Special Education, MEd (Guided Studies - Applied Behavior Analysis, online)

• Already have a master’s degree in education, applied behavior analysis, or psychology? The graduate certificate in Applied Behavior Analysis may be a better fit for you if you're looking to become a BCBA.

• This program does not prepare you for a teaching license. Look at our program finder for M.Ed. programs that lead to an initial teaching license.

• Holding a teaching license is not required for admission into the program

• MEd, Special Education (Guided Studies - Applied Behavior Analysis) - Program information from the University Catalog.
• Two-Year Course Rotation (PDF)

Candidates completing a Master of Education in Special Education Guided Studies, Applied Behavior Analysis Concentration (Online), upon graduation are expected to: 

• develop an ability to effectively implement techniques and strategies based on the principles of Applied Behavior Analysis.
• develop an ability to implement evidence-based interventions and assess students with Autism.
• develop an understanding of the importance of including all team members, including the child, when designing and considering intervention options.
• develop an understanding of the ethical responsibilities of behavior analysts, and act accordingly.
• satisfy the coursework and degree requirements necessary to sit for the exam to become a Board Certified Behavior Analyst.
   

SGOCE Tuition and Fees

Completed applications are reviewed on a rolling admission basis. Admissions requirements are as follows:

• Official transcript of a Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited institution
• Three letters of recommendation
• Professional resume
• Official transcripts of graduate level course work from a regionally accredited institution (if applicable)
• Graduate application and fee
• An essay, no more than one page in length, in response to one of the following questions:
  • Tell us about a positive situation in which you helped a person and made a significant difference in that person’s life.
  • What are the most important factors in establishing a long-term working relationship with students, friends, etc.?
  • Tell us about a significant event that involved you in a teaching or helping mode.
    • Describe the situation as it occurred at the time.
    • What did you do in that particular situation?
    • How did you feel about the situation at the time you were experiencing it?
    • How do you feel about the situation now?
    • What would you change, if anything?