Pittsburgh,
PA,
United States
Type
Private
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
MSc in Education in Applied Behavior Analysis in Pittsburgh United States | Duquesne University
Duquesne University
|
Pittsburgh United States
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Qualification
Masters Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
28,431
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
24 months
The M.S.Ed. in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) program equips you for career growth across educational, community, and clinical environments. Graduates qualify to sit for the BCBA Examination and may pursue Pennsylvania's Behavior Specialist License through the Board of Medicine. We develop competent educators committed to enhancing life opportunities for people with disabilities. This 39-credit Master of Science in Education program provides comprehensive training for diverse professional settings, preparing graduates to address varied learning and behavioral challenges. The curriculum follows ABAI's Verified Course Sequence, fulfilling the academic prerequisites for BCBA certification. This pre-approved coursework satisfies the educational component for the BCBA exam, though fieldwork and successful examination completion remain essential for full certification. Students gain expertise in functional behavior assessments, intervention design, and implementation strategies for all populations. Our program emphasizes compassionate ABA practices and trauma-informed approaches throughout all coursework. Pennsylvania's Behavior Specialist License becomes accessible to program completers through the state's medical board.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
3.0 GPA*
For admission to this graduate program in Special Education meet the minimum GPA requirement (3.0) for their previous coursework as established by the Pennsylvania Department of Education (PDE), although some exceptions may apply.
*Applicants are customarily expected to have a 3.0 grade point average, based on a four-point scale, in their undergraduate work. However, exceptions may be granted on a limited basis, in which there is substantial additional evidence of a student's academic competency.
Undergraduate degree from a four-year, degree-granting institution
If your transcript(s) is from an institution located outside of the United States, you must use a transcript credential evaluation service to obtain a course-by-course report.
IELTS - 6.5
TOEFL - 80
For admission to this graduate program in Special Education meet the minimum GPA requirement (3.0) for their previous coursework as established by the Pennsylvania Department of Education (PDE), although some exceptions may apply.
*Applicants are customarily expected to have a 3.0 grade point average, based on a four-point scale, in their undergraduate work. However, exceptions may be granted on a limited basis, in which there is substantial additional evidence of a student's academic competency.
Undergraduate degree from a four-year, degree-granting institution
If your transcript(s) is from an institution located outside of the United States, you must use a transcript credential evaluation service to obtain a course-by-course report.
IELTS - 6.5
TOEFL - 80
Tuition
USD
28,431