The Applied Behavior Analysis, M.S. program prepares students to meet the coursework requirements to sit for the exam to become a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA). Professionals with certification in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) are highly sought after in many fields, including education, special education, and business. This program prepares students to take and pass the BCBA exam and to use ABA in applied settings, such as with individuals with or without disabilities in educational or therapeutic environments. The ABA courses will be particularly relevant for special educators, school psychologists, and other educational professionals. Supervised independent fieldwork is available as a program option. Verified Course Sequence (VCS) first-time pass rate data for the BCBA exam can be found on the Board Certified Behavior Analyst website. Please note that pass-rate data are not published for sequences with fewer than six first-time candidates in a single year or for sequences within their first four years of operation.
Southern also offers additional programs in Applied Behavior Analysis, including a Sixth-Year Diploma Program and a Certificate Program.
Careers
Professionals with certification in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) are highly sought after in many fields, including education, special education, and business.
Typical Job Titles
- Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)
- Applied Behavior Analyst
- Behavior Specialist
- Behavior Interventionist
- Autism Specialist
- Behavioral Health Consultant
- Early Intervention Specialist
- Behavioral Consultant
- Behavior Program Coordinator
- Developmental Specialist