Frequently Asked Questions

Behavior analysts, using behavior assessments and evidence-based interventions, improve the lives of people with behavioral issues and contribute to the overall well-being of a diverse range of communities. The Behavior Analyst Certification Board (BACB) grants a widely recognized certification to individuals who pass the qualifying exam and meet all the requirements. The Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) is a graduate-level certification. BCBAs are independent practitioners and may also supervise technicians, assistant analysts and others who implement behavior-analytic interventions.

Behavior analysis professionals might work with children with autism, individuals with developmental disabilities or anyone in need of behavioral support in settings like schools, clinics and hospitals. After completing the program, graduates pursue a range of opportunities and may occupy roles as clinical directors or supervisors, organizational behavior management (OBM) specialists, applied behavior analysis (ABA) therapists, developmental specialists, private practice therapists and more.

The program can be completed on a part-time schedule in one to two years.

In order to become certified, the Behavior Analyst Certification Board requires applicants to meet certain eligibility requirements through education, experience or a mix of both; apply for, take and pass the BCBA exam. Certification is maintained through continuing education, adherence to ethics requirements and recertifying every two years. Visit the BACB’s website for more information.

Yes, this program’s curriculum meets the Behavior Analyst Certification Board course requirements.

To become a BCBA, applicants must complete an Association for Behavior Analysis International (ABAI) accredited program or similarly recognized behavior analysis degree program. Alternatively, applicants can complete a Verified Course Sequence. For more information on the BCBA exam, visit the BACB’s website.

The online Certificate in Behavior Analysis is ideal for individuals who already hold a master’s degree but need additional educational credits to be eligible to sit for the BCBA exam and for professionals seeking behavioral analysis skills for their current careers. The online M.Ed. in Behavior Analysis is designed for professionals who currently have or are working toward the experience requirements needed to sit for the BCBA exam.

A teaching credential is not required for the master’s program. The certificate program requires a master’s degree in ABA, education, psychology or a related field.

Applicants must submit a completed online application, official transcripts with a minimum 3.0 GPA and a resume. No GRE or letters of recommendation are required for this program. Additional details and deadlines can be found on the Admissions page.

You can find the next application deadline and start date on our admission page.

No, neither GRE nor GMAT scores are required to apply to our program.

We welcome international students! However, this program cannot provide visa sponsorship. International applicants must already be eligible to study in the United States.

Please see our international students page for more information.

You can find a full summary of our program’s tuition and fees on our tuition and financial aid page.

Students who hold a Pennsylvania teaching certification through the Pennsylvania Department of Education receive a 15% tuition discount. For more information about funding in general, you can visit our tuition and financial aid page.

Students are encouraged to request federal and state financial aid by completing their FAFSA.

Our FAFSA code is 03289.