Master’s in Applied Behavior Analysis Online

Use evidence-based techniques to empower people with autism and other developmental challenges achieve their fullest potential.

Start date

11/25/2024: Course-Based

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HLC Accreditation

Walden University is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission.

Why choose Walden’s master’s in ABA online program?

In this streamlined MS in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) program, you’ll gain the skills to help children and adults with developmental disabilities lead more independent, fulfilling lives.

Shortened Path to Certification

Earn your master’s degree in applied behavior analysis from Walden in as few as 15 months—and get to where you want to go faster.

Knowledgeable Faculty

Walden’s faculty features practicing BCBAs and ABA thought leaders who bring their real-world experience directly to the classroom.

Alumni Community of 70,000+

Benefit from a vast global community of College of Education and Human Services alumni who are using their Walden degrees to positively impact lives.

BCBA® Exam Preparation

Walden’s master’s in ABA online program offers the ABAI® Verified Course Sequence, which meets the 5th edition Task List requirements to sit for the BCBA® exam.

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ABAI-Verified Course Sequence

Walden’s MS in Applied Behavior Analysis program contains a course sequence verified by the Association of Behavior Analysis International as meeting the behavior analytic content requirements for BCBA,sup>® exam eligibility.

Curriculum

Learning Outcomes

Graduates will be prepared to:

  • Apply foundational knowledge (e.g., philosophy, concepts and principles) to the science of behavior analysis.
  • Implement behaviorally based assessments for behavior change that promote positive social change.
  • Apply professional and ethical behaviors according to the Professional and Ethical Compliance Code for Behavior Analysts.

See the Walden University course catalog for the full list of Learning Outcomes.

More about our online ABA master’s program

The MS in Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA) program and the Graduate Certificate in Applied Behavior Analysis has been verified that it meets the behavior-analytic coursework requirement which is needed to sit for the Board Certified Behavior Analyst (restricted) examination. Applicants will need to meet additional requirements before they can be deemed eligible to take the examination including meeting the fieldwork requirement. Walden University does not offer the fieldwork experience required for eligibility to sit for the BCBA exam. Walden Enrollment Specialists can provide information relating to national certification exams; however, it remains the individual student’s responsibility to understand, evaluate, and comply with all requirements relating to national certification exams for the state in which he or she intends to practice. Walden makes no representations or guarantee that completion of Walden coursework or programs will permit an individual to obtain national certification. For more information on applying for certification from BACB, visit www.bacb.com/bcba. BCBA certification may be a requirement to obtain licensure to practice applied behavior analysis, for more information on professional licensure visit https://www.waldenu.edu/about/accreditation/state-authorization-and-program-licensure.