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Online Master of Science in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA)
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Our online ABA program prepares students to develop a deep understanding of behavior analysis and the modern techniques used to recognize, assess, and treat human behaviors. Our ABAI-verified course sequence and rigorous curriculum works: online and on-campus students in the program had an 84% BCBA exam pass rate in 2020—18% higher than the national pass rate.¹
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Online Master of Arts in Clinical Psychology
Enrich the Lives of Individuals, Couples, and Families
Our online Master of Arts in Clinical Psychology program is designed for students who want to serve individuals, couples, and families as a counselor or marriage and family therapist. Graduates will be prepared to pursue licensure as a licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT) or a licensed professional clinical counselor (LPC) upon graduation.
This program features hands-on clinical training in or near your own community and can be completed in 24–36 months.
Online Master of Arts in Psychology
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Our Master of Arts in Psychology program is designed for students who want to gain a thorough understanding of human behavior and psychological principles. Students are prepared to take the next step in a human services field, advance in a related field, or pursue doctoral study in psychology.
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