| Code | Course Name | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Prerequisite: | ||
| EDUU 511 |
Collaboration For Inclusive Schooling for current special education credential (not required for students in the Teaching and Learning program) |
3 |
| Core (18 credits) | ||
| EDUU 600 | Research and Evaluation Methods |
3 |
| EDUU 630 | Leadership and Policy in Special Education |
3 |
| EDUU 631 | Program Development and Organization in Special Education |
3 |
| EDUU 632 | Advanced Assessment and Program Evaluation in Special Education |
3 |
| EDUU 661 | Collaboration in Special Education |
3 |
| EDUU 633 | Special Education Capstone |
3 |
| Emphasis Area Elective Courses |
12-21 |
|
| When applying, students must select one emphasis area from the options below. |
|
|
| Total Credits |
33-42 |
|
MA in Special Education, Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA)
Gain skills to help you advocate for those with disabilities and improve the teaching strategies used to impact their success in the classroom.
Enhance Student Performance with a Master’s in Special Education and focus on Behavior Analysis
Learn to identify social significant behaviors and use behavior intervention to help students improve in the classroom. By pursuing a master’s degree in special education with a concentration in applied behavior, you’ll gain skills for collecting data on behaviors, implementing behavior change procedures and evaluating progress. This MA in Special Education curriculum aligns with the Council for Exceptional Children's Advanced Content Standards and meets the 5th task list coursework requirements for eligibility to take the Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) examination.
As a Master of Arts in Special Education, ABA student, you will:
- Define, measure and assess behavior using evidence-based best practices.
- Explore different strategies for experimental design.
- Explore evidence-based best practices for gathering and evaluating behavioral data.
- Understand factors that influence behavior change.
- Learn appropriate educational technology for addressing and identifying behavioral needs.
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Fall II (Oct 21, 2024)
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Grow professionally by embracing ethical practices and impactful research to support special needs communities.
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Aligned to the highest national standards in leadership, including the International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE), Education Leaders Standards.
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Become a Board-Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) with our nationally recognized ABAI course sequence that meets the 5th task list coursework requirements for eligibility to take the BCBA examination.
University of Massachusetts Global is accredited by the WASC Senior College and University Commission (WSCUC)
The Association for Behavior Analysis International has verified the following courses toward the coursework requirements for eligibility to take the Board Certified Behavior Analyst® or Board Certified Assistant Behavior Analyst® examination. Applicants will need to meet additional eligibility requirements and demonstrate they reside in an authorized country and province [Canada] before they can be deemed eligible to take the examination.
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Compared to a brick and mortar, the professors are more open and I was able to learn better from them. The online community is what kept me going. I think this is the first time in my life that I can say I am proud of myself.
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MA in Special Education, Behavior Analysis
MA in Special Education, Behavior Analysis
I took the Autism classes [through Extended Education] and found the passion of special education, which I really never thought of as an option. I finished the Autism program and enrolled in the Master of Special Education. I have learned to reflect on my teaching and determine if I am reaching all students and on how to better reach any struggling students.
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MA, Special Education
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Admission Requirements
Applicants for this program must complete the formal application process with all required documents, which include:
- Completed application
- 2.75 grade point average (GPA)
- Hold a current special education teaching credential or take EDUU 511 Collaboration For Inclusive Schooling
- Resume showing at least part-time employment in a field which uses Applied Behavior Analysis (i.e., education, medicine, social work, occupational or speech therapy)
- Official transcripts from all regionally accredited institutions where baccalaureate and/or post-baccalaureate coursework was completed or attempted
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Only credits from regionally accredited institutions may be accepted in transfer. Failure to report any previous academic work at another college or university may be considered a violation of academic integrity.
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Master of Arts in Special Education Program Curriculum
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Students admitting into the Behavior Analysis emphasis area must be employed at least part-time in a field of employment which uses Applied Behavior Analysis. It is strongly recommended that candidates complete their Behavior Analysis emphasis area courses prior to taking the core courses. ABA courses are taken in sequential order at a maximum of one course per session. See an advisor for more information.
Course List Code Course Name Credits EDUU 692 The Science and Philosophical Underpinnings of Applied Behavior Analysis 3
EDUU 693 The Foundational Concepts and Principles of Applied Behavior Analysis 3
EDUU 694 Using and Analyzing Measurement, Data and Experimental Design in Applied Behavior Analysis 3
EDUU 695 Assessment to Guide and Evaluate Intervention in Applied Behavior Analysis 3
EDUU 696 Selecting and Implementing Interventions for Behavior Change in Applied Behavior Analysis 3
EDUU 697 Program Oversight, Collaboration and Management in Applied Behavior Analysis 3
EDUU 698 Ethical Behavior and the Compliance Code for Applied Behavior Analysis Total Credits 21
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How long does it take to earn an MA in Teaching with a Preliminary Education Specialist, Extensive Support Needs Credential?
To earn the SPED credential portion, you will need to complete 36 credit hours of coursework — 18 introductory block credits (six courses) and 18 content area block credits (six courses), along with 10 or 12 credit hours of internship teaching or student teaching. From there, earning your Master of Arts in Teaching will require an additional nine credit hours (three courses).
The credential can be earned as quickly as 18 to 24 months, with the MAT adding two to four extra months. This timeframe assumes you take two courses per eight-week session, and it may vary depending upon the session in which you start.
Remember, should you choose the UMass Global Internship Pathway, you can begin intern teaching as the teacher of record in a classroom after only four courses. That way you can start earning a salary while finishing your credential and MAT courses.
How does adding a Master of Arts in Teaching benefit me beyond having my bachelor’s degree and this extensive support needs special education teaching credential?
- Expertise — You’ll expand your skills as an educator through the additional courses needed to earn your MAT, which all focus on broader issues in education.
- Increased salary potential — Most school districts offer higher pay tiers depending on the level of education.
- Career options — Having a master’s degree expands career options into areas such as curriculum coordinator, department head, assessment director, and various administrative roles.
- Expanded teaching — Should you choose at some point to broaden your teaching from the special education realm, an MAT can allow you to do so, although you may still have to gain subject matter expertise if you move into a completely new area. Still, your MAT would open possibilities teaching at community colleges, doing educational consulting, working at education nonprofits, and other options.