May 09, 2024

2023-2024 Graduate Catalog

Applied Behavior Analysis, M.Ed.

About the Program

The Master of Education with a concentration in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) is a 30 credit program which will provide students with specialized knowledge of the application of behavioral principles. The program is designed to develop and enhance the comprehension and use of effective evidence-based practices to support professionals who require expertise in the understanding and modification of behavior.

The M.Ed. is a fully online program.

Transfer Credit: Students will be allowed to transfer six credits for elective courses. Transfer credits are not permitted in the concentration courses of the program.

Requirements

(30 credits)

Prerequisite

ED 680A Intro to ABA Studies 0 credit
This course is required to be taken the first semester of enrollment

Foundations Courses

Foundations Courses requirement met by approved courses within the MED ABA Concentration (ED681A and ED686A)

Concentration Courses (21 credits)

Must be taken in sequence but students can take two courses at a time.

ED 661A Concepts and Principles of Applied Behavior Analysis 3 credits
ED 681A Educational Research & Experimental Design 3 credits
ED 682A Functional Behavior Assessment and Behavior Change 3 credits
ED 683A Behavior Analysis and Principles of Development 3 credits
ED 684A Behavioral Consultation in Homes, Schools and Communities 3 credits
ED 685A Ethics and Professionalism 3 credits
ED 686A ABA Training & Supervising Human Service Staff 3 credits

Elective Courses: (9 credits)

ED 585 Positive Behavioral Approaches (3 credits)
ED 581 Disability Studies and Special Education Law (3 credits)
ED 660 Character Students with Autism Spectrum Disorders 3 credits
ED 662 Teaching Methods for Students with Autism 3 credits
ED 663 Special Topics in Autism 3 credits

Culminating Activity

Culminating Activity requirement met by approved course within the MED ABA Concentration (ED686A)