Chicago School Of Professional Psychology, The

Program Information

Degree Offered

M.A. in Applied Behavior Analysis

Format: Campus

Program Description:

Students pursuing a master's degree in Applied Behavior Analysis are trained to bring about socially significant behavioral changes in individuals with developmental disabilities, those in regular educational settings, and those who wish to improve performance or master skills in a variety of areas. Using a natural science approach, ABA professionals systematically collect and analyze data to validate incremental changes in observable behavior. At the Los Angeles Campus, students have the unique opportunity to train professionals and caregivers in ABA techniques through the Campus' TEACH Center.

The Chicago School's learning approach to ABA is based on the Radical Behaviorist model that includes advanced areas such as precision teaching, instructional design, and verbal behavior, coupled with an unsurpassed range of real-world training, including four practicum experiences and two semester-long internships. The program is unique in that students receive a solid foundation in the principles of clinical psychology, in addition to thorough training in ABA techniques, that prepares them to work with a range of populations in both clinical and business/industry settings. The ABA masters program provides theoretical frameworks and scientific bases of ABA clinical work. Graduates will also develop skills that will be beneficial to their professional practices, such as the ability to appropriately determine the cause(s) of problem behavior, develop effective interventions, and properly assess outcomes.

Chicago School's ABA course sequence is approved by the Behavior Analyst Certification Board® and graduates are eligible to sit for national certification by the Behavior Analysis Certification Board®.

Accreditation:

The Chicago School of Professional Psychology is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and is a member of the North Central Association.

Tuition & Financial Aid

Financial Aid Offered: No

Classification: Other Specialized Institutions

Institution Sector: Private not-for-profit

Locale: Large City

Size & Settings: 1,000 - 4,999