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News: ABA Programs Ranked Number ONE<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n

Western offers two options to pursue the applied behavior analysis coursework. You can pursue the Master of Science in Applied Behavior Analysis or pursue\u00a0the certificate (certificate requires acceptable graduate degree).\u00a0All of\u00a0the courses are offered online. Requirements for both options are listed below.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n
Graduate Coordinator<\/u><\/em><\/p>\n

Dr. Stephanie Kuhn, Ph.D., BCBA-D, Associate Professor<\/em><\/td>\n

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Phone: (203) 837-3206<\/em>
\nkuhns@wcsu.edu<\/em><\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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Program Faculty<\/u><\/em><\/p>\n

Dr. Adam Brewer, Ph.D., BCBA-D, Associate Professor<\/em><\/td>\n

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Phone: (203) 837-8541<\/em>
\nbrewera@wcsu.edu<\/em><\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

Dr. Antonia Giannakakos-Ferman, Ph.D., BCBA-D, LBA(CT)<\/em><\/td>\nPhone: (203) 837-8508<\/em>
\ngiannakakosa@wcsu.edu<\/em><\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

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MASTER OF SCIENCE IN APPLIED BEHAVIOR ANALYSIS<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Program<\/strong>\u202fOverview and Mission<\/strong><\/p>\n

The Master of Science (M.S.) in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) has a requirement of thirty credits. The program is housed in the Education and Educational Psychology Department. The M.S. in ABA offers courses of study candidates can apply toward advanced degrees or toward careers as Board Certified Behavior Analysts.
\nThe mission of Western Connecticut State University\u2019s Applied Behavior Analysis program is to provide high-quality behavior analytic instruction to practitioners.\u202f We offer courses with advanced online technology in an academic environment dedicated to education and research.<\/p>\n

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Learning Goals and Objectives<\/strong><\/p>\n

Candidates will be able to demonstrate mastery of the knowledge of the basic skills, underlying principles of applied behavior analysis. In addition, candidates will demonstrate mastery of practical skills in applied behavior analysis.\u00a0 The goal of the program is to ensure candidates are professionally competent and proficient in all areas of the Behavior Analyst Certification Board\u00ae and are prepared for the Board Certified Behavior Analyst Certification Examination.<\/p>\n

1. Candidates will demonstrate knowledge of the concepts and principles that underlie the science of behavior analysis and to application of those concepts and principles to the practice of the profession.<\/p>\n

2. Candidates will demonstrate knowledge of the process and procedures for implementing functional behavioral assessment procedures as well as the application of applied behavior analysis-based intervention procedures.<\/p>\n

3. Candidates will demonstrate knowledge of research design and procedures in applied behavior analysis.<\/p>\n

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Learning Objectives<\/strong><\/p>\n

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  1. Use assistive technology to promote the skills of speaking, reading, writing and listening with individuals with developmental disabilities who require behavioral modifications.<\/li>\n
  2. Prepare and submit a competitive grant proposal to a public or private organization.<\/li>\n
  3. Evaluate research for utility in the practice of diagnosing and treating individuals with developmental disabilities or behavior modification needs.<\/li>\n
  4. Demonstrate knowledge and expertise in all areas of the\u202f BCBA 5th edition task list.<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

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    Admission Requirements<\/strong><\/p>\n

    Applicants who wish to be admitted to the M.S. in ABA must submit the following materials to the Office of Graduate Admissions:<\/p>\n

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    1. Application for admission to the\u00a0Office of Graduate Admissions\u00a0and a $50 application fee.\u00a0Online Application <\/a>(Application deadline for fall: March 1st \/ for spring: November 1st)<\/li>\n
    2. Applicants for the M.S. in Applied Behavior Analysis must hold a baccalaureate degree from an accredited institution of higher education.<\/li>\n
    3. One official transcript mailed to the\u00a0Office of Graduate Admissions\u00a0from each college or university previously attended, including all earned grades and degree<\/li>\n
    4. Applicant\u2019s cumulative undergraduate grade point average (GPA) must be at least a 2.8 for admission into program.<\/li>\n
    5. Applicant must submit professional resume\/vitae.<\/li>\n
    6. Applicant must submit response to the following essay question:<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

