ABA 4 Change Academy
ABA Coursework Programmes & Pricing
Approval status
ABA 4 Change’s application for QABA coursework provider approval is under review. The programmes listed below are proposed programmes and are not currently QABA-approved.
ABA 4 Change is an Egypt-based training and professional development provider in applied behaviour analysis (ABA), founded and led by Dr. Mayada Elsabah (PsyD; QBA, IBA, BCCS). We teach in Arabic while keeping the field’s English terminology, so Arabic-speaking practitioners can learn the science of behaviour analysis, apply it ethically under appropriate supervision, and prepare for the requirements set by credentialing boards. Our programmes combine recorded and live online teaching, applied cases, assessments and, where a credential requires it, supervised fieldwork.
This page lists every programme we offer, with study hours, language and delivery, tuition fees, what each fee covers and what it does not, and whether supervision is included. Prices last checked: 5 October 2026.
Proposed QABA coursework
Coursework submitted for QABA review
Three programmes are part of our application to QABA. Each is shown as a proposed programme until QABA reaches a decision.
ABAT® · entry level Proposed programme — approval pending
ABAT® Coursework — 40 hours
Entry-level coursework for practitioners who deliver ABA services directly under the supervision of a qualified professional. Covers autism spectrum disorder (5 h), introduction to ABA, data collection and measurement, positive behaviour support, evidence-based interventions, person-centred planning, culture and advocacy, and ethics and professional practice (3 h).
Who it is for
Newcomers to ABA, direct-care staff and assistants in autism and early-intervention settings, and students. Candidates for the credential must be at least 18 and hold a high school diploma or equivalent.
Language and delivery
Arabic, with the professional terminology in English. Online, blended: self-paced recorded units plus scheduled live interactive sessions.
The price includes
- 40 hours of coursework: 32 h recorded content and 8 h live sessions
- Downloadable training materials and applied case examples
- Unit quizzes, a practice exam and a final assessment
- Certificate of coursework completion issued by ABA 4 Change
- Professional Path only: organised support for the 15-hour fieldwork, skills review, documentation and forms support
The price does not include
- QABA application, examination and any other fees paid directly to QABA
- Fieldwork supervision (coursework-only option)
- The ABAT® credential, which only QABA can award
Supervision
Not included in the coursework-only fee (USD 249). Included in the Professional Path (USD 350): the 15-hour fieldwork currently required by QABA (13.5 h practice + 1.5 h documented supervision).
QASP-S® · practitioner–supervisor level Proposed programme — approval pending
QASP-S® Coursework — 188 hours
Bachelor’s-level coursework: 180 hours of ABA content (autism 15 h, ethics and professional considerations 20 h, principles of ABA 25 h, antecedent interventions 20 h, skill acquisition 25 h, behaviour reduction 20 h, data collection and analysis 20 h, assessment 35 h) plus 8 hours of training in professional supervision.
Who it is for
Holders of a bachelor’s degree (or final-year students) in psychology, education, special education, social work or allied health; ABA and autism-service staff, teachers and inclusion coordinators, speech and occupational therapists.
Language and delivery
Arabic, with the professional terminology in English. Online: live interactive lectures, case studies, assignments and a final applied project. Choice of a Guided Path (scheduled) or a Flexible Progression Path — same content, hours and assessments.
The price includes
- 188 hours of coursework with structured materials, data-collection and planning templates
- Feedback on activities and assignments, and progress tracking
- Review and preparation for the QASP-S® examination
- Certificate of coursework completion issued by ABA 4 Change
- Follow-up of the 1,000 hours of fieldwork, with tracking and documentation of experience and supervision hours
The price does not include
- QABA application, examination and any other fees paid directly to QABA, including re-examination fees
- The QASP-S® credential, which only QABA can award
Supervision
Included. Supervision at 5% of fieldwork hours — about 50 documented hours once the 1,000 fieldwork hours are completed — in individual and group sessions within QABA’s limits, provided the trainee delivers qualifying services, attends sessions and submits the required records.
QBA® · analyst level (master’s) Proposed programme — approval pending
QBA® Coursework — 270 hours
Advanced coursework across nine domains: autism spectrum disorder 20 h, legal, ethical and professional considerations 20 h, core principles 35 h, antecedent interventions 30 h, skill acquisition 40 h, behaviour reduction 30 h, data collection and analysis 30 h, assessment 45 h, and training and supervision 20 h.
Who it is for
Holders of a master’s degree in ABA, psychology, special education or a related field, and practitioners moving into assessment, programme design, training and supervision roles.
Language and delivery
Arabic, with the professional terminology in English. Online, blended: recorded units plus live sessions, case studies, data-analysis and FBA exercises.
The price includes
- 270 hours of coursework: recorded content and live sessions
- References, training materials, case studies, data-analysis exercises and FBA practice
- Ethics scenarios, quizzes after each unit and mock examinations
- Certificate of coursework completion issued by ABA 4 Change
- Professional Path only: individual fieldwork plan, case, FBA and report review, documentation follow-up
The price does not include
- QABA application, examination and any other fees paid directly to QABA
- Fieldwork supervision (coursework-only option)
- The QBA® credential, which only QABA can award
Supervision
Not included in the coursework-only fee (USD 999). Included in the Professional Path (USD 3,499): supervision during the 2,000-hour fieldwork in line with QABA’s requirement of 5% of fieldwork hours per supervision period (individual, and group where permitted).
