and community characteristics and describe methods for involving families and communities in their children’s development and learning.
Employ positive guidance strategies that are developmentally appropriate.
Integrate content knowledge with other disciplines to support the development, implementation, and evaluation of curriculum that promotes positive outcomes for children.
Engage in continuous, collaborative learning to inform practice.
Value ethical standards and professional guidelines.
Demonstrate informed advocacy for children and the profession.
Identify and utilize professional resources.
Demonstrate ability to write and speak effectively.
Demonstrate knowledge and appreciation of diverse cultures.

Classes

Curriculum:

Course Title	Course #	Semester Offered	Credits	Prerequisites
Semester 1 Apply and get accepted to this program (Program Code: TABC). Register for and successfully complete all courses to graduate in two semesters. Meet with a QCC Career Services Representative and attend Workshops. See www.QCC.edu/career-services.
Introduction to Early Childhood Education	ECE 101	F/S/SU	3	Placement into college level English
Growth & Development of the Young Child	ECE 102	F/S/SU	3	Placement into college level English
Understanding Applied Behavior Analysis	ECE 105	F/S	3	Placement into college level English
		Total	9
Semester 2 Meet with a Career Services Representative for Job Search Assistance services. Submit an Intent to Graduate Form, located on The Q.
Family Issues & Dynamics	ECE 112	F/S/SU	3	Placement into college level English
Applied Behavior Analysis Supervised Practicum	ECE 205	F/S	3	ECE 105 with a grade of “C” or higher
Young Children with Special Needs	ECE 242	F/S	3	ECE 102 or PSY 123, Placement into college level English
		Total	9
Total Credits Required:			18

Elective Information

Cost & Requirements

Program Admissions Requirements:

Students should note that some first semester courses carry minimum prerequisites. Refer to the program grid.

High School Diploma or GED/HiSET.

Admissions Process:

Admissions inquiries should be directed to admissions [at] qcc.mass.edu. Prospective students may apply to the program of their choice by following the enrollment steps at www.QCC.edu/enrollment-steps.

Technical Performance Standards:

See the Technical Performance Standards page. (Note: Not all programs have technical performance standards).

Credit for Prior Learning:

Students with certifications or over five years of major-related work experience may be eligible to earn credit for prior learning. To apply students must complete a profile at https://myexperiencecounts.mass.edu/

CORI, SORI, Finger Printing & Drug Testing:

Criminal Offender Record Information (CORI), Sex Offender Registry Information (SORI), Department of Children & Families (DCF) background checks and/or finger printing are required for certain mandatory courses.

Additional Cost:

See the Program Fees page.

Additional Information:

Students must pass all ECE courses with a grade of “C” or higher.
Students cannot take any ECE course more than twice.
All fieldwork will be completed at a college approved site by a licensed professional.
Many of the required courses can be applied to the associate degree option(s).

Career

Career Outlook:

Please consult the Massachusetts Career Information System at https://masscis.intocareers.org/ or the Occupational Outlook Handbook at www.bls.gov/ooh/ for specific occupational information. The CIP code for this program is 13.1015.

Transfer Articulations & Opportunities:

Prospective students may learn more about transfer articulation agreements at www.QCC.edu/agreements. More information regarding transfer opportunities is available at www.QCC.edu/transfer.

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Contact QCC Admissions at 508.854.4262 for more information.

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