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91勛圖厙 the Program<\/h2>\n

The online M.Ed. program in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) offers rigorous preparation for individuals pursuing ABA careers in settings such as clinics and schools. Students learn the philosophical underpinnings of behavior analysis,<\/span><\/p>\n

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  • basic concepts and principles of behavior change,<\/span><\/li>\n
  • applications of relevant concepts and principles to develop behavior assessment and behavior change procedures,<\/span><\/li>\n
  • and considerations for selecting and implementing interventions.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    Students receive hands-on training in leadership and ethics, training, and supervising implementers of behavior programs. Students also study experimental methodology used in the science and practice of ABA including experimental design, measurement, and data analysis.<\/span><\/p>\n \n\n \n <\/div> \n \n<\/div>\n\n

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    Facts & Stats<\/h2>\n
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    • \n\n #1<\/strong> in Special Education (U.S. News & World Report)<\/span>\n\n <\/li>\n\n \n
    • \n\n #5<\/strong> Overall Best Education School (U.S. News & World Report)<\/span>\n\n <\/li>\n\n \n <\/ul>\n\n <\/div>\n\n<\/section>\n\n\n
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      Key Takeaways<\/h2>\n
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      • All coursework and field opportunities meet Behavior Analyst Certification Board requirements<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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        • Master\u2019s students collaborate on and assist with research projects led by our expert faculty in special education and ABA<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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          • Students participate in fieldwork opportunities in school, clinic, and home settings, with professional networking opportunities in the field<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n \n\n \n <\/div> \n \n<\/div>\n\t\t
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            Who Should Enroll?<\/h2>\n

            Education Professionals<\/strong><\/p>\n

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            • Motivated professionals in educational contexts and clinical settings seeking professional learning and credentialing for career advancement in Applied Behavior Analysis.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

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              Distance Learners<\/strong><\/p>\n

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              • Driven students, international students or working professionals who may not be able to pursue an in-person, full-time degree option, but still want to progress their career with a nationally ranked education degree.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n \n\n \n <\/div> \n \n<\/div>\n\n
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                It\u2019s a good fit for people who need to integrate school into an already full life. You can adjust the pace without lowering the standard.<\/p>\n\n \n \n \n Laura Duda <\/strong>
                Peabody College online student <\/span>\n <\/cite>\n \n <\/blockquote>\n\n \n <\/div>\n\n

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