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Prepare For Leadership and Certification With Webster University’s Applied Behavior Analysis Degree
Those who work in behavior analysis are driven by a deep passion to help others thrive. At Webster University, we understand that passion and are here to support you every step of the way. Our 100% online Master of Arts in Applied Behavior Analysis can provide the next crucial step to achieve your behavior analysis career aspirations.
- Earn Your Degree, On Your Schedule: Flexible, 8-week course format designed for busy professionals.
- Immediate Skill Application: Gain practical skills you can use at work right away.
- BCBA Exam Preparation: Position yourself for success by preparing for the Board-Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) examination.
In addition to the applied behavior analysis degree, Webster also offers a Graduate Certificate in Applied Behavior Analysis (for those who already hold a master's degree) and a Graduate Certificate in Applied Behavior Analysis and Organizational Behavior Management.
The Flexibility You Need to Succeed
We designed the online MA in Applied Behavior Analysis for working professionals. It offers the flexibility they need without compromising quality. Asynchronous courses let you balance studies with career and personal commitments. The 33-credit program takes about two years to complete.
You’ll gain practical, real-world skills in a format that fits your life. Plus, with Webster University’s global perspective and dedicated student support, you’ll stay connected and engaged, wherever you are.
Who’s the Right Person For a Behavior Analysis Degree?
The online master’s in Applied Behavior Analysis is ideal for Registered Behavior Technicians (RBTs) looking to become a BCBA. It also attracts educators and counselors who want specialized skills and those looking to transition into applied behavior analysis. It’s also valuable for employers looking to upskill staff in schools, health care and behavioral health organizations.
No matter where you are in your career, the MA in Applied Behavior Analysis will support you in growing your skills and becoming better able to make a difference in the lives of others.
What You’ll Learn in the Applied Behavior Analysis Degree Program
Webster’s Applied Behavior Analysis program emphasizes the practical application of behavior analysis as a therapeutic and educational intervention both in and beyond the classroom.
The curriculum covers direct observation, measurement and functional analysis of environmental influences on behavior, equipping students to support individuals with cognitive and behavioral challenges.
The courses in the MA and Graduate Certificate are approved by the Behavior Analyst Certification Board (BACB) and will qualify you to sit for the certification examination offered through the BACB.
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Program Benefits
Graduates with a high first-time BCBA exam pass rate (70% in 2023/24)
A program focused on practical, real-world application of ABA skills and knowledge
Accreditation by the International Behavior Analysis Organization (IBAO), allowing you to practice ABA both inside and outside of the U.S.
No GRE or application fee required
Potential Careers With an MA in Applied Behavior Analysis
Lead BCBA
School District BCBA
Hospital BCBA
Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)
Clinical Director of ABA Services
Chief Clinical Officer
Mental Health Agency BCBA
Adult Disability Services BCBA
Private Practice BCBA
Achieve Your Personal and Professional Goals
Take the Next Step in Your Behavior Analysis Career
Webster’s ABA program is dedicated to equipping professionals worldwide with the knowledge and skills to drive meaningful, socially significant behavioral change. Advance your career, expand your impact and become a leader in the field of behavior analysis with Webster University. You’re not just earning a degree. You’re gaining the skills and knowledge you need to transform lives.
Through a blend of theory and hands-on application, graduates will be prepared to:
- Master key behavior analytic concepts and terminology.
- Identify and assess target behaviors for intervention using evidence-based strategies.
- Ethically select, implement and evaluate behavior change interventions.
- Design and conduct single-case experimental research studies with professional reporting.
- Apply ethical decision-making frameworks while ensuring culturally responsive practices.
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