Quick Facts
- Delivery: On-campus
- Credits: 12
- Licensure: May complement Exceptional Needs licensure
- Practicum: Includes applied experiences
- Career Pathways: Education, clinical services, behavior therapy
If you're interested in supporting individuals with autism and developmental disabilities, our Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA)/Autism concentration offers training in evidence-based strategies to build communication, social, and academic skills.
You’ll learn to assess behavior, analyze data, and design individualized support plans with guidance from faculty who bring both research expertise and practical experience. The program also lays the foundation for roles such as Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) or Board-Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA).
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Major in Elementary Education with an Applied Behavior Analysis Concentration
This concentration is part of the Elementary Education Major and provides students with focused study in the specific area of applied behavior analysis.
Elementary Education Major
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If you’d like to learn more about our Elementary Education Major, please contact us. Or one of the best ways to get a true feel for Ball State is to see it for yourself, so schedule a visit today! And if you’re ready to apply, review our admission requirements and complete our online application.