Master of Science (M.S.) in
Applied Behavioral Analysis
Program Highlights & Benefits
Classes accommodate working professionals
Thorough preparation for the BCBA exam through classroom learning and relevant fieldwork experiences
Nationally recognized faculty with diverse experience in the practice of ABA
For
The Master of Science in Applied Behavioral Analysis is for professionals seeking comprehensive training in assessing and treating behavioral, communication, developmental, and learning disorders/disabilities.
What You Learn
Courses consist of explicit instruction in behavior analysis, including research design, behavioral measurement, assessment and treatment of behavior, ethical practice and supervision, and 6-credit hours of supervision obtained either from program faculty through a course or in the community at no expense. Through coursework, supervised fieldwork, and a capstone research project, graduates are prepared for numerous professional paths including direct clinical care, school-based intervention, and doctoral studies.
For those students interested in becoming a Board Certified Behavior Analyst, our MSABA program meets the academic coursework requirements for certification in behavior analysis through the Behavior Analysis Certification Board.*
How You Learn
Courses are offered in a combination 8-week and 15-week formats, are available in person or fully online, and are designed to accommodate working professionals. You’ll complete 36 hours of classroom instruction and 6 required fieldwork hours.
Degree Requirements
| Course | Title | Hours |
| MSABA 600 | Principles/Concepts of Beh. Analysis | 3 |
| MSABA 601 | Research Design, Meas. & Data Analysis | 3 |
| MSABA 602 | Ethical and Professional Conduct | 3 |
| MSABA 603 | Behavior Assessment | 3 |
| MSABA 604 | Behavior Theory and Philosophy | 3 |
| MSABA 605 | Behavioral Intervention | 3 |
| MSABA 606 | Intro to OBM & Supervision | 3 |
| MSABA 607 | Verbal Behavior | 3 |
| MSABA 608 | Intro to Experimental Analysis | 3 |
| MSABA 609 | Practicum | 3 |
| MSABA 610 | Capstone I | 3 |
| MSABA 614 | Current Practice Issues in ABA | 3 |
| Fieldwork/Independent Study (6 credits)* | ||
| Total Required Credit Hours: | 42 | |
| MSABA 670* | Community Fieldwork | 6 |
| MSABA 618-665* | Mount Fieldwork | 1 |
| MSABA 698 | Independent Study | 3 |
Note:
*BCBA certification requires the following:
- A graduate degree whose curriculum meets the Verified Course Sequence. This can be achieved through the Mount’s MSABA or certificate programs.
- 1500 to 2000 hours supervised fieldwork. The Mount MSABA program can support students obtaining the required supervised fieldwork; however, completion of all field work at time of graduation is not required, and hours can be completed following conferral of the MSABA degree.
- Pass the BCBA exam – In addition to the BCBA credential, some states have additional state licensure requirements. For the state of MD, obtaining the BCBA credential will permit one to apply for state licensure.
