Updated  10/16  

Master of Science in Applied Behavior Analysis The Applied Behavior Analysis program prepares graduates at the Master’s level to practice the discipline in diverse private and public settings: clinics, homes, schools, businesses, and organizations. Students are trained to develop and deliver evidence-driven behavioral services in areas such a developmental disabilities, child welfare, education, and mental health. Shenandoah University’s ABA program collaborates with a network of agencies throughout the northern Virginia area and Shenandoah Valley that provide experiential opportunities and stipends for students as they complete their practical training in the program. In addition, students accepted into the ABA program receive a substantial discount on the cost of tuition. Our graduate curriculum and practicum have been pre-approved by the Behavior Analyst Certification Board (BACB). Admission is generally limited to the Fall semester unless students have prior graduate training. The program can be complete in four semesters (Fall, Spring, Summer, Fall). Students who already have a Master’s in a related field and wish to complete the 6-course sequence necessary to sit for the BCBA exam may do so by contacting the Program Director directly. ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

§ Graduate Application for Admission along with a $30 non-refundable application fee

§ Bachelor’s Degree (minimum 3.0 GPA) § Undergraduate major in psychology, special education,

education, speech pathology, social work, or similar discipline

§ Official transcripts from all institutions of higher education previously attended

§ Essay addressing the applicant’s reason for applying to the Applied Behavior Analysis program, including what factors influenced the decision and how this program will help the individual to reach professional goals

§ Three letters of recommendation written by professors, supervisors, or other persons engaged in the practice of Applied Behavior Analysis or other human services professions

TRANSFER CREDITS

n Only grades of “A” or “B” are transferable. n A maximum of nine semester hours may be approved by

the Dean of School of Arts and Sciences.

WHERE TO BEGIN

§ Admissions: Contact Donna Raczynski at draczyns@su.edu

§ Program Director: Contact Dr. Brandon Greene at bgreene@su.edu

§ Apply online now by visiting: www.su.edu/admissions/graduate-students/arts-sciences-application-information/

DEGREE REQUIREMENTS The degree requirement is a minimum of 37 semester hours with a grade point average of 3.0 or better. Courses Credits

Fall I PSY 501 Practica in Behavior Analysis 3 PSY 561 Concepts and Principles of

Behavior Analysis

3 PSY 571 Autism 3 Spring I PSY 501 Practica in Behavior Analysis 3 PSY 562 Research Methods in Behavior

Analysis

3 PSY 563 Applied Behavior Analysis 3 Summer I PSY 501 Practica in Behavior Analysis 3 PSY 572 Ethical, Legal, and Professional

Conduct in Behavior Analysis

3 PSY 595 Topics in Behavior Analysis 3 Fall 2 PSY 501 Practica in Behavior Analysis 3 PSY 564 Advanced Applied Behavior

Analysis

4 Graduate-Level Elective in

Behavioral Sciences

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Total 37