Tallahassee,
FL,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
MSc in Psychology - Applied Behavior Analysis in Panama United States | Florida State University
Florida State University
|
Panama United States
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Qualification
Masters Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
19,362
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
30 months
Florida State University's Psychology Master's program in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) ranks among the nation's top ABA programs, offered at both the Tallahassee and Panama City campuses. Accepted students select their preferred campus location (Tallahassee or PC), with all participants and instructors collaborating through technologically connected classrooms that bridge both FSU locations. This ABA program thoroughly prepares students in three key areas: 1) the scientific foundations of Behavior Analysis/Behavioral Science, 2) implementing and assessing ABA-based clinical methods across diverse populations and environments, and 3) providing direct ABA services through supervised clinical practice at approved agencies, overseen by Board Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBAs).
Applied behavior analysis, a scientific discipline developing since the 1960s, concentrates on behavioral research and creating/implementing evidence-based interventions to enhance quality of life for individuals in various settings including home, workplace, or educational environments. FSU's ABA Master's program spans five semesters and holds accreditation from the Association for Behavior Analysis International. The Behavior Analyst Certification Board (BACB) has approved both the curriculum and clinical practicum components, which certify practitioners at undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral levels.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
A bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited U.S. institution, or a comparable degree from an international institution, with a minimum 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale) grade point average (GPA) in all coursework attempted while enrolled as an upper-division undergraduate student working towards a bachelor's degree
To be considered for admission a student must have attained a GPA (Grade Point Average) of at least 3.0 (on a 4.0 system) on all work attempted while registered as an upper-division student working toward a baccalaureate degree. GRE score submissions are recommended and scores at the 50th percentile on the Verbal portion and 40th percentile on Quantitative are typical of those who are admitted. Experience applying the principles of applied behavior analysis in a real-world setting is preferred and in recent years applicants enter the program with 1 to 5 years of ABA experience. Students may be admitted from an allied field such as education, counseling or other related degrees. See below for the required prerequisite courses
A student must submit the following to be considered for admission:
University Application for Admission to a graduate program at Florida State University and a $30 application fee.
One official copy of transcripts from all colleges attended.
Personal statement describing your experiences with behavior analysis and your career goals.
Three letters of recommendation (at least two letters must be from faculty).
Resume.
Students admitted to this program will be required to undergo federal and state criminal background checks prior to first semester registration. Positive results may change a student's admission status because of the practicum requirements of the program.
Internet based TOEFL (IBTOEFL): 80
Paper based TOEFL (TOEFL): 550
International English Language Testing System (Academic IELTS): 6.5
To be considered for admission a student must have attained a GPA (Grade Point Average) of at least 3.0 (on a 4.0 system) on all work attempted while registered as an upper-division student working toward a baccalaureate degree. GRE score submissions are recommended and scores at the 50th percentile on the Verbal portion and 40th percentile on Quantitative are typical of those who are admitted. Experience applying the principles of applied behavior analysis in a real-world setting is preferred and in recent years applicants enter the program with 1 to 5 years of ABA experience. Students may be admitted from an allied field such as education, counseling or other related degrees. See below for the required prerequisite courses
A student must submit the following to be considered for admission:
University Application for Admission to a graduate program at Florida State University and a $30 application fee.
One official copy of transcripts from all colleges attended.
Personal statement describing your experiences with behavior analysis and your career goals.
Three letters of recommendation (at least two letters must be from faculty).
Resume.
Students admitted to this program will be required to undergo federal and state criminal background checks prior to first semester registration. Positive results may change a student's admission status because of the practicum requirements of the program.
Internet based TOEFL (IBTOEFL): 80
Paper based TOEFL (TOEFL): 550
International English Language Testing System (Academic IELTS): 6.5
Tuition
USD
19,362