The Master of Science degree in Applied Behavior Analysis provides: (a) coursework required for Board Certified Behavior Analyst certification, (b) support in obtaining the experience required for Board Certified Behavior Analyst certification, and (c) opportunities for independent research. Graduates of this program will be prepared to work in applied settings such as schools, hospitals, and other organizations as Applied Behavior Analysts.
Students will be required to complete 40 hours of designated course and practicum work including 12 hours of an intensive practicum experience and an Applied Behavior Research Capstone project (2 credits) or thesis (4 credits).
For department information or additional degree requirements, go to the Psychology department page.
| Total Credits Required | 38-40 |
| Core Requirements | 24 |
| PY 403 Behavioral Assessment and Evaluation | 4 |
| PY 462 Professional Ethics | 4 |
| PY 503 Analysis of Behavior: Advanced Theory and Methods | 4 |
| PY 505 Advanced Research Methods in Behavioral Sciences | 4 |
| PY 506 Advanced Statistics in the Behavioral Sciences | 4 |
| PY 511 Behavior Modification | 4 |
| Practicum | 12 |
| Practicum course will taken 3 times. | |
| PY 592 Psychology Practicum | 4 |
| Capstone Project | 2-4 |
| PY 590 Applied Research (2 cr.) or | |
| PY 599 Thesis (4 cr.) | |
Bulletin Year:
2016 - 2017 Graduate Bulletin
| View the current NMU Catalog.