FAQs About the Online Master of Science in Applied Behavior Analysis

“Applied behavior analysis (ABA) is the use of the principles and procedures of behavior analysis to better understand and improve lives. Treatment approaches based on ABA have been empirically shown to be effective in a wide variety of areas. However, because ABA was first applied to the treatment of individuals with intellectual disabilities and autism, this practice area has the largest evidence base and has received the most recognition.” – Behavior Analysis Certification Board Website

Regis College’s online ABA program tuition costs $955 per credit. Our cost per credit for the program is affordable compared to other online ABA programs. As our mission states, Regis College aims to empower students to challenge themselves academically. Regis is a diverse and welcoming community; therefore, we have made our pricing reflective of our mission, aiming to make education accessible to all.

The online master’s program is a total of 39 credits and can be completed in as few as 20 months. The certificate program is 21 credits and is typically completed in 14 months, but can be completed faster depending on course distribution per semester. The majority of our online ABA courses are eight weeks long, with the exception of the Practicum and Capstone courses (required for MS only) which are 16 weeks.

Yes. Our program is rigorous and we want to admit students who are academically prepared for the challenging curriculum, but we also know that the undergraduate GPA is only one measure of your readiness for graduate school. The ABA Program Director looks at the entire application package, including the personal statement, letters of recommendation, and GPA. If your GPA is below 3.0, we recommend that you use your personal statement to address factors that impacted your undergraduate studies and outline how you’ve prepared for the rigor of our accelerated program.

Yes. There are Regis College student support specialists who are personally invested in your online learning experience. They will help with administrative tasks, such as registration, and support positive study habits by customizing a degree plan that fits into your lifestyle. You will also have an ABA faculty advisor who is available for professional and educational support while completing the program.

Our program is an Association for Behavior Analysis International (ABAI) Verified Course Sequence (VCS). The Regis ABA curriculum satisfies the coursework requirements for eligibility to take the Board Certified Behavior Analyst® Examination. Applicants may need to meet additional requirements before they can be deemed eligible to take the examination. For more information, visit www.bacb.com.

Our curriculum currently meets the requirement for the BACB® 5th edition task list. The BACB® 5th edition task list incorporates updates to the task list items, increased coursework hours, and modifications to fieldwork requirements. The 5th edition certification exam will be available as of January 1, 2022. More information is available from the BACB® here.

Regis follows all policies within the BACB® Fieldwork Requirements. Currently, all students are responsible for securing an appropriate fieldwork site and individual supervision. Students are typically employed at their site and receive supervision as a part of employment. Master’s students are required to take two practicum courses as a part of the degree requirements. Students in the certificate program (5th Edition) can choose to take the practicum courses, which include up to 32 hours of group supervision across two semesters.

Our practicum coordinator can help you determine which sites in your area are appropriate for hour accrual. The student is ultimately responsible for applying, obtaining, and maintaining employment at the site.

The Regis Online ABA has many benefits, the first being the accelerated coursework. In the ABA program, coursework is intensive and thorough, but remains flexible. In addition to acquiring the necessary knowledge and skills to be successful, students are also completing their degree or certificate faster, which makes a big difference when your goal is to enter the workforce.

Regis Online faculty are knowledgeable in their field and have widely varied training backgrounds. Students in the ABA programs have the opportunity to learn from professors that have been trained across the country and are working in a diverse range of specialties.

We aim to foster a sense of community within the Regis online ABA programs. We offer live session meetings via Zoom so that students can interact with faculty and their classmates on a weekly basis. The ABA program is an open and friendly environment so that students feel supported, connected, and part of the Regis community.

Finally, Regis College was founded in 1927 on the core values of gracious hospitality, love, and service of the Dear Neighbor without distinction, peaceful resolution of conflict, and care for all God’s creation. Those values are a natural fit for our ABA programs and curricula.