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2013-2014 Course Catalog 
    
2013-2014 Course Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Autism and Applied Behavior Analysis, M.S.


The Master of Science in Autism and Applied Behavior Analysis combines expertise in Applied Behavior Analysis with a specialization in Autism to develop professionals skilled in the application of Applied Behavior Analysis principles and practices to the education and treatment of individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorders across the lifespan. Our multi-disciplinary curriculum prepares well-rounded professionals to enter challenging positions through coursework in Behavior Analysis nationally approved as meeting the eligibility requirements to take the Board Certified Behavior AnalystTM Examination by the BACB. 

Admission Requirements


  • On-line graduate school application
  • Non-refundable application fee
  • Official transcripts from all accredited college or university institution(s) attended with minimum 3.0 GPA
  • Two letters of recommendation from current professional references
  • One-page letter of intent clearly identifying strengths which make you a good fit for this program and the learning outcomes you expect to achieve
  • Immunization records

Notes


  • Qualified applicants are admitted on an ongoing space-available basis for fall and spring entry
  • A limited number of competitive Graduate Assistantships and placements are available

Contact


www.usj.edu/aba
Deirdre Fitzgerald, Ph.D., BCBA-D
Graduate Program Director in Autism and Applied Behavior Analysis
Institute for Autism and Behavioral Studies
860.231.2013
aba@usj.edu

www.usj.edu/admissions
The Office of Graduate and Professional Studies
860.231.5488
graduate@usj.edu