The University of Louisville's M.Ed. in Autism Spectrum Disorders and Applied Behavior Analysis Program is currently accepting applications for their Fall 2020 cohort and their faculty are always happy to meet individually with potential students to discuss the Program and a career in behavior analysis. According to a recently published workforce report, annual demand for individuals holding a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) credential increased by 80% from 2018 to 2019. The program prepares students for a career using this credential in the rapidly growing field of applied behavior analysis (ABA). Specifically, the Program:
- Is a non-thesis program designed to be completed in 5 consecutive semesters.
- Offers a full-time and new part-time option allowing students to work during the day and take courses in the evening.
- Does not require a specific undergraduate degree major to apply.
- Prepares students for a marketable career in a field with competitive salaries.
- Can be completed face-to-face or online.
- Has a 90% first time pass-rate for graduates sitting for their BCBA exam (national average is 65%).
- Provides pathway for students to meet the coursework and degree requirements for their BCBA exam.
- Allows opportunities for students to accumulate fieldwork hours across multiple service settings.
- Follows a cohort model with groups of 20 or fewer students moving through all courses together.
- Has established carefully vetted practicum partnerships with several local agencies employing behavior analysts.
If you are interested in learning a marketable skill set in a helping profession with competitive salaries please consider researching the program.
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