Find out more about Master of Science in Educational Studies / Applied Behavior Analysis

Program Details

The master’s degree in Educational Studies from Purdue University offers a concentration in Applied Behavior Analysis. Students in this online master’s in psychology program will learn how to apply the science of behavior analysis across educational systems.

Graduates will be able to work with individuals with autism or other disabilities with challenging behaviors who need increasing skills. Behavior analysts also consult with school systems, provide parent training, and collaborate with medical professionals. Credits earned from this master’s in special education online can be applied to Purdue’s Special Education doctoral program.

Students will study a range of topics including:

• Ethics of applied behavior analysis
• Verbal behavior and social communication
• Behavioral consultation and systems change
• Principles and concepts of applied behavior analysis
• Organization management with applied behavior analysis

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