Master of Science - MS in Applied Behavior Analysis Florida institute of technology

The M.S. in Applied Behavior Analysis program at Florida Institute of Technology focuses on understanding and improving human behavior. The program employs a comprehensive approach, providing students with foundational knowledge and hands-on experiences. The Advanced Applied Behavior Analysis sequence trains students to use measurement, assessment, intervention, ethics, and research methods in their practice. It aims to produce competent behavior analyst practitioners and researchers through intensive coursework and practicum experiences. The program prepares students to take national and international certification exams, offering them the skills needed for a career in various sectors including mental health, education, business, and government. A unique feature of the program is its emphasis on addressing issues of diversity and cultural competence.

The Florida Institute of Technology, known as Florida Tech or FIT, is a private research university in Melbourne, Florida. Founded in 1958 to support the U.S. space program, it is renowned for its engineering and science programs. The university offers a diverse range of disciplines across four academic colleges: Engineering & Science, Aeronautics, Psychology & Liberal Arts, and Business, with engineering and sciences attracting the majority of its students. Florida Tech's 130-acre campus is proximate to the Melbourne Orlando International Airport and Patrick Space Force Base, enriching its research and educational opportunities. The university, with a current endowment of $85.7 million, upholds a motto symbolizing its commitment to science and exploration: "Ad Astra Per Scientiam" or "To the stars through science." It has a vibrant campus life, underscored by its red and silver colors, the "Panthers" nickname, and its mascot, Pete the Panther. Florida Tech participates in NCAA Division II sports within the Sunshine State Conference and the Gulf South Conference. Its academic excellence is reflected in its classification among "R2: Doctoral Universities – High research activity."