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Applied Behavior Analysis

RBT and BCBA working with patient

Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) affords a wide variety of opportunities for students interested in pursuing a rewarding career. ABA is a powerful, evidence-based approach that helps people learn new skills, overcome barriers, and improve quality of life. This flexible and growing field offers opportunities to work across a variety of disciplines and populations.

The last day to submit an application for the BACB's 5th Edition eligibility requirements is Dec. 31, 2026. New coursework requirements for the BCBA/BCaBA® certification exams go into effect on Jan. 1, 2027 for the 6th edition test content outline. The Behavior Lab team has compiled a resource for you. 

2027 BACB Exam Requirements Transition Requirements

Review our FAQs page for more certification information. 

Affordable Education to Launch Your Career

We provide the complete educational path toward a successful career in ABA — featuring online undergraduate and graduate level offerings and continuing education courses.

Our online courses prepare students for Board Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBAs), Qualified Behavior Analysts (QBAs), Board Certified Assistant Behavior Analysts (BCaBAs), Qualified Autism Services Practitioner Supervisors (QASPs), Registered Behavior Technicians (RBTs) and Applied Behavior Analysis Technicians (ABATs) 

We are also a QABA coursework provider for students pursuing ABAT, QASP-S, and QBA credentials, as well as an IBAO approved content provider for students pursuing IBA certification.

  • UWF matches in-state tuition for Graduate Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) courses and provides out-of-state tuition waivers for Undergraduate ABA coursework.
  • Cohorts start every semester, so you can earn your certification quickly.
  • Experience live interaction with your instructor and peers in weekly virtual class meetings.
Programs

Online ABAl, QABA and IBAO coursework, undergraduate and graduate level degree offerings.

Programs
Continuing Education

Online CEU course series for Board Certified Behavior Analysts. Learn at your own pace with certificate access upon completion.

Online CEs
FAQs

Review these answers to UWF Applied Behavior Analysis frequently asked questions.

FAQs