Program Overview
The Counseling - Applied Behavior Analysis at Salem State University is a MSc programme in Psychology, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of psychology. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Counseling - Applied Behavior Analysis programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United States and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 5.5
- Tuition: USD 490 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 400 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
- Location: Salem, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Counseling - Applied Behavior Analysis programme are prepared for diverse careers in psychology:
- Clinical Psychologist
- Organisational Psychologist
- Researcher
- Counsellor
- Human Resources Specialist
- Behaviour Analyst
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Behavioral and Cognitive Behavioral Therapies
- Principles of Psychological Testing
- Human Development Across the Lifespan
- Behavioral Principles of Learning
- Applied Behavior Analysis I
- Applied Behavior Analysis II
- Behavioral Assessment
- Small N Research Design & Analysis
- Legal, Ethical, and Professional Issues in Applied Behavioral Analysis
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
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- $50\xc2\xa0non-refundable application fee \n
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- Official transcript or transcript evaluation \n
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- Three\xc2\xa0references \n
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- Official copy of scores from either the\nGraduate Record Examination (GRE) or Miller Analogies Test (MAT) taken\nwithin the last five years.\xc2\xa0Those who already hold a master\'s degree\nor higher are exempt from this requirement.\xc2\xa0Review complete testing\ninformation. \n
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- Passing scores on the Communication and\nLiteracy MTEL, both the reading and writing subtest \n
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- A course in general psychology or the\nequivalent \n
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- 18 hours of study in the field of psychology\nand/or the behavioral sciences, including \n
English Proficiency: IELTS 5.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 490 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 400 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 490 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 400 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 5.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Salem State University directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About Salem State University
Salem State University
Salem, United States
Salem State University is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields. The...
University Profile- Start Date 2018-01-08
- Language English
- Duration 2 year(s)