MS in Educational Psychology: Applied Behavior Analysis concentration
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. After being admitted, students can begin the program in any semester but it is preferred they begin in summer.
This master's 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.
Admissions Information for M.S. in Educational Psychology: Applied Behavior Analysis concentration
For more information about this program, please contact:
Laura O'Neill
(207) 780-5056
spy@usm.maine.edu
Courses & Requirements
Requirements (33 credits)
Psychological Foundations (12 credits)
SPY 671 Physical Bases of Behavior
SPY 673 Social Foundations of Behavior
SPY 674 Psychopathology
SPY 676 Behavioral Principles of Learning
Assessment (6 credits)
SPY 675 Indirect Behavioral Assessment
SPY 678 Functional Behavioral Assessment
Interventions (9 credits)
SPY 603 Consultation in School Psychology
SPY 628 Behavior Therapy
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.
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.
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