Intro Applied Behavior Analys

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This course will present the candidate with an introduction to the basic principles of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA). Topics that will be covered in this course include a history of ABA, the dimensions and characteristics of ABA, basic terminology and principles, processes, and concepts of ABA, as well as an overview of ethical and professional issues in the field. Candidates will also learn about the application of ABA to individuals with various needs including autism, intellectual disabilities, and other special needs, as well as the various settings in which ABA can be implemented such as schools, hospitals, clinics, agencies, and business. Candidates participating in this course will have a 20-hour service-learning requirement for the semester, unless simultaneously enrolled in an ABA Practicum course.