Fees and currency. Prices are listed in US dollars. Payment is processed in Egyptian pounds (EGP) at checkout; the EGP amount charged is shown next to each price. Instalment plans are optional and do not change the total fee. A full refund is available if requested within 24 hours of attending the first session (see our Refund Policy).
Supervision bought separately. Trainees who need additional supervision can book it separately from the coursework: an Individual Supervision Package of 5 × 50-minute sessions (USD 135) or a Group Supervision Package of 5 × 50-minute sessions for 3–6 participants (USD 90 per trainee). See Supervision Programs.
At a glance
Comparison of the three proposed programmes
| ABAT® | QASP-S® | QBA® | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Level | Entry (technician) | Practitioner–supervisor (bachelor’s) | Analyst (master’s) |
| Study hours | 40 | 188 (180 + 8 supervision training) | 270 |
| Supervision included? | No in coursework only · Yes in Professional Path | Yes — about 50 h (5% of 1,000 fieldwork hours) | No in coursework only · Yes in Professional Path |
| QABA fees included? | No | No | No |
| Status | Proposed programme — approval pending | Proposed programme — approval pending | Proposed programme — approval pending |
| Tuition fee (USD) | 249 coursework only 350 with supervision | 2,500 package | 999 coursework only 3,499 with supervision |
Other ABA 4 Change programmes
Programmes outside the QABA application
These programmes are offered now. They are not part of our QABA application and are listed for completeness.
IBT® pathway (IBAO) Not part of the QABA application
IBT® Training — 40 hours
Foundation training covering the educational content for the International Behavior Therapist (IBT®) pathway, awarded by IBAO®.
Who it is for
Direct behavioural support practitioners, autism and early-intervention centre staff, and specialist assistants working under supervision.
Language and delivery
Arabic, with the professional terminology in English. Online, blended and self-paced (suggested pace about 10 weeks).
The price includes
- 40 hours of training, quizzes and practice exams in Arabic and English
- Certificate of completion issued by ABA 4 Change
The price does not include
- IBAO registration, examination and other fees
- The IBT® credential, which only IBAO can award
Supervision
Not included in training only. The training + supervision package includes 10 hours of supervision and both Candidate Skills Tests (CST).
IBA® pathway (IBAO) Not part of the QABA application
QASP-S to IBA Conversion — 90 hours
Additional training for QASP-S credential holders working towards IBAO’s International Behavior Analyst (IBA®) credential.
Who it is for
Current QASP-S credential holders.
Language and delivery
Arabic, with the professional terminology in English. Online, blended: recorded units, assignments and live review sessions.
The price includes
- 90 hours of training, assessments and live review sessions
- Academic supervision of Candidate Projects (Experience Route)
- Certificate of completion issued by ABA 4 Change
The price does not include
- IBAO registration, examination and other fees
- The IBA® credential, which only IBAO can award
Supervision
Not included in training only. The training + supervision package includes 75 hours of supervision and Candidate Skills Testing.
Applied professional programme Not part of the QABA application
Advanced Applied Programme in Child & Adolescent Psychology
Seven units taking learners from child and adolescent development and mental health to assessment information, case formulation and support planning.
Who it is for
Students and professionals in psychology, education, counselling, special education, behaviour support and social services.
Language and delivery
Arabic. Live online sessions, case studies, applied assessments and a final project.
The price includes
- 70 hours of training and practice
- Case studies, applied assessments and an assessed final project
- Certificate of completion issued by ABA 4 Change
The price does not include
- Any professional licence or credential
Supervision
Not applicable — this programme has no fieldwork component.
Short professional programme Not part of the QABA application
Child Protection in Education — 16 hours
Standards of child protection in schools, recognising risks and indicators of harm, professional response, documentation and reporting, and building a safer environment.
Who it is for
School staff and anyone with direct or indirect responsibility for children’s safety in educational settings.
Language and delivery
Arabic. Live online group sessions (recordings available within 24 hours) and a final action plan.
The price includes
- 16 hours of live training and a follow-up group session
- Case studies and applied assessments
- Certificate of completion issued by ABA 4 Change
The price does not include
- Any professional licence or credential
Supervision
Not applicable.
Parent programme Not part of the QABA application
Understanding What Lies Behind ADHD
A short programme that helps parents understand ADHD-related behaviour and choose practical, supportive responses at home.
Who it is for
Parents and caregivers of children with ADHD.
Language and delivery
Arabic. Two live online sessions, then daily guided practice in a group WhatsApp channel.
The price includes
- Two live interactive sessions with Dr. Mayada Elsabah
- 21 days of guided practice steps
The price does not include
- Individual consultation about a specific child (booked separately)
Supervision
Not applicable.
Important
Coursework and professional certification
Coursework completion alone does not confer professional certification. Candidates must meet the applicable certification board’s eligibility, supervised fieldwork, examination, and other requirements.
- Certificates issued by ABA 4 Change confirm completion of our coursework or training only. They are not professional credentials or licences.
- Credentialing-board fees (application, examination, re-examination, renewal) are never included in our fees and are paid directly to the board.
- Board requirements change over time. Candidates should check the current requirements on the board’s official website before enrolling and before applying.
- Questions about a programme or your eligibility? Contact us before you register.
ABAT®, QASP-S®, QBA® and QABA® are marks of the Qualified Applied Behavior Analysis Credentialing Board. IBT®, IBA® and IBAO® are marks of the International Behavior Analysis Organization. Their use on this page does not imply approval or endorsement of these programmes by either board.