佛里森学院

Applied Behavior Analysis and Autism Studies Undergraduate Program

Applied Behavior analysis is the science of behavior, with a history extending back to the early 20th century. Its guiding philosophy is behaviorism, which is based on the premise that attempts to improve the human condition through behavior change (e.g., education, behavioral health treatment) will be most effective if behavior itself is the primary focus.

With a degree in Behavior and Autism Studies from Felician University, you can help to better the lives of individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder and other Developmental Disabilities that are impacted by behaviors ranging from difficulty with communication, academic, social, and functional skills to gain a better quality of life by applying an effective systematic, scientific approach, Applied Behavior Analysis.

These programs offer you the chance to study how uniquely-abled individuals can learn. Preparing professions to understand behavioral patterns in relation to the environment will help you teach students how to increase positive behavior.

ABA therapy helps to improve communication, social, and academic skills as well as promote attention and community. But that is just the tip of the iceberg, many will go on to support all students in schools, patients in hospital settings, work in early intervention, or organizational behavior management, just to name a few.

Through class discussions of case studies, applied field experience at a variety of practicum sites in the area, students gain the knowledge and skills needed to understand and work effectively with people from diverse backgrounds and settings.

Flexible Instruction

Individuals seeking a degree Behavior and Autism Studies can choose to attend Felician University’s campus, or access class sessions via synchronous technology.

The program offers evening class schedules, and works closely with local educational agencies, exceptional private schools and clinics utilizing behavior analysis, and the International Center for Autism and Disabilities Research (I-CADRE) that provide practicum, employment, and applied learning opportunities for students.

Program Offerings

Felician University offers 2 ways to complete the course work towards becoming a Board Certified Assistant Behavior Analyst® at the Undergraduate Level

Undergraduate Major in Behavior and Autism Studies