Your current enrollment in the Master of Science in Applied Behavior Analysis program coursework meets the 2027 education requirements established by the Behavior Analyst Certification Board (BACB) to be eligible to apply for the BCBA exam under Pathway 2. Students who submit and obtain an approved application on or before 11:59 pm ET on December 31, 2031, are eligible for the BCBA exam through Pathway 2, provided all other eligibility requirements are met.

The MS ABA program is committed to delivering rigorous instruction that prepares students for certification and professional practice. We will continue to monitor updates from the BACB and ABAI and will communicate any future changes that may affect students.  You are also highly encouraged to ensure that you are staying current with BACB notification and updates provided in Quarterly Newsletters and email communications.

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