Fieldwork
Master of Science in Psychology - Applied Behavior Analysis students enrolled in a degree version with practicum requirements complete the rotation as part of the degree requirements. This allows you to obtain valuable experience in the field.
Students in the Master of Science in Applied Behavior Analysis have the option of completing a practicum as an elective via PS555: Applied Behavior Analysis Fieldwork.
The fieldwork process involves:
Completing an email orientation for fieldwork placement
Seeking out and securing a location for your rotation
The Purdue Global Clinical Placement team will guide and support you through the process of contacting and finalizing your site
Completion of hours during your fieldwork course
Application
You must apply for your fieldwork course three to six months before your fieldwork term. Please contact your Advisor for instructions to set up your account in CORE ELMS, where you will keep track of everything related to fieldwork.
Fieldwork Requirements
Students registered for the fieldwork course will be required to complete 150 fieldwork hours to fulfill the requirement of the program during PS555.
Connect with the clinical placement team to discuss your options and the process of seeking and securing a placement for the rotation at clinical@purdueglobal.edu.
Students who take the course must seek and secure placement prior to receiving registration approval for PS555, and you must start this process now to have time to complete the process. If you are in need of a site, please search our partnerships map for a list of Purdue University Global partner organizations in your area.
Learn more and begin the process by creating a free account in CORE ELMS. Create the account with user code GRADPSYCH.
*It is important to understand that the out-of-state requirements vary by state and can change with little to no warning. Students seeking licensure or certification in another state should inquire directly to the jurisdiction where employment is desired. The BCBA licensure requirements may be viewed at the following link: