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Overview
This mission is achieved by providing comprehensive training in behavior science, out of which more advanced basic, applied and theoretical interests may be developed. This degree also prepares students for graduate study or for paraprofessional careers in human services.
Behavior analysis is a highly specialized field of study that is not duplicated elsewhere at the university. The Psychology - Behavior Science program at University of Nevada, Reno allows students to become eligible for certification as Board Certified Assistant Behavior Analysts (BCaBA), an internationally recognized paraprofessional credential. The curriculum also meets the standards for undergraduate program accreditation by the Association for Behavior Analysis International (ABAI).
Student Learning Outcomes
Students will be able to:
- demonstrate familiarity with the major concepts, theoretical perspectives, empirical findings and historic trends in psychology.
- demonstrate an awareness of the relevance of psychology to human affairs, and an ability to think critically and analytically about how psychological matters relate to day-to-day human affairs.
- display effective written and oral communicative skills.
- demonstrate a respect for and recognition and understanding of community diversity.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Applied Behavioral Analysis
- Research Methods in Behavior Analysis
- Ethics in Behavior Analysis
- Experimental Analysis of Behavior
- Radical Behaviorism
- Psychological Assessment
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 48 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Language
English
IELTS 6
Credits
120 SCH
Delivered
On Campus
Disciplines
Psychology Organisational Behaviour Cognitive Sciences View 263 other Bachelors in Organisational Behaviour in United StatesAcademic requirements
GPA 3
English requirements
IELTS 6
Other requirements
General requirements
To be admitted to an undergraduate degree program as a regular freshman student, you must be a graduate from an approved or accredited high school (GED certificate may not be used for admission) and satisfy the below requirements:
- Required high school courses: English, math, social sciences and natural sciences.
- GPA in the academic core courses: English, math, social sciences and natural sciences.
- Standardized test scores are required for admission to the University of Nevada, Reno. The University accepts the ACT and SAT scores.
- If you are a student who does not meet our academic GPA requirements, but have graduated with an Advanced Diploma from a Nevada high school, you will be granted admission to the University.
Tuition Fee
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International
23562 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 23562 USD per year during 48 months. -
National
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In-State
7470 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 7470 USD per year during 48 months.
Living costs for Reno
860 - 1230 USD /month
Living costs
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.
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