Master in Angewandter Verhaltensanalyse (ABA)

The Master’s in Applied Behavior Analysis and the Certificate in Applied Behavior Analysis at William James College are designed to meet the growing need for practitioners who are knowledgeable about the principles of behavior and skilled in the development, implementation, and evaluation of behavioral interventions. Several options are available for individuals interested in pursuing training and a career in Applied Behavior Analysis.

Upon completion of the program requirements, students will meet the minimum coursework set forth by the Association for Behavior Analysis International (ABAI) to take the exam to become a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA). Applicants will need to meet additional fieldwork requirements before they can be deemed eligible to take the examination. Contingent on passing the BCBA exam, students will also meet the requirements to become a Licensed Applied Behavior Analyst (LABA) in Massachusetts.

From our new campus in Greater Boston, William James College educates students for careers that meet the growing demand for access to quality, culturally competent psychological services for individuals, families, communities & organizations both locally & around the globe.

We offer graduate programs attentive to the needs of vulnerable populations including children of adversity and the needs of specific populations such as Latinos and veterans, as well as organizations and leaders on the forefront of creating social change. The foundation of our training provides growing professionals with hands-on experience at more than 350 field placement sites, preparing them to address the complex problems in an increasingly diverse world.

Rooted in experiential education, William James College equips students with the tools to make an immediate impact & lasting difference in diverse communities & organizations, & with a range of populations around the globe.