Master of Science
Program Code: MSED-ED
Major Code: ABA

Exceptional Education Department
Ketchum Hall 204
(716) 878-3038
exceptionaleducation.buffalostate.edu/

Professional Licensure: This program leads to a recommendation for NYS certification; please check for certification requirements in all other states

This master’s level program is designed to serve the educational needs of professionals who provide behavioral health treatment for individuals with autism and autism spectrum disorders and related needs. This program consists of a minimum of 33 credits. It is designed to address the essential skills and competencies for professional practitioners in the field of Applied Behavior Analysis. Completion of this program leads to recommendation for New York State Licensure as a Behavior Analyst (LBA) and recommendation as a Board certified Behavior Analysis from the Behavior Analysis Certification Board (BCBA). Candidates must possess an undergraduate degree in psychology, education or other subject areas that address learning and behavioral change.

Admission Requirements

1. Official college transcripts. 
2. Three professional references from individuals who can attest to your potential success in this program (letters are not required).
3. A Statement of Intent. 4. Minimum 3.0 undergraduate or current GPA.

Program Requirements