Education Specialist in Teaching and Leading – Autism & Applied Behavior Analysis Online
This accredited online Ed.S. program helps broaden your skill sets and qualifies you for leading positions educating children with developmental disabilities and behavioral challenges in schools, institutions, community agencies, or independent practice.
Program Overview
Why consider NKU’s online autism & applied behavior analysis Ed.S. program
Deepen your expertise and influence change in a high-demand field with the Education Specialist in Teaching and Leading – Autism & Applied Behavior Analysis online program from Northern Kentucky University. Our curriculum also provides a verified course sequence toward becoming a Board Certified Behavior Analyst.
From 2008 to 2012, Kentucky public schools saw a 72% increase in the number of students ages 6-21 with autism. This 100% online Ed.S. program is designed to broaden your skills in working with these children. However, obtaining a BCBA credential also enables you to fill roles outside the public school system—in institutions, community agencies, as an independent practitioner, and more. It also provides a pathway to a Rank 1 designation on your Kentucky teaching certificate.
In this accredited autism Ed.S. teaching program, you will:
- Prepare to gain the credentials you need to work in schools, institutions, community agencies, or independent practice
- Gain a working understanding of theoretical perspectives, measurement systems, ecological inventories, functional behavior assessment, and positive and proactive behavior intervention plans
- Learn from real-life scenarios and think critically about ways to drive innovation in school districts and regional, state, and federal education agencies
- Learn from the same experienced faculty who teach on campus
- Prepare to gain the credentials you need to work in schools, institutions, community agencies, or independent practice
- Gain a working understanding of theoretical perspectives, measurement systems, ecological inventories, functional behavior assessment, and positive and proactive behavior intervention plans
- Learn from real-life scenarios and think critically about ways to drive innovation in school districts and regional, state, and federal education agencies
- Learn from the same experienced faculty who teach on campus
As a graduate of this online program, you will have the tools and knowledge you need for advanced educational roles, including:
- Behavioral Specialist
- Department Head
- Independent Practitioner
- Behavioral Specialist
- Department Head
- Independent Practitioner
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Accreditation
The Northern Kentucky University College of Education is accredited by the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP).
Tuition
Find out how and when to pay your tuition
Our affordable Ed.S. in Teaching and Leading – Autism & Applied Behavior Analysis online program offers the same pay-by-the-course tuition to all in-state and out-of-state students.
| Program | Per Credit Hour | Required Fees | Total Program with Fees |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ed.S. in Teaching and Leading – Autism | $412 | $528 | $14,124 |
Tuition and fees subject to change at any time.
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Calendar
Discover the milestones to guide your student journey
The Ed.S. in Teaching and Leading – Autism & Applied Behavior Analysis online program is convenient and flexible, featuring six start dates on an accelerated course schedule. View the calendar to find the best start date for you and be sure to note all corresponding deadlines.
| Session | Program Start Date | Application Deadline | Document Deadline | Registration Deadline | Payment Due |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fall 2 | 10/16/24 | 10/3/24 | 10/8/24 | 10/11/24 | 10/16/24 |
| Spring 1 | 1/13/25 | 1/3/25 | 1/7/25 | 1/10/25 | 1/13/25 |
| Spring 2 | 3/17/25 | 3/5/25 | 3/10/25 | 3/14/25 | 3/17/25 |
| Summer 1 | 5/12/25 | 4/30/25 | 5/5/25 | 5/9/25 | 5/12/25 |
| Summer 2 | 6/30/25 | 6/18/25 | 6/23/25 | 6/27/25 | 6/30/25 |
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Admissions
What you need to know about our autism & applied behavior analysis Ed.S. online program
The Ed.S. in Teaching and Leading – Autism & Applied Behavior Analysis online program has a streamlined admission process to help you get started right away.
Admission Requirements:
- Official transcripts of all coursework from accredited institutions
- Teaching certificate or out-of-state equivalent
- 3.0 GPA or higher in all master's-level coursework
Ed.S. in Teaching and Leading – Autism & Applied Behavior Analysis Online Admission Requirements
- Complete online application for admission
- Pay $40 non-refundable application fee
- If you are an NKU alum or active/veteran military member, your application fee will be waived
- Official transcripts of all undergraduate and graduate coursework from accredited institution(s). One transcript must show successful completion of a master's degree in education or in the content area of the applicant's teaching certificate.
- Minimum 3.0 GPA in master's-level coursework
- Teaching Certificate: Submit a copy of current teaching certificate showing certification at the Rank 2 level or out-of-state equivalent. New teachers in Kentucky may submit a Kentucky Statement of Eligibility.
- Supplemental application
Official documents may be mailed or emailed to:
NKU Office of Graduate Education
302 Lucas Administrative Center
Highland Heights, KY 41099
Have a question? Call us at 800-985-7215.
Courses
Read about our autism & applied behavior analysis online classes
For the Ed.S. in Teaching and Leading – Autism & Applied Behavior Analysis online, the curriculum is comprised of 11 courses covering 33 credit hours, which include 15 core hours and 18 hours of concentration through the Behavior Analyst Certification Board, Inc.
