Training Opportunities

** The Verified Course Sequence (VCS), managed by the Association for Behavior Analysis, is a system used to identify academic training programs that include all coursework requirements of certification and credentialing bodies. The VCS requirements mirror the BACB’s coursework requirements for BCBA and BCaBA examination eligibility. You can locate additional programs meeting these requirements at  www.abainternational.org/vcs/directory.


University of Kentucky
College of Education
Masters of Science in Applied Behavior Analysis

The Master of Science in Applied Behavior Analysis (MS in ABA) is an on-campus only degree program that will train graduate students to provide behavioral consultation,support, and training to teachers, staff, parents, and individuals with challenging behaviors.

Contact Person: Dr. Sally Shepley, Associate Professor, Co-Director of ABA Program


University of Louisville
College of Education & Human Development
Masters of Education in Applied Behavior Analysis and Autism

The University of Louisville’s Graduate Certificate in Autism and Applied Behavior Analysis provides practitioners with advanced knowledge in autism research and behavioral analytic approaches to skill development and the treatment of challenging behavior. Students receive rigorous academic work within the program’s carefully designed course sequence that is taught by faculty with practical and research experience in autism and applied behavior analysis.

Contact Person: Betty Hampton, Director of Educator Preparation Student Services


Eastern Kentucky University
Online Degree Programs
Masters of Science in Psychology, Applied Behavior Analysis Concentration

EKU offers both an MS in Psychology with an embedded Applied Behavior Analysis verified course sequence and a free standing certificate in ABA for student already holding a master’s degree. Rooted in established, evidence-based practices and principles, our program prepares graduates to pursue careers in the rapidly growing field of applied behavior analysis. Graduates can work in school, residential, or community-based settings and with populations including children, adults, and seniors. These programs meet the educational requirements for students who wish to pursue a career as a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA).

Contact Person: Courtney Spradling, Enrollment Advisor