The Master of Science in Applied Behavior Analysis (M.S. in ABA) is intended to meet a growing need for behavior analysts in the state and region. The intent of the program is to prepare individuals to sit for the Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) examination. Over the past three years, the demand for BCBAs nationally has doubled with over 85% of all BCBAs working in healthcare, educational services, and social assistance. Individuals with this degree and certification are in high demand to serve as applied behavior analysts, mental health clinicians or therapists, and school psychologists. The primary pool of potential candidates for this program will be individuals with undergraduate degrees in education, special education, psychology, nursing, counseling, social work, and other related fields.