Applied Behavior Analysis, MS: Career Outlook
Real-World Training for the Role You Want
As more states require licensing to practice as a board-certified behavior analyst, the need for proper training and certification becomes increasingly necessary.1
| Annual nationwide demand for individuals holding BCBA/BCBA-D certification has increased each year since 2010, with a 23% increase from 2021 to 2022.1 |
| There are currently 36 states that license behavior analysts, and 1,345 job postings in 2022 that either required or preferred a license to practice behavior analysis.1 |
Job postings for individuals holding BCBA/BCBA-D certification has risen from 1,040 in 2017 to to 6,438 in 20221 |
Board Certified Behavior analyst:
$80,556/year
As a board-certified behavioral analyst, you will develop treatment plans for patients to improve their behaviors and encourage positive traits. BCBAs work with families, teachers, and other members of health care teams to support patients and analyze their behavior, creating an environment to facilitate progress.3
Clinical director:
$97,671/year
As a clinical director, you will lead and oversee your organization’s staff and clinical operations. Clinical directors ensure the implementation of policies and procedures, assess staff and clients, and build relationships with clients and outside individuals. Individuals in this field often bring an enthusiasm for helping people and building their organizations.4
● Social Worker
● School Psychologist or Counselor
● Life coach / Wellness Coach
● Forensic Profiler
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Program Outcomes: Ready to Make a Difference?
When you complete this program, you'll be able to:
| Deliver effective interventions for individuals with autism and other intellectual and developmental disabilities |
| Serve vulnerable populations by making meaningful changes in socially significant behavior |
| Understand common clinical disorders from a behavioral perspective |
| Work with multidisciplinary teams |
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1. Behavior Analyst Certification Board. (2023). US employment demand for behavior analysts: 2010–2022. Littleton, CO: Author. https://www.bacb.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Lightcast2023_230206-a.pdf
2. “Board Certified Behavior Analyst Salary in United States.” www.indeed.com, Indeed, 21 Sept. 2023, www.indeed.com/career/board-certified-behavior-analyst/salaries.
3. McDonald, Samantha. “What Is a BCBA? | Indeed.com.” Indeed Career Guide, Indeed, 13 Mar. 2023, www.indeed.com/career-advice/finding-a-job/what-is-a-bcba.
4. “How Much Does a Clinical Director/BCBA Make?” Glassdoor, Glassdoor, Inc., 10 Sept. 2023, www.glassdoor.com/Salaries/bcba-clinical-director-salary-SRCH_KO0,22.htm.