      In a single, double-spaced page please tell us why you believe you are a good \u201cfit\u201d for Western Connecticut State University\u2019s Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) program. To evaluate your application, it will be helpful to have the following information such as why do you wish to pursue a career in ABA, what are your goals upon earning a degree, and what are some experiences that you feel prepare you for success in our program (e.g., relevant coursework, GPA, job, etc.)?<\/p>\n

      Transcripts can be sent to: Western Connecticut State University, 181 White Street, Danbury, CT 06810 or sent as an attachment to\u00a0Graduate Admissions<\/a><\/p>\n

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      You can also see it in the graduate catalog here:<\/p>\n

      https:\/\/catalogs.wcsu.edu\/grad2122\/master-of-science-in-applied-behavior-analysis\/<\/a><\/p>\n

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      Degree Requirements<\/strong><\/p>\n

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      1. Board Certified Behavior\u00a0Analyst Core Coursework: EPY655, EPY656, EPY657, EPY658,\u00a0EPY 659\u00a0and\u00a0EPY660, for a total of 22\u00a0credits (total program is 30 credits) and 330\u00a0classroom hours of graduate level instruction (see Coursework below) in the following content areas and for the number of hours specified:\n
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        1. Concepts and Principles of Behavior Analysis \u2013 45\u00a0hours,<\/li>\n
        2. Philosophical Underpinnings of Behavior\u00a0Analysis \u2013 45 hours,<\/li>\n
        3. Measurement, Data Display, and Interpretation; Experimental Design \u2013 60 hours,<\/li>\n
        4. Behavior Assessment -45 hours,<\/li>\n
        5. Behavior-Change Procedures; Selecting and Implementing Interventions -60 hours,<\/li>\n
        6. Personnel Supervision and Management -30 hours,<\/li>\n
        7. BACB Compliance code and Disciplinary Systems\u00a0\u2013 45 hours.<\/li>\n
        8. Candidates\u00a0must score 80% or above on the comprehensive exam in order to receive a passing grade for EPY 653<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/li>\n
        9. Complete an additional\u00a0eight\u00a0credits in Applied Behavior Analysis: EPY651, EPY652, and EPY653 (total of 30 credits).<\/li>\n
        10. Candidates\u00a0whose work is of marginal quality, less than a B, in all M.S. in Applied Behavior Analysis courses or who demonstrate personal qualities that are not conducive to the role of Board Certified Behavior Analyst will not be recommended for continuation in the program.<\/li>\n
        11. Candidates\u00a0are required to visit \u202fhttp:\/\/bacb.com<\/a> \u202fregularly and keep up to date with all requirements to sit for the examination and become a Board Certified Behavior Analyst. Candidates are required to be knowledgeable about any and all licensure laws are requirements in that state in which he\/she plans to practice.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

          Disclaimer<\/strong><\/span>: State laws related to licensure of behavior analysts vary and can change over time. The ABA program at WCSU currently meets with education requirements for licensure in CT and most other states. However, licensure requirements vary by state and it is the responsibility of the applicant to be knowledgeable about licensure requirements in the state in which he or she may plan to apply for licensure.\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n

          Candidates\u00a0who started the program prior to Fall 2019 can find degree requirements here:<\/p>\n

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          ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENT FOR\u00a0CERTIFICATION\u00a0EXAM ELIGIBILITY<\/p>\n

          Candidates\u00a0must complete experience that fully compliances with the BACB experience standards<\/a>. This experience consists of supervised independent fieldwork (1500 hours). The fieldwork experience is completed independent of WCSU.<\/p>\n

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          Master of Science in Applied Behavior Analysis Courses (30 SH)\u202f\u2013 all courses are online<\/strong>
          \nCohorts are admitted in the fall semester and in the spring semester. The program follows the WCSU semester calendar. The completion of the following courses is required:<\/p>\n

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          Entering Fall Student Course Sequence\/Requirements<\/em><\/td>\n30\u202fSH<\/em><\/p>\n

          SH = Semester Hours (credits)<\/em><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

