Functional Analysis and Treatment of Challenging Behavior

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Course No: PSYC.5660-031; SIS Class Nbr: 5558; SIS Term: 3010
Course Status: Open

Course Description

This course covers the purpose, rationale and methods used in conducting and interpreting functional analyses of challenging, or "maladaptive", behaviors (self-injury, stereotypy, aggression). It also describes the full range of behavioral procedures used to decrease or eliminate these behaviors, with emphasis placed on ethical interventions and the desirability of least restrictive and non-aversive strategies.

Prerequisites, Notes & Instructor

• Prerequisites: PSYC.5620 Teaching and Positive Behavioral Support in Autism.
• Special Notes: May be used towards UMass Lowell's Online Graduate Certificate in Behavioral Intervention in Autism.
• Section Notes:
• Core Codes: SS
• Credits: 3; Contact Hours: 3
• Instructor: David Bicard
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When Offered & Tuition

• Online Course
• Fall 2020: Sep 01 to Dec 18
• Course Level: Graduate
• Tuition: $1725
• Note: There is a $30 per semester registration fee for credit courses.

Related Programs: Graduate Certificate in Applied Behavior Analysis: BCaBA Coursework Preparation

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