This course covers the following certifications: QASP, QBA, and IBA.
In this course, students will learn to assess and analyze behavior using the ABC format, scatter plots, and conduct interviews. Students will gain the skills to conduct descriptive assessments and functional analyses of problem behavior, as well as interpret functional assessment data.
Topics Covered: The course covers 45 hours of Behavior Assessment as required by the QABA for QASP/QBA course content and by the IBAO for IBA course content.
Number of Units: 3.5 graduate level extension credit(s) in semester hours
Who Should Attend: This course provides continuing education for Optimus Education Participants.
To enroll in this course please ensure you have registered with Optimus Education: https://optimus.tovuti.io/courses-page/course/qba602-behavior-assessment
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Directions to Enrolled Participants for University Credit: Register for credit only after completing your coursework. Notify your program that you have registered for credit and confirm that they can release your final grade to our program. Once enrolled for credit and your course is complete, please email your Certificate of Completion to [email protected].
Prerequisites: A minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree in a related field. Reference following websites: https://qababoard.com/ and https://theibao.com/
Audience: Behavior Therapist, Behavior Supervisor, Behavior Analyst, Qualified Autism Services Practitioner, Qualified Autism Services Supervisor, Master Teacher, Teacher Aide, Director of ABA Services, Supervisor of ABA Services.
Refund Policy: All Credit Validation enrollments are refundable, less a $25 fee, if requested within 30 days of enrollment date. There will be no refunds for Credit Validation after the allotted 30 days.
Enrollment Open Through: July 1, 2026 (11:59pm PT)
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