University ABA program
Pacific Lutheran University
Ripley Fieldwork Tracker is used by BCBA trainees and supervisors at Pacific Lutheran University, which offers a graduate degree in Applied Behavior Analysis, based in Tacoma, WA. Here is the program at a glance, what fieldwork looks like in Washington, and how trainees track their hours.
Reviewed by the Ripley team · Updated July 15, 2026
Key facts at a glance
- Program: M.Ed. (Applied Behavior Analysis concentration)
- Credential type: Graduate ABA degree
- Location: Tacoma, WA
- Delivery: Hybrid (online + on-campus)
- Length: 36 credit hours, about 16 months
The ABA program at Pacific Lutheran University
Pacific Lutheran University offers a graduate degree in Applied Behavior Analysis, the M.Ed. (Applied Behavior Analysis concentration), in Tacoma, WA, delivered hybrid. The program is 36 credit hours and typically takes about 16 months to complete. Note: Post-master's BCBA course sequence; requires a completed master's degree.
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ABA in Washington
Washington licenses behavior analysts: practicing there requires the Licensed Behavior Analyst (LBA), issued by the WA State Department of Health, in addition to BCBA certification. Verified against board and BACB resources July 15, 2026. See the board's licensure page.
Ripley is well worn-in here: 828 registered Ripley users are in Washington, tracking fieldwork at clinics, schools, and universities across the state.
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BCBA fieldwork requirements
After the coursework (the M.Ed. (Applied Behavior Analysis concentration)), BCBA certification requires supervised fieldwork: 2,000 hours of Supervised Fieldwork or 1,500 hours of Concentrated Supervised Fieldwork, with at least 60% unrestricted activity inside a 5-year window. The monthly range is 20 to 130 hours under pre-2027 rules and 20 to 160 for applications on or after January 1, 2027.
- The complete BCBA fieldwork requirements: totals, monthly limits, supervision, and the 2027 changes.
- Free fieldwork hours calculator: project your completion date and required monthly pace.
- Restricted vs unrestricted hours (the 60% rule).
- The Monthly Verification Form, explained.
How Ripley helps Pacific Lutheran University trainees
Ripley Fieldwork Tracker logs every BACB fieldwork category, tracks each month against the BACB minimums so nothing slips, and turns your records into pre-filled Monthly Verification Form PDFs. It is free for supervisees and supervisors.
Program sources and review date
Program details were reviewed on July 15, 2026against the university's official program page and catalog. Confirm admissions, delivery, tuition, and curriculum details with the university before applying.