ABA Facility Handbook

The fieldwork in ABA is designed to prepare graduate students by extending the program’s didactic and classroom-based experiential components for an increasingly real-world learning experience. The ABA fieldwork course is designed to integrate academic knowledge with practical experience and prepares the student for future training in professional psychology within the applied behavior analysis field.

The Master of Science in Applied Behavior Analysis emphasizes coursework that develops the understanding and application of applied behavioral theories and concepts. Content topics include behavioral assessment, treatment intervention and evaluation using a scientist-practitioner approach with a focus on ethical practice, and management and supervision processes. The curriculum integrates learning modules to help prepare students to take the Board Certified Behavior Analyst® (BCBA®) certification exam. This verified course sequence is designed to prepare students to work in the field of behavior analysis as a clinician or supervisor with a diverse population of clients in a variety of community and educational settings. The program culminates with a capstone experience that incorporates a BCBA certification prep exam. Successful completion of the Master of Science in Applied Behavior Analysis will meet the educational requirements toward the Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) credential.