Certificate in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA; non-licensure)
This certificate is designed to prepare students for a career in the field of Applied Behavior Analysis. Successful completion of PSYC1001 Introduction to Psychology is required before completing this course sequence.
| Course ID | Course Name | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| PSYC2705 | Concepts & Principles in Applied Behavior Analysis | 3 |
| PSYC2710 | Assessment and Measurement in Behavior Analysis | 3 |
| PSYC3705 | Beginning Strategies for Changing Behavior | 3 |
| PSYC3710 | Advanced Strategies for Changing Behavior | 3 |
| PSYC1013 | Practicum in Applied Behavior Analysis (1) | 6 |
| PSYC2013 | Practicum in Applied Behavior Analysis (2) | 6 |
| a href="https://www.becker.edu/course-description/psyc3013/">PSYC3013< | Practicum in Applied Behavior Analysis (3) | 6 |
| Total Credits | 30 |
Certificate in Addictions Counseling
The addictions counseling certificate gives students the option to work as an addiction counselor in many types of treatment settings, including detoxification, residential programs, and out- patient programs. This certificate meets the MBSACC (Massachusetts Board of Substance Abuse Counselor Certification) educational requirements for the CADAC Level certification. Work experience is still needed.
| Course ID | Course Name | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| PSYC1001 | Introduction to Psychology | 3 |
| EXSC3205 | Drugs & Society | 3 |
| PSYC3300 | Addictions Counseling | 3 |
| PSYC2303 | Psychopharmacology for Counselors | 3 |
| PSYC3301 | The 12 Core Functions of the Substance Abuse Counselor | 3 |
| PSYC4903 | Practicum in Addictions Counseling (300 Hours) | 6 |
| Total Credits | 21 |
Certificate in Forensic Science
| Course Code | Course Name | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| FORE2001 | Introduction to Forensics with Lab | 4 |
| FORE2002 | Collection and Preservation of Evidence with Lab | 4 |
| FORE3001 | Criminal Investigation | 3 |
| JUST3200 | Criminal Procedure and Evidence | 3 |
| PSYC2400 | Forensic Psychology | 3 |
| Total Credits | 17 | |
Certificate in Homeland Security (Online)
| Course ID | Course Name | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| JUST1200 | Intro to Homeland Security | 3 |
| JUST2805 | Evolution of Terrorism | 3 |
| JUST2810 | Intelligence in Homeland Security | 3 |
| JUST2815 | Physical Security and Critical Infrastructure Protection | 3 |
| JUST3305 | Cyber Crime | 3 |
| Total Credits | 15 |
Admissions Requirements:
The School of Graduate and Professional Studies offers a rolling admission process; applications are accepted throughout the year. Requirements include:
- Completed signed application
- Prior college credit(s) earned; copy of official college transcript(s) required
- No previous college experience; proof of high school diploma or GED required
- Assessment testing may be required
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