Program Overview
This program does not lead to teacher licensing in Massachusetts but does prepare students to work with children with moderate disabilities who participate in integrated or self-contained classrooms. The program also includes the courses leading to the certificate in Applied Behavior Analysis. This is a unique, advanced-level component that focuses on the application of behavioral principles in addressing the needs of exceptional learners. The program leads to eligibility for the Behavior Analysis Certification as a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA).
Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of the program students will be able to:
• Demonstrate the ability to collect, analyze, synthesize, and apply measurement data.
• Demonstrate knowledge of and approach to subject matter of special education.
• Demonstrate the acquisition of the knowledge, principles and skills of Applied Behavior Analysis.
Program of Study
| ED 525 |
Introduction to Applied Behavior Analysis
in Special Education |
3cr.
|
| ED 534 |
Measurement and Experimental Evaluation
of Behavioral Intervention |
3 cr.
|
| ED 541 |
Behavioral Assessment |
3 cr. |
| ED 544 |
Behavior Change Procedures and Systems
Supports |
3 cr.
|
| ED 565 |
Education Law and Ethical Issues in
Behavioral Assessment |
3 cr.
|
SPN 500
|
Special Education Service Delivery and
Inclusion Model of Students with Special Needs |
3 cr.
|
SPN 501
|
Methods and Materials for Curriculum
Development of Special Needs Program |
3 cr.
|
| SPN 502 |
Curriculum Development for Learners with
Special Needs |
3 cr.
|
| SPN 504 |
Assessment and Educational Planning |
3 cr. |
| SPN 506 |
Nature and Needs of Students with Moderate
Disabilities |
3 cr.
|
SPN 564
|
English, Language Arts, and Social Science
for Diverse Learners |
3 cr.
|
SPN 567
|
Math and Science for Diverse Learners with
Moderate Disabilities |
3 cr.
|
| SPN 573 |
Reflective Seminar |
3 cr. |
| ED 580 |
Innovative Practices in Education |
3 cr. |
| Plus the Comprehensive Examination |
|
|
| Total degree requirements |
|
42 cr. |
Dr. Malcolm L. Patterson, Ed.D.
Associate Dean for Graduate Education
The Institute for Behavioral Studies
Endicott College
The Van Loan School of Graduate and Professional Studies
978-232-2935 • mpatters@endicott.edu