          EPY 655<\/td>\nIntroduction to Concepts and Principles of Behavior Analysis<\/td>\n3\u202fSH\u202f\u202f\u202f\u202f (fall\u00a0I)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
          EPY 658<\/td>\nAdvanced Concepts and Principles of Behavior Analysis<\/td>\n4\u00a0SH\u202f\u202f\u202f\u202f (fall\u00a0I)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
          EPY 656<\/td>\nBehavior Assessment<\/td>\n4 SH\u202f\u202f\u202f\u202f (spring)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
          EPY 659<\/td>\nMethods and Measurement in Applied Behavior Analysis<\/td>\n4\u202fSH\u202f\u202f\u202f\u202f (spring)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
          EPY 660<\/td>\nEthics and Professional Issues<\/td>\n3\u202fSH\u202f\u202f\u202f\u202f (summer\u00a0)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
          EPY 651<\/td>\nAssistive Technology for Applied Behavior Analysis<\/td>\n3\u202fSH\u202f\u202f\u202f\u202f (summer)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
          EPY 652<\/td>\nGrant Writing in Applied Behavior Analysis<\/td>\n2\u00a0SH\u202f\u202f\u202f\u202f (summer)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
          EPY\u00a0657<\/td>\nBehavior Change Procedures<\/td>\n4\u00a0SH\u202f\u202f\u202f\u202f (fall\u00a0II)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
          EPY\u00a0653<\/td>\nCapstone in Applied Behavior Analysis<\/td>\n3 SH\u202f\u202f\u202f\u202f (fall\u00a0II)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

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          Entering Spring Student Course Sequence\/Requirements<\/em><\/td>\n30\u202fSH<\/em><\/p>\n

          SH = Semester Hours (credits)<\/em><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

          EPY\u00a0655<\/td>\nIntroduction to Concepts and Principles of Behavior Analysis<\/td>\n3\u202fSH\u202f\u202f\u202f\u202f (spring\u00a0I)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
          EPY\u00a0658<\/td>\nAdvanced Concepts and Principles of Behavior Analysis<\/td>\n4\u202fSH\u202f\u202f\u202f\u202f (spring\u00a0I)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
          EPY\u00a0651<\/td>\nAssistive Technology for Applied Behavior Analysis<\/td>\n3\u00a0SH\u202f\u202f\u202f\u202f (summer)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
          EPY\u00a0660<\/td>\nEthics and Professional Issues<\/td>\n3\u00a0SH\u202f\u202f\u202f\u202f (summer)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
          EPY\u00a0652<\/td>\nGrant Writing\u202ffor Applied Behavior Analysis<\/td>\n2\u202fSH\u202f\u202f\u202f\u202f (summer)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
          EPY\u00a0656<\/td>\nBehavior Assessment<\/td>\n4\u00a0SH\u202f\u202f\u202f\u202f (fall)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
          EPY\u00a0656<\/td>\nMethods and Measurement in Applied Behavior Analysis<\/td>\n4\u00a0SH\u202f\u202f\u202f\u202f (fall)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
          EPY\u00a0657<\/td>\nBehavior Change Procedures<\/td>\n4\u00a0SH\u202f\u202f\u202f\u202f (spring\u00a0II)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
          EPY\u00a0653<\/td>\nCapstone in\u202f Applied Behavior Analysis<\/td>\n3 SH\u202f\u202f\u202f\u202f (spring\u00a0II)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

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          All courses must be taken in this sequence\u00a0outlined above.<\/p>\n

          Transfer credits are not accepted.<\/strong><\/p>\n

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          CERTIFICATE\u00a0IN APPLIED BEHAVIOR ANALYSIS\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n

          This 22-credit, six-course sequence is designed for candidates who have completed an acceptable graduate degree from an accredited university. The certificate program is Verified Course Sequence (VCS) and meets the coursework requirement to be eligible for certification per the Behavior Analyst Certification Board. The candidate will be required to complete additional requirements for certification (i.e., supervised independent fieldwork, completing an acceptable graduate program from an accredited university, and receiving a passing score on the certification examination). \u00a0Admission requirements for the certificate program are identical to the admission requirements for the Masters in Applied Behavior Analysis (see above).<\/p>\n

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          Visit\u202fhttp:\/\/www.bacb.com<\/a>\u202f for more information.<\/p>\n

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          Entering Fall Student Course Sequence\/Requirements<\/em><\/p>\n

