California State University, Stanislaus
Department of Psychology and Child Development
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Undergraduate Programs:
Psychology (BA)
Child Development (BA)

Graduate Programs:
Psychology (MA)
Behavior Analysis (MS)
Counseling (MS)







Behavior Analysis (MS)

Practica, Certification and Licensure

Practica

Practicum guidelines follow those of the State of California for a MFT certified program. Graduate students receive weekly supervision both at their practicum site and on campus. Students must complete 150 hours of direct client contact over two semesters. ) In addition, some students are able to complete some or all of the supervised hours during practica and other applied experiences that are also required for BCBA certification.

Some selected practicum sites:

  • Behavioral Intervention Services (BIS)
  • Sierra Vista Children's Center
  • Stanislaus County Department of Mental Health
  • Center for Human Services
  • Delta Project (Services for DD children & adults)

Certification

Course content of the M.S. Psychology Program in Behavior Analysis meets the educational requirements portion of the process to become a Board Certified Behavior Analyst.

Licensure

The M.S. Psychology Program in Behavior Analysis is accredited by the California Board of Behavioral Sciences and meets the course and practica requirements for pre-licensure (MFT Intern). Successful graduates are qualified to pursue licensure for the California Marriage and Family Therapist license (MFT).