Pepperdine Psychology Master’s Programs | Online
Pepperdine Psychology Master’s Programs | Online
Pepperdine Psychology Master’s Programs | Online

The online Master of Arts in Psychology program and the online Master of Science in Applied Behavior Analysis program provide the practical skills and clinical experience you need to advance your career and enrich the lives around you.The online Master of Arts in Psychology program and the online Master of Science in Applied Behavior Analysis program provide the practical skills and clinical experience you need to advance your career and enrich the lives around you.Prepare for a rewarding career as a licensed professional counselor (LPC) with Pepperdine University’s diverse and collaborative community.

  • MA in Psychology (MAP)—Apply your new understanding of human behavior and psychological principles to pursue doctoral study or advance your career in psychology—graduate in as few as 18 months.
  • MS in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA)—Gain a thorough understanding of ABA techniques to help adults and children with disabilities—graduate in as few as 15 to 21 months.
  • Pursue Your Purpose—You’re not just after a career; you’re after a calling. Pursue purposeful work in one of our online psychology programs.

The Pepperdine Difference

50+

Years of serving the greater good

Ranked Top 50

Best National Universities by U.S. News & World Report1

84% Pass Rate

Pepperdine’s BCBA® exam pass rate is 18% higher than the national pass rate.2

Earn a Values-Based Psychology Education from Pepperdine University

The online Master of Arts in Psychology program will give you a broad understanding of human behavior and the fundamental principles of psychology. The program will expose you to essential psychological theory and practice through online classes and course work. You will graduate prepared to pursue doctoral study, enter the human services field, or advance in a related field.

  • Experience the same curriculum as our on-campus students.
  • Attend face-to-face classes and complete insightful online course work.
  • Train with purpose-driven Pepperdine faculty. 

The online Master of Science in Applied Behavior Analysis program will help you develop a deep understanding of applied behavior analysis and the modern techniques used to recognize, assess, and improve socially significant behaviors. The program curriculum features concepts and principles of ABA, assessment procedures, and applications of ABA for behavior change. You will be prepared to pursue certification as a board certified behavior analyst (BCBA).     

Take the next step toward pursuing a career rooted in purpose, service, and leadership.

12022 Best National University Rankings. Retrieved from U.S. News & World Report Oct. 15, 2021.arrow_upwardReturn to footnote reference

2BCBA Examination Pass Rates for Verified Course Sequences (2021). Behavior Analyst Certification Board. BACB Annual Data Report (2020). Behavior Analyst Certification Board.arrow_upwardReturn to footnote reference