Professional and Ethical Issues in Behavior Analysis

Spring 2025 > Humanities & Social Sciences > PSYC.5850 > 031

Course No: PSYC.5850-031; SIS Class Nbr: 1397; SIS Term: 3430
Course Status: Course Full - Wait List Available

Course Description

This course will explore the legal and ethical issues facing professionals working with individuals diagnosed with disabilities, particularly those on the autism spectrum. The goal is to provide behavior analysts and other professionals the opportunity to develop skills in dealing with the complex legal and ethical issues that arise when working in human service fields.

Prerequisites, Notes & Instructor

  • Prerequisites: PSYC.5810 Concepts and Principles of Behavior Analysis.
  • Credits: 3; Contact Hours: 3
  • Instructor: Laurel Ciavarri
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When Offered & Tuition

  • Online Course
  • 2025 Spring: Jan 21 to May 08
  • Course Level: Graduate
  • Tuition: $1800 | Pay as little as $367/mo for this course.
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  • Note: There is a $30 per semester registration fee for credit courses.

Related Programs: Graduate Certificate in Applied Behavior Analysis, M.Ed. in Curriculum & Instruction: Applied Behavior Analysis & Education Option

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