Drake ABA Program Accepting Applications for Fall 2022

To help meet the growing need for behavior analysts across Iowa, Drake University launched a Master of Science in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) program in 2017. The program is now in its fifth year and is currently recruiting students to join the Fall 2022 cohort.

The ABA program prepares students for careers working with children and adults, including individuals with autism spectrum disorder and other intellectual and developmental disabilities. Coursework and supervised practicum experiences include opportunities for students to assess and treat severe problem behavior, develop and implement programming to teach communication, social, academic, independent-living, and vocational skills, supervise and train school personnel and caregivers, and collaborate with colleagues and other professionals. Individuals who are employed with ABA providers can complete their practicum hours at their places of employment with Drake support. More information can be found on the program website.

The Iowa Department of Public Health currently has funds available to help support students who are attending school to become BCBAs. Interested individuals can obtain more information regarding grant opportunities by going to the Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA/BCaBA) Grants website.

Additionally, Drake’s ABA program will be hosting a Virtual Open House on Oct. 20 at 6:00 p.m. This will be a great time to connect with faculty and current Drake students and to ask questions about the opportunities Drake’s ABA program has to offer. Registration for the open house can be found at this invitation link.

Drake will begin reviewing applications in January with interviews scheduled for Feb. 12. Applications will also be accepted throughout the summer of 2022. Any questions, please email Maria Valdovinos.