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  • Behavior Analysis
  • Educational Program Evaluation

Background:

  • Universities offer Behavior Analyst Certification Board-approved coursework.
  • Significant program variations exist despite uniform approval standards.

Purpose of the Study:

  • Analyze programmatic variables influencing Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) examination pass rates.
  • Provide data on differences among behavior analyst preparation programs.

Main Methods:

  • Initial analysis of programmatic variables.
  • Statistical examination of factors related to BCBA exam pass rates.

Main Results:

  • On-campus course delivery showed a statistically significant positive relationship with higher exam pass rates.
  • Accreditation by the Association for Behavior Analysis International (ABAI) was also linked to increased pass rates.
  • Provision of supervision experience and the number of exam candidates did not yield statistically significant results.

Conclusions:

  • Program delivery format and accreditation status are key factors in BCBA examination success.
  • Further research may explore other variables impacting graduate competency and certification.