MS in Psychology - Applied Behavior Analysis
100% Online
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33 Credit Hours to Graduate
Earn your credits in accelerated 8-week terms
Up to 12 Hours Transfer Credit
Transfer credits earned at other institutions
$662 per Credit Hour
Affordable tuition at an accredited university
What is Applied Behavior Analysis?
Watch this video to learn more about a scientific field focused on helping people reach their outcomes through behavior change.
Benefits of EKU Online
Rooted in established, evidence-based practices and principles, our comprehensive program prepares graduates to pursue rewarding careers in the rapidly growing field of applied behavior analysis.
Program benefits include:
- 100% online – no required campus visits
- Accelerated 8-week terms
- Association for Behavior Analysis International (ABAI) Verified Course Sequence for the 5th Edition of the BACB task list
- Graduates who have completed supervised experience requirements are qualified to sit for the BCBA exam and, upon passing, are eligible to pursue independent practice and insurance reimbursement for services provided
- GRE waived for students with a 3.0 undergraduate GPA
- Reduced tuition for active duty military members
- Research opportunities
- Free online tutoring and career services assistance
- Personalized graduation plan
Sample Courses
PSY 813 – Ethics and Professional Conduct in ABA (3)
Foundational ethics for behavior analysts practicing across applied and research areas.
PSY 833 – Behavioral Research and Measurement (3)
Review of principles and practices underlying behavioral measurement and single subject research designs.
PSY 855 – Addressing Problem Behaviors (3)
Review of principles, practices, and methods used to decrease problem behaviors as well as general intervention and behavior change procedures.
PSY 895 – Building New Behaviors (3)
Review of principles, practices, and methods used to increase desired behavior.
Verified Course Sequence
The Association for Behavior Analysis International has verified the following courses toward the coursework requirements for eligibility to take the Board Certified Behavior Analyst® or Board Certified Assistant Behavior Analyst® examination. Applicants will need to meet additional requirements before they can be deemed eligible to take the examination.
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