Online Master of Education in Applied Behavior Analysis

The Online Master of Education in Applied Behavior Analysis is a 30-credit hour program that you can complete in 21 months while working full-time. Courses are offered in a 7-week accelerated online format and taken one at a time. The program culminates with experience courses Practicum I: Seminar Course and Practicum II: Supervised Clinical Experience.

The Association for Behavior Analysis International has verified the following courses toward the coursework requirements for eligibility to take the Board Certified Behavior Analyst® or Board Certified Assistant Behavior Analyst® examination. Applicants will need to meet additional requirements before they can be deemed eligible to take the examination.

For detailed degree requirements, please see the Graduate Bulletin or request more information.

Learning Goals

With your Online Master of Education in Applied Behavior Analysis you will gain:

• A deep understanding of applied concepts and principles of behavior analysis.
• Effective research methods including measurement principles, data analysis and experimental design.
• Ability to understand behavior change in clients and specific procedures to help create positive change.
• Capacity to conceptualize, analyze, and implement effective applied behavior analysis programs.
• Advanced knowledge of the theoretical foundations of ethical and professional conduct.

Career Outcomes

The rising diagnosis rate for children with autism spectrum disorder has led to a demand for specially trained professionals. The career outlook for behavior analysts is strong, with the nationwide growth expected at 19% by 2024. That growth level is considered significantly faster than average by the Bureau of Labor and Statistics. The demand for BCBAs has also doubled in recent years. With your advanced degree, you will be highly sought for career opportunities in K-12 schools and other professional settings that serve students with developmental and behavioral disorders.

We are innovative thinkers and passionate teachers who drive the mission of St. Edward's University. Our scholarship and teaching are rich and diverse, mirroring both the multidisciplinary nature of the college and diversity found in global communities. Propelled by a love for discovery, we form an intellectual community dedicated to enriching students' lives.

Our goal is to give students the tools they need to thrive in their lives and careers. We create an environment that cultivates innovation and collaboration. Our belief is that a true education is not an indoctrination of concepts, but the ability to think creatively and freely. We strive to uphold this ideal through methodologies that allow our students to think critically and take ownership of their education. 

We require applicants for the Online Master of Education in Applied Behavior Analysis to hold a bachelor’s degree from an accredited university. Review application steps and requirements, as well as important dates:

Application Deadlines & Checklist

Questions? Request information or call 512.326.7501 to learn more.