Applied Behavior Analysis Graduate Coursework
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Our 21-credit (7-course) option prepares you to work with individuals who have diverse
academic and behavioral needs. We offer an ABAI Verified Course Sequence (VCS), which has been developed to meet the coursework-specific requirements for eligibility
to take the Board Certified Behavior Analyst® (BCBA®) Examination. The verified course
sequence will equip you with the academic requirements to take the exam and is pre-approved
coursework through the Association for Behavior Analysis International.
(ABAI).
Additional fieldwork and passing of the exam are also the minimal requirements for becoming fully certified as a BCBA®. You will learn to conduct functional behavioral assessments, functional analyses design, conduct behavior analytic interventions and implement assessments and interventions for persons with or without disabilities. An emphasis on of the use of compassionate care in ABA-based treatment and trauma-informed practices is a core framework for all courses in the series.
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Accelerate Your Career with a Master's Degree
The M.S.Ed. Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) program designed to equip you with the necessary skills and knowledge to work effectively with individuals with diverse academic and behavioral needs. As a graduate of this program, you will be qualified for employment in school, community or clinical settings. You may also apply for the Licensed Behavior Specialist (LBS) offered by the Pennsylvania Board of Medicine.
Program Information
Our ABAI Verified Course Sequence (VCS) will equip you with the academic requirements to take the Board Certified Behavior Analyst® (BCBA®) Examination.
School
Academic Department
Educational Foundations and Leadership
Duration
Course Sequence Completion
Required Credit Hours
21
100% Online Curriculum
Our BCBA® Verified Course Sequence is offered fully online, allowing you the flexibility you need to complete your degree.
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Information from the Bureau of Labor Statistics and Behavior Analyst Certification Board, Inc.® (BACB®)
Application Process
Bachelor's degree with a 3.0 GPA*
For admission to this graduate program in Special Education meet the minimum GPA requirement (3.0) for their previous coursework as established by the Pennsylvania Department of Education (PDE), although some exceptions may apply.
Due to higher education regulation changes, Duquesne University is unable to accept applications for admission to online programs and courses from students residing in certain states. Before applying, please review the State Authorization Reciprocity Agreement (SARA).
*Applicants are customarily expected to have a 3.0 grade point average, based on a four-point scale, in their undergraduate work. However, exceptions may be granted on a limited basis, in which there is substantial additional evidence of a student's academic competency.
International Applicants
Effective January 1, 2023, initial BACB® certification applications will no longer be accepted from individuals who reside outside of the US, United Kingdom, Canada & Australia. FAQs About the 2023 International Changes.
Visit International Admissions for additional information and requirements.
Rolling Admissions
Our BCBA® Verified Course Sequence has a rolling admissions process. This means you can apply anytime throughout the year.
Materials
- Graduate Application
- Official transcript(s)
- International applicants, please read the information under Transcript Credential Evaluation section in the Admissions Requirements section above.
- Personal Statement
- Prompt:
Describe any previous academic, professional or volunteer experiences that have prepared you for this program and the field of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA). How have these experiences shaped your understanding and interest in applied behavior analysis?
- Prompt:
Process
Send official application materials to:
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- Duquesne University
Office of Graduate Admissions
600 Forbes Avenue
Pittsburgh, PA 15282
Learning how to implement compassionate care throughout my coursework has been
indispensable to my career. It has greatly improved the level of rapport I am able
to establish with clients as well as the quality of services I provide.
BCBA® Program Director, Assistant Professor Associate Professor Professor Since its inception in 1964, the philosophy of Duquesne University's Special Education
program has been one that acknowledges the dignity and uniqueness of each individual.
Our mission is to prepare skilled educators who will maximize the potential for achieving
a meaningful quality of life for individuals with disabilities. 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
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