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- Option 1. This option involves completion of 10 9 courses plus 2 3 practical experiences leading to the M.Ed. degree and can be completed in 12 months of full-time study.
- Option 2. This option (M.Ed. with Report option) is identical to Option 1 but the student may complete a research report that will consist of a systematic review of the literature pertaining to a topic of interest. Option 3 2 will be available contingent on the availability of s a supervising faculty member.
- Option 3. Students who select Option 3 will pursue a research-based Master of Arts (M.A.) degree including courses, practical experiences, and a research thesis. In most cases, the thesis research will involve an applied intervention study. The M.A. option is intended to provide advanced training in applied intervention research. Option 3 will be available contingent on the availability of s a supervising faculty member.
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A minimum of 36 hours of course work is required for the M.Ed. in A&DD. Required coursework for each program track is as follows:
Semester | AUTISM AND DEVELOPMENT DISABILITIES | Option 1 M.Ed. | Option 2 M.Ed. with Report | Option 3 M.A. |
Fall | SED 380: Cultural & Linguistic Diversity | 3 hours | 3 hours | 3 hours |
SED 388: Teaching Individuals with Autism & Development Disabilities | 3 hours | 3 hours | 3 hours | |
SED 394: Practicum in SED - Professional & Ethical Practice | 3 hours | 3 hours | 3 hours | |
SED 388: Challenging Behavior & Developmental Disabilities | 3 hours | 3 hours | 3 hours | |
Spring | SED 388: Advances in Understanding/Treatment of Autism | 3 hours | 3 hours | 3 hours |
SED 396: Single Subject Design | 3 hours | 3 hours | 3 hours | |
SED 384: Communication Intervention | 3 hours | 3 hours | 3 hours | |
SED 388: Practicum in SED - Severe & Multiple Disabilities | 3 hours | 3 hours | 3 hours | |
Summer | SED |
f388: Practicum in SED - Professional Development in ABA (Online) | 3 hours | 3 hours | 3 hours |
SED |
f388: Theoretical Framework in ABA (Online) | 3 hours | 3 hours | 3 hours |
SED |
s386: Positive Behavior Supports and Classroom Management (Online) | 3 hours | 3 hours | 3 hours |
SED |
s388: Advanced Concepts in ABA (Online) | 3 hours | 3 hours | 3 hours |
Fall | M.Ed. Report Option: SED 398R: Report |
writing Research-based course (chosen in consultation with adviser M. |
A. with Thesis Option SED 698 A: |
Thesis Research-based course (chosen in consultation with adviser) | NA | 9 hours | 9 hours |
Spring | M.A. |
with Thesis Option SED 698 A: Thesis Research-based course (chosen in consultation with adviser) | NA |
NA | 9 hours |
Total Required Hours | 36 hours |
45 Hours |
54 Hours |
Description of Courses
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Note: Courses marked with ** are approved as part of our BACB course sequence under the 5th Task List.
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The program in Autism & Developmental Disabilities includes BACB-approved coursework that meets the requirements under the 5th Task List. Students who complete this program of work will take all necessary coursework for the BCBA exam. The practicum courses will allow students to begin accruing supervised experience hours also required to take the exam.
For students who may wish to explore licensing in other states, please note that our course sequence is in line with Texas licensing: https://www.bacb.com/u-s-licensure-of-behavior-analysts/
For questions regarding Board Certified Behavior Analyst certification, contact:
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