Program Description

The 1-year, 33-hour fast-track Master's in Applied Behavioral Studies (ABS) has a twofold purpose: The program uniquely prepares professionals for careers in community and social services to support and improve the lives of people in business and the community in settings such as mental health facilities, government, business & industry, and organizational contexts. This program has been approved by the Oklahoma Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services and the Oklahoma Health Care Authority to meet educational requirements to become a Certified Behavioral Health Case Manager. In addition, the master’s serves as a prerequisite for those interested in pursuing a clinical career in the allied health field as a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC). See Professional Counseling (i.e., this 33-credit hour program, plus five more courses) for this credential.

Examples of those who might be interested in this degree would include workers in mental health, human development, consulting, teaching, adult learning, human resources, training & development, human services, and student personnel and as preparation for becoming a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC).

Admission Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree with cumulative GPA of 3.0

IELTS Requirements

Listening	Reading	Writing	Speaking	Overall
6	6	6	6	6.5

Remarks:

• I20(Visa Letter) can be obtained only after submitting a bank statement with a balance of USD $27,189.
• Yearly tuition fee is given.
• Total 33 credit program.