Program Details
This master’s degree in Behavioral Psychology meets the academic requirements to sit for the Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) exam. Students will learn a wide range of clinical interventions for children, adolescents, and adults.
This online Psychology degree focuses on Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) concepts and applications. Students will examine how to help patients develop adaptive skills for optimal functioning in educational, family, social, and occupational settings. Courses discuss how to observe and assess behavior patterns, determine target behaviors, and choose appropriate strategies to promote positive change.
Core topics within this degree program include the following:
- Autism spectrum disorders
- Selecting and implementing interventions in ABA
- Assessment procedures for ABA
- Multicultural counseling
- Clinical interventions with children and adolescents
% Online
Mostly OnlineSchool Accreditation & Licensing
Pepperdine University is accredited by:
WASC Senior College and University Commission (WSCUC)
Program Requirements & Restrictions
Minimum Education
Bachelor DegreeAdmission Tests
Proof of English Language Proficiency (International Students)Application Requirements
Official College Transcript(s), Recommendation/Reference Letter(s), Statement of Purpose/Intent