Master of Science
Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA)
Earn Your Master’s in Applied Behavior Analysis: Fully Online, Truly Global.
An applied, practice-focused online program that prepares professionals to create meaningful, real-world change.
Why choose Greenfort University
Applied program with emphasis on hands-on practice and case-based learning.
A curriculum aligned with the competencies of several leading international ABA certification boards.
Preparation for QABA® certification exams.
Faculty with extensive academic and clinical expertise.
Flexible 100% online format with live supervision.
Hundreds of extra library resources to deepen your expertise.
Two Learning Tracks
The Master of Science in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) Program offers a comprehensive curriculum grounded in the science of behavior analysis. Students explore foundational principles, research methods, conceptual analysis, ethics, and the application of behavioral strategies across individual, educational, and organizational settings. Through courses on behavior assessment, intervention, and specialized topics such as gamified instructional design, supervision, and behavior change in schools, graduates emerge with a global perspective and the ability to translate theory into effective practice. The program prepares students for leadership roles and certification pathways in the field of behavior analysis.
Standard
- Core Curriculum (30 credit hours)
- Electives (10 credit hours)
- 40 credit hours
Experiential Learning
- Core Curriculum (30 credit hours)
- Electives (10 credit hours)
- Experiential Learning (5 credit hours)
- 45 credit hours
What You Will Learn
Gain in-depth knowledge and practical expertise.
Principles of Behavior
Research Methods
Master behavioral measurement and single-subject experimental design; learn data collection, visual analysis, graphing, and fundamental statistics for evidence-based practice.
Conceptual Analysis
Study the history/philosophy of behaviorism and theoretical approaches; interpret behavior through behavior-analytic principles to strengthen conceptual rigor in research and practice.
Applied Behavior Analysis
Apply behavioral principles across practical contexts and areas of investigation, translating theory into ethically sound, effective interventions.
Basic Behavior Analysis
Understand how core behavioral principles are discovered, analyzed, and described through basic research, connecting laboratory findings to applied work.
Global Faculty
Bachelor’s Degree in Clinical Psychology (UFM), MS in ABA and Research (Universidad del Istmo), BCBA, Co-founder and Clinical Director of ABA Guatemala, and FTF Instructor.
Ph.D. in Psychology and BCBA, with more than 10 years of experience in clinical, academic, and educational settings. Specialist in ethical and child-centered implementation of the ABA model under the CABAS® approach.
Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology (BYU–Idaho), Master’s and Doctorate in ABA (Teachers College, Columbia University), BCBA-D, Behavior Specialist in the Park City School District.
Master’s in Applied Behavior Analysis (Teachers College, Columbia University), BCBA, Director of ABA Learning/Conduit, and Co-founder of Wink.
Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology (UBA), Master’s in ABA Intervention for Autism and Other Developmental Disorders (ABA Spain), Co-Director of the ABA Diploma Program in Neurodevelopmental Disorders (UAI), and Founder of PASOS.
Bachelor’s Degree in Speech Therapy (Universidad Mayor), MS in ABA for Autism Spectrum Disorders (Universidad Autónoma de Chile), BCBA, and university instructor practicing at CeABACl.
Ph.D. in Applied Behavior Analysis (Utah State University) and Clinical Assistant Professor of ABA at Purdue University.
DBA in Business Administration (University of South Florida), MS in ABA, BCBA, CEO of OBM Enterprises, specialist in Organizational Behavior Management, renowned author, and global ABA consultant.
Bachelor’s Degree in Psychopedagogy (UDEM), Master’s in Education, BCBA, Founder and Director of Bloom Children’s Center, and Vice President of OMPAC.
Ed.D. in Organizational Leadership (Grand Canyon University), MS in Applied Behavior Analysis, BCBA, and Chair of the International Development Committee for Applied Behavior Analysis (QABA Credentialing Board®).(QABA Credentialing Board®).
Psy.D. and Psy.M. in Clinical Psychology (Rutgers University), with specialization in Cognitive-Behavior Therapy and Applied Behavior Analysis. Clinical Psychologist and faculty member at Johns Hopkins Medicine. Director of the Brief Treatment Clinic at Kennedy Krieger Institute and subject matter expert for the Behavior Analyst Certification Board.
Ph.D. and MA in Applied Behavior Analysis (Southern Illinois University, Carbondale), BCBA, and Assistant Professor at Pontificia Universidad Javeriana.
Learning Experience
Video lectures, guided readings, and structured exercises available anytime.
Quizzes and applied exercises that reinforce skills.
Study online with peers from multiple countries and professional backgrounds.
Access to a robust digital library featuring hundreds of curated articles to deepen mastery.
Career Outcomes
Graduates are prepared for:
Clinical practice with individuals and families.
School-wide interventions and teacher training.
Organizational performance management.
Certification Pathways:
Full preparation for QABA® credentialing.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this program fully online?
Is the degree internationally recognized?
In what languages does Greenfort University offer degrees?
Does this program qualify me to sit for the QBA® exam?
Yes, the master’s in Applied Behavior Analysis at Greenfort University meets the coursework and supervised practice requirements established by the Qualified Behavior Analyst (QBA®) certification board, preparing students to confidently sit for the QBA® examination.
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