Applied Behavior Analysis

Unique Features

Program Experience

Northeastern's experience-powered learning model has been at the heart of the university for more than a century. It combines world-class academics with professional practice, allowing you to acquire relevant, real-world skills you can immediately put into action in your current workplace. Your Northeastern education can be a dynamic, transformative experience, giving you countless opportunities to grow as a professional and person.

Students may enroll in elective practicum courses to gain experience in the field under the supervision of Northeastern faculty. These courses are designed to meet the requirements set forth by the BCBA for Concentrated Supervised Fieldwork. Faculty supervisors bring a rich array of practical experience in public and private settings. Students enrolled in practicum courses meet twice weekly with their assigned faculty supervisors in group and individual formats. Students who meet the stated requirements in all four practicum courses complete 100% of the fieldwork needed to sit for the BCBA examination. Students who are already employed in a behavior analytic role may be eligible to complete their fieldwork in their current professional setting. Other students may gain assistance from Northeastern faculty in identifying practical settings for fieldwork.

Career Outlook

• BCBAs or behavior analysts are predicated to experience 22% job growth through 2029.

• The average BCBA salary in 2022 was almost $75k, with top earners making more than $100k.