Program Overview

The Master of Applied Psychology – Applied Behavior Analysis (MAP-ABA) track program is offered as a collaboration between the Graduate Psychology program at Rutgers–Camden and the Graduate School of Applied and Professional Psychology (GSAPP) in New Brunswick. Students are enrolled in the MAP program at GSAPP in New Brunswick, but complete all their coursework at Rutgers–Camden. The courses are taught by faculty from both GSAPP and Rutgers–Camden.  Additionally, students will undergo clinical training through supervised placements in South Jersey.

Curriculum and Training

The 42-credit MAP-ABA track program at Rutgers-Camden offers a robust foundation in the scientific principles of psychology, training students to become highly skilled behavior analysts. These professionals apply evidence-based behavioral interventions to address the behavioral challenges of individuals in need. Rooted in Rutgers University’s and GSAPP’s mission, the curriculum emphasizes civic and global citizenship, social justice, and cultural diversity, preparing students to become thoughtful and impactful professionals.

Students in our program will receive instruction in foundational knowledge as well as education and training in applied areas of behavior analysis. The foundational knowledge is based on the scientific principles of psychology with emphasis on ABA. The applied emphasis of the program includes opportunities for students to receive training in socially significant areas of behavior analysis, participate in practicum, and integrate their didactic and applied learning experiences. This program prepares graduates to become BCBAs who can independently practice ABA or continue to pursue their doctorate in behavior analysis.

For a sample course schedule, please view it here.

A Quality Program

The Association for Behavior Analysis International has verified our courses toward the coursework requirements for eligibility to take the Board Certified Behavior Analyst® examination. Applicants will need to meet additional requirements before they can be deemed eligible to take the examination.

Our courses are based on the Behavior Analyst Certification Board’s Fifth Edition Task List. Our faculty diligently prepare students for the BCBA exam through classroom learning and relevant fieldwork assignments. The recent pass rate of the exam for Rutgers’ first-time test takers are as follows: 2021 – 54% | 2020 – 93% | 2019 – 80% | 2018 – 93% | 2017 – 82% | 2016 – 81%.

It is important to note that “Pass Rate” is only one indication of the value of a program, and that other variables do impact test scores/pass rate beyond University programming. Proper supervisory experience increases the likelihood of passing the BCBA exam. Many of our students work and gain experience at Rutgers-affiliated programs as well as off-site organizations.