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Sep 12, 2024
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2024-2025 Academic Catalog
Applied Behavior Analysis M.A.
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The Master of Arts in Applied Behavior Analysis is designed to provide students with knowledge and experience in applying the science of Behavior Analysis to a variety of areas in society. In addition, students will be prepared to become a Board Certified Behavior Analyst® (BCBA®). Our graduate program reflects the balanced integration of theory, research, and practice inherent to the behavior analytic approach. We train our students to apply critical thought to practice, ensure that their clinical work is informed by the research base of empirically-validated treatments, and evaluate client progress frequently. Our program provides an unusual balance of knowledge in theoretical, applied, and experimental domains. In addition, our program arranges for close mentoring by Faculty who represent the spectrum of Behavior Analysis.
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Minimum Prerequisites for Admission
A Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology or related field and completion of the prerequisites with a grade of B or better.
Prerequisites:
- One upper-division course in Experimental Methods and Design
(PSYC 3000 or equivalent)
- One upper-division introductory course in Applied Behavior Analysis (PSYC 3700) or Experimental Analysis of Behavior (4720)
- And one other upper-division psychology course with a behavior analytic component
Degree Requirements
(40 units)
Culminating Experience Requirement
To obtain their master’s degrees, students must complete a thesis within the time limits set by the University. Students should also check with the graduate office for their minimum requirements regarding the formatting of the thesis document. The thesis is an empirical study designed in collaboration with the student’s thesis chair. The thesis document has specific guidelines, the writing of which is organized around chapters titled Introduction, Methods, Results, and Discussion.
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