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Online Master’s in Psychology
Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA)

Learn to use the principles of human behavior to transform problem behaviors, build positive social skills, and improve lives.

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Online Master’s in Psychology
Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA)

Ready to Get Started?

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3 MINUTE QUIZ

Build an Education Plan, Suited for You

Create and download your comprehensive plan with scholarships, financial aid, credit transfer, and more!

3 MINUTE QUIZ

Build an Education Plan, Suited for You

Create and download your comprehensive plan with scholarships, financial aid, credit transfer, and more!

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Develop a Broad Skill Set

As you explore psychology concepts, build skills such as research and data analysis, written communication, social and global awareness, and evidenced-based decision making.

Program Details

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Curriculum ComponentRequirementsCostamount
Tuition63 quarter credit$590 per quarter hour

$37,170 

Program FeePer quarter$180

$1,260 

   

$38,430**

BELIEVE & ACHIEVE SCHOLARSHIP

YOUR TUITION

-$5,900 

$32,530*

*Represents the course-based learning format, Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) specialization, minimum time to completion, and Believe & Achieve Scholarship. Your actual total program time and costs may vary. Believe & Achieve Scholarship savings based on current tuition. See Scholarship Details for more information.

**Tuition reflects the minimum time to completion. Time to completion varies by student, depending on individual progress and credits transferred, if applicable. Tuition and time to complete may be reduced if transfer credits are accepted, or if you receive grants, scholarships or other tuition reductions. Walden may accept up to 24 transfer credits. For a personalized estimate of the number of your transfer credits that Walden would accept, call an Enrollment Specialist at 855-646-5286.

Tuition and fees are subject to change. Books and materials are not included and may cost between $2,500 to $3,500.

Program Outcomes

Shape Positive Change

An online MS in Psychology program with a specialization in ABA provides you with a versatile skill set to apply foundational knowledge to the science of behavioral analysis. Make a positive difference in people’s lives while promoting social change.

 

1Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics | Job outlook | Estimated wage

No guarantee is made that a person who enrolls in the MS in Psychology program with an Applied Behavior Analysis specialization will obtain a job or will earn the stated salaries. Percentile wage estimates are based on the 10th–75th percentile.

Specialization Learning Outcomes

In addition to the core program learning outcomes, graduates in this specialization will be prepared to:

Apply foundational knowledge (e.g., philosophy, concepts and principles) to the science of behavior analysis. 

Define the dimensions of applied behavior analysis.

Appropriately conduct behaviorally based assessments (e.g., functional behavioral analysis/assessment, skill based behavioral assessment). 

Evaluate results of behavior analytic research using single-subject experimental designs. 

Implement behaviorally based assessments for behavior change that promote positive social change. 

Apply professional and ethical behaviors according to the Professional and Ethical Compliance Code for Behavior Analysts. 

Synthesize applied behavior analysis knowledge and research to apply in real-world situations such as in educational, social, organizational, and health settings.

Meet Your Academic Team

Walden’s faculty include psychology practitioners, researchers, and subject matter experts, all committed to helping you thrive in your program.

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