Applied Behavioral Analysis
Certificates
Certificate
College
College of EducationGraduate Coordinator
Dr. Hallie Smithhms238@msstate.edu
Overview
The applied behavior analysis (ABA) programs at Mississippi State University (MSU) are designed to provide education, training, and experience to students with the goal of preparing them for practice in real-world settings. Student’s will take courses that map on to the 5th edition of the Behavior Analyst Certification Board (BACB) task list. Completion of the certificate program leads to certification as a BCBA. BCBA’s are commonly employed in private practices, hospitals, clinics, and schools. To learn more about the ABA Program, check their website.
Requirements
Submit an online application. You will choose Certificate/Applied Behavior Analysis as your program of interest and Online Education as the campus. Statement of purpose describing your interest in the degree program and career goals. Email contact information for 3 references; they will be prompted to submit electronic letters of reference. Resume/Curriculum Vitae (CV) that includes prior education and employment experiences. One official transcript showing bachelor’s degree or progress toward degree. (For international students, please submit a copy in native language along with translated copies, if appropriate.) One official transcript showing ALL work after bachelor’s degree. (For international students, please submit a copy in native language along with translated copies, if appropriate.)
