Program Requirements 
M.S. in Educational Psychology with
a Concentration in Applied Behavior Analysis
Program Requirements (33
credits)
The Applied Behavior Analysis concentration within the M.S. in Educational Psychology requires 33 credit hours of coursework. The program may be completed on either a full-time or part-time basis. The program of study begins in May of the year in which the student is admitted.
This master of science degree will prepare graduates for becoming a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA). Acquiring the BCBA also requires completion of 1,500-hour supervised work in a school or agency that provides ABS-based services. The supervised work must be completed under the supervision of a Board Certified Behavior Analyst. The supervised work can take place while the coursework is being completed. Students must obtain a Master’s Degree before sitting for the BCBA examination.
Only two (2) Educational Psychology courses (up to six credits) may be taken prior to admission. Those prospective applicants who wish to take a course prior to applying or being admitted to the program may want to start with one of the following: SPY 671, SPY 673, or SPY 676.
Course Requirements (33 credits)
Psychological Foundations (9
credits)
SPY 671 Physical Bases of Behavior
SPY 673 Social Foundations of Behavior
SPY 676 Behavioral Principles of Learning
Assessment (9 credits)
SPY 675 Indirect Behavioral Assessment
SPY 627 Advanced RTI for Reading
SPY 678 Functional Behavioral Assessment
Interventions (9 credits)
SPY 629 ABA for Individuals with Developmental
Disabilities
SPY 603 Consultation in School Psychology
SPY 684 Advanced Applied Behavior Analysis
Research (6 credits)
EDU 600 Research Methods and Techniques
(Note: must be taken within first year)
SPY 659 Clinical Research Methods
For prospective students interested in the post-master’s Certificate in Applied Behavior Analysis please refer to the CABA program sheet for admission information and program of study, or contact the Office of Graduate Admissions in Gorham.
