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BehaviorAnalysis@Simmons, the online Master of Science in Behavior Analysis program from Simmons University, will prepare you to earn your certification as a behavior analyst and make a measurable difference in the lives of others.

Our faculty of established practitioners are committed to building strong relationships with students to help you learn how to assess behavior, communicate effectively, and achieve success in your career. Since the rise of behavior analytic professions and the launch of the Behavior Analyst Certification Board® (BACB®) 20 years ago, Simmons has been a leader in the field through its dedication to behavior analysis coursework and research.

The Association for Behavior Analysis International has verified the following courses toward the coursework requirements for eligibility to take the Board Certified Behavior Analyst® or Board Certified Assistant Behavior Analyst® examination. Applicants will need to meet additional requirements before they can be deemed eligible to take the examination. In addition to offering all required courses, our online master’s program meets the BACB experience standards — meaning students in the program will complete all hours of mentoring and supervision required to sit for the Board Certified Behavior Analyst® (BCBA®) exam.

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Mentoring and Supervision-Based Curriculum

Through a focus on both individual and group mentoring, our rigorous, interdisciplinary curriculum prepares students to apply advanced behavior analysis principles through hands-on learning. The mentorship component of the program ensures that students gain the support, real-life experience, and individual feedback they need to become effective practitioners. Learn more about Simmons’ mentoring and supervision component.

The BehaviorAnalysis@Simmons course sequence meets the ABAI’s coursework eligibility requirements.

Students will complete a total of 2,000 supervised fieldwork hours and 42 total credits for the master’s degree and can finish the program in as few as 23 months. Students will graduate with the necessary coursework and experience requirements needed to sit for the BCBA exam.

Learn more about the new BCBA fieldwork requirements.

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Core Courses

5

Mentoring Courses

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Verbal Behavior

Explore research on and practical applications of the analysis of verbal behavior.

Methodologies for Behavior Change II

Study the foundational procedures and protocols to accelerate and decelerate behavior changes in clients.

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Simmons University evaluates candidates by their ability, aptitude, and promise for academic success in the program and beyond. Individuals who are interested in the online behavior analysis program should first review the application requirements and deadlines.

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The final deadline for the September 2023 cohort is July 14, 2023.

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The Department of Behavior Analysis Mission Statement

  1. To make the philosophy, theory, and science of behavior analysis explicable and accessible to individuals in an optimal position to affect meaningful educational, social, and behavioral changes
  2. To generate and publish innovative research by fusing behavior analysis with relevant findings from other scientific disciplines
  3. To include, whenever possible students as authors on presentations and publications
  4. To demonstrate how behavior analysis can influence the breadth and depth of issues centered on the human condition
  5. To prepare students to pass the Behavior Analysis Certification Board’s examination to become a Board Certified Behavior Analyst

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Simmons University was founded in 1899 with the mission of helping students to lead meaningful lives and build successful careers. In 2012, Simmons decided to bring that mission online by offering graduate programs that provide students with the same supportive and welcoming learning environment as on campus.

Renowned Faculty

The BehaviorAnalysis@Simmons faculty is made up of educators, practitioners, and mentors who bring practical experience to the classroom. They are dedicated teachers committed to excellence and take pride in preparing their students to become the next generation of effective behavior analysts.

Career Services

BehaviorAnalysis@Simmons students have access to a variety of career support resources, including résumé reviews, mock interviews, portfolio assessments, the Handshake networking platform, and access to the Virtual Career Center. In addition, students create valuable and lasting connections with faculty through mentoring sessions.

Career Outlook for Behavior Analysts

The job market for credentialed behavior analysts is promising, and demand is growing rapidly.

38% Increase in Demand

Annual demand for individuals holding BCBA/BCBA-D certification has increased each year since 2010, with an 38% increase from 2020 to 2021.1

Growing Demand

Demand for behavior analysts is highest in California, Pennsylvania, Florida, Virginia, and Texas.1

With a master’s in behavior analysis from Simmons University, students will develop the behavior assessment skills necessary to advance into management or director roles. Graduates are prepared to pursue positions in a variety of settings, including:

  • Special education
  • Autism services
  • Behavioral medicine
  • Organizational behavior management
  • Instructional design
  • Consulting

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1 Source: Burning Glass Technologies. burning-glass.com. 2021.arrow_upwardReturn to footnote reference