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158 Graduate Catalog 2010-2012 EDUCATIoN: APPLIED BEHAVIorAL ANALySIS For SPECIAL PoPULATIoNS (GrADUATE CErTIFICATE) Faculty Dan Almeida, MA, PhD candidate in ABA, Simmons College; BCBA · Applied Behavior Analysis: Preference Assessment · Functional Assessment · Autism treatment · Transition to Adulthood · Severe Challenging Behavior Frank L Bird, MEd, Boston College; BCBA • Applied Behavior Analysis: Research to Practice • Ethical Practices • Functional Behavior Assessment (Part-time) Mary E Brady (Program Coordinator), PhD, Boston College • Administration and Program Design • Curriculum Development for Students with Severe Disabilities Art Campbell, PhD, University of Kansas; BCBA • Applied Behavior Analysis: Research Design • Behavior Consultation • Early Childhood Autism (Part-time) James Chok, PhD, University of North Carolina at Greensboro; BCBA · Behavioral Assessment · Staff Training · Case Management (Part-time) Florence D. DiGennaro Reed, PhD, Syracuse University; BCBA • Applied Behavior Analysis • Treatment Integrity • Teacher/ Staff Training • Behavioral Consultation • Autism (Part-time) James T Ellis, PhD, West Virginia University; BCBA • Applied Behavior Analysis: Autism Treatment • Early Intervention • HomeBased Supports (Part-time) Rita Gardner, MPH, Boston University; BCBA • Organizational Behavior Management • Systems Analysis • Applied Behavior Analysis: Traumatic Brain Injury • Autism (Part-time) Helena Maguire, MA, University of Massachusetts Boston; BCBA • Staff Training • Performance Management • Applied Behavior Analysis • Student Educational Plans • Curriculum Development (Part-time) Derek D. Reed, PhD, Syracuse University; BCBA • Applied Behavior Analysis • Behavioral Economics • Choice and Decision-Making • Translational Research (Part-time) for students and adults with special needs. This program follows the established national curriculum that will enable students to meet (1) the professional competencies (identified through a national research process) that individuals will need as Applied Behavior Analysis Practitioners, and (2) course eligibility requirements to sit for the examination at the BCBA or BCABA level. The program was developed by UMass Boston’s Center for Social Development and Education (CSDE) in collaboration with Melmark New England and the College of Education and Human Development. A research and training institute, CSDE is dedicated to promoting quality education and social development for students of all ages, particularly those at risk for academic and social failure. Since its inception in 1979, CSDE has developed and implemented programs that address the changing needs of students, families, schools, and the community. Melmark New England is a private, not-for-profit, community-based organization dedicated to serving children and adolescents within the autism spectrum disorders. The program uses an interdisciplinary team approach based upon the principles of applied behavior analysis and positive behavioral supports. In addition to its center-based program, Melmark New England is committed to supporting public school personnel so that they may educate students within their own neighborhood schools. helpful when working with others, such as parents and general educators, across settings. Students will receive guided practice with each course’s content by developing a Case Study, which may be course-specific or continue across several courses. Successful completion of all courses will meet the education requirement to sit for the national Behavior Analyst Certification Board (BACB) licensing examination. Degree requirements The program comprises five 3-credit courses for a total of 15 credits. Each course is offered for a total of 45 hours. Graduate credits earned in this certificate program may be counted toward a UMass Boston master’s degree in education, or either a master’s degree or CAGS in counseling, with approval of the relevant graduate program director. Admission requirements Please see the general statement of admission requirements for all graduate studies programs in the “Admissions” section of this publication. Applicants must have earned a bachelor’s or master’s degree in education, psychology, or a related field that is approved by the program coordinator. For additional information, please go to http://www.csde.umb.edu/prof_dev_app_ behavior.html or contact: Mary E. Brady, PhD Center for Social Development and Education University of Massachusetts Boston 100 Morrissey Blvd. Boston, MA 02125-3393 mary.brady@umb.edu OR 617.287.7254 The Curriculum This graduate certificate program is delivered in five courses of three credits each. Through these courses participating educators, counselors, and consultants will gain the knowledge, concepts, and skills to plan, implement, and assess applied behavioral analysis programs for qualified children and adults. The first two courses, Basic Principles I and II, provide the tools, methodology, curriculum models, and ethical considerations that must be addressed for any ABA techniques to be utilized. The third and fourth courses, Extended Applications I and II, expand the use of the methodology to long-range outcomes, generalization, and emergency situations. The fifth course, Special Settings and Services, focuses upon the application of the skills, knowledge, and concepts to special populations, such as those with acquired head injuries and those who are extremely self-destructive. During this final course, participants will also have the opportunity to learn the leadership, problemsolving, and communication skills that are Courses EDC G 651 Applied Behavior Analysis for Special Populations: Basic Principles I The Program The Applied Behavior Analysis for Special Populations Graduate Certificate Program (http://www.csde.umb.edu/prof_dev_app_ behavior.html) is a five-course sequence designed to provide students with knowledge, concepts, and skills so that they may serve as effective practitioners who can assess, design, implement, and evaluate applied behavior analysis (ABA) programs The intent of this course is to provide students with the basic applied behavior analysis concepts and skills. The curriculum has been approved by the national Behavior Analyst Certification Board (BACB) in the initial content areas of Ethical Considerations, Definitions and Characteristics of Applied Behavior Analysis and Basic Principles of Behavior. Students will complete an extensive case study planned and implemented to demonstrate mastery of the course competencies. This course also meets Behavior Analyst Certification Board, Inc.™ requirements for ethical and professional standards issues relevant to the practice of http://www.csde.umb.edu/prof_dev_app_behavior.html http://www.csde.umb.edu/prof_dev_app_behavior.html http://www.csde.umb.edu/prof_dev_app_behavior.html http://www.csde.umb.edu/prof_dev_app_behavior.html

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Table of Contents
Graduate Program Affiliations
UMass Boston at a Glance
Foreword
Mission Statement
Trustees of the University
Administrative Officers of the University
Academic Calendar, 2010-2012
Admissions
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Education
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Leadership in Urban Schools
Education: Educational Administration
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Education: Applied Behavioral Analysis for Special Populations
Education: Technology, Learning, and Leadership
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Spanish and Hispanic Studies
Graduate Consortium in Women’s Studies
Road Map and Directions to Campus
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Index

UMass Boston - Graduate Studies 2011