          (all courses are online)<\/em><\/td>\n

          		SH = Semester Hours (credits)<\/em><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
          EPY 655<\/td>\nIntroduction to Concepts and Principles of Behavior Analysis<\/td>\n3 SH\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0(fall I)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
          EPY 658<\/td>\nAdvanced Concepts and Principles of Behavior Analysis<\/td>\n4 SH\u202f\u202f\u202f\u202f\u202f\u202f (fall I)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
          EPY 656<\/td>\nBehavior Assessment<\/td>\n4 SH\u202f\u202f\u202f\u202f\u202f\u202f (spring)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
          EPY 659<\/td>\nMethods and Measurement in Applied Behavior Analysis<\/td>\n4 SH\u202f\u202f\u202f\u202f\u202f\u202f (spring)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
          EPY 660<\/td>\nEthics and Professional Issues<\/td>\n3 SH\u202f\u202f\u202f\u202f\u202f\u202f (summer)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
          EPY 657<\/td>\nBehavior Change Procedures<\/td>\n4 SH\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 (fall I)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

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          Entering Spring Student Course Sequence\/Requirements\u202f\u202f\u202f\u202f\u202f\u202f\u202f\u202f\u202f\u202f (all courses are online)<\/em><\/td>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
          EPY\u00a0655<\/td>\nIntroduction to Concepts and Principles of Behavior Analysis<\/td>\n3\u202fSH\u202f\u202f\u202f\u202f (spring\u00a0I)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
          EPY\u00a0658<\/td>\nAdvanced Concepts and Principles of Behavior Analysis<\/td>\n4\u202fSH\u202f\u202f\u202f\u202f (spring\u00a0I)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
          EPY\u00a0660<\/td>\nEthics and Professional Issues<\/td>\n3\u00a0SH\u202f\u202f\u202f\u202f (summer)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
          EPY\u00a0656<\/td>\nBehavior Assessment<\/td>\n4\u00a0SH\u202f\u202f\u202f\u202f (fall)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
          EPY\u00a0656<\/td>\nMethods and Measurement in Applied Behavior Analysis<\/td>\n4\u00a0SH\u202f\u202f\u202f\u202f (fall)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
          EPY\u00a0657<\/td>\nBehavior Change Procedures<\/td>\n4\u00a0SH\u202f\u202f\u202f\u202f (spring\u00a0II)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

          All courses must be taken in this sequence\u00a0outlined above.<\/p>\n

          Transfer credits are not accepted.<\/strong><\/p>\n

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          Important Information\u00a0for both programs:<\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n

          Candidates\u00a0are required to visit\u202fhttp:\/\/bacb.com<\/a>\u202fregularly and keep up to date with all requirements to sit for the examination and become a\u00a0Board Certified\u00a0Behavior Analyst.<\/p>\n

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          Candidates\u00a0whose work is of marginal quality, less than a B, in all M.S. in Applied Behavior Analysis courses or who demonstrate personal qualities that are not conducive to the role of Board Certified Behavior Analyst will not be recommended for continuation in the program.<\/p>\n

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          Disclaimer<\/strong><\/span>: State laws related to licensure of behavior analysts vary and can change over time. The ABA program at WCSU currently meets with education requirements for licensure in CT and most other states. However, licensure requirements vary by state and it is the responsibility of the applicant to be knowledgeable about licensure requirements in the state in which he or she may plan to apply for licensure. <\/em><\/p>\n

          Tuition<\/strong>: For more information regarding tuition costs and fees go to\u202fhttps:\/\/www.wcsu.edu\/registration\/grad-tuition\/<\/a><\/p>\n

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          Academic calendar:\u202f<\/strong>For more information regarding the start date of classes and other important dates go to:\u202fhttps:\/\/www.wcsu.edu\/newsevents\/current-academic-calendar\/<\/a><\/p>\n

          Task List course content allocation<\/strong>:<\/p>\n

          Fifth Edition Task List Course Content Allocation Hours for BCBA\u00a0(Begins Fall 2019)<\/u>\u00a0<\/a><\/p>\n

          Fourth Edition Task List Course\u00a0<\/u>Content<\/u>\u00a0Allocation Hours for BCBA<\/u>\u00a0<\/a><\/p>\n

          Third Edition Task List Course Content Allocation Hours for BCBA<\/u><\/p>\n

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          \"Badge<\/p>\n

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          Certification Examination\u00a0Pass rates for universities:<\/strong>\u202f\u202fhttps:\/\/www.bacb.com\/university-pass-rates\/<\/a><\/p>\n

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