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Saint Louis University

Ripley Fieldwork Tracker is used by BCBA trainees and supervisors at Saint Louis University, which offers a graduate degree in Applied Behavior Analysis, based in St. Louis, MO. Here is the program at a glance, what fieldwork looks like in Missouri, and how trainees track their hours.

Reviewed by the Ripley team · Updated July 15, 2026

Key facts at a glance

  • Program: M.S. in Applied Behavior Analysis
  • Credential type: Graduate ABA degree
  • Location: St. Louis, MO
  • Delivery: Hybrid (online + on-campus)
  • Length: 36 credit hours, about 24 months
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The ABA program at Saint Louis University

Saint Louis University offers a graduate degree in Applied Behavior Analysis, the M.S. in Applied Behavior Analysis, in St. Louis, MO, delivered hybrid. The program is 36 credit hours and typically takes about 24 months to complete. Note: clinical track 36 credits (also online); research track 39 credits.

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ABA in Missouri

Missouri licenses behavior analysts: practicing there requires the Licensed Behavior Analyst (LBA), issued by the MO Behavior Analyst Advisory Board, 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: 1,018 registered Ripley users are in Missouri, tracking fieldwork at clinics, schools, and universities across the state.

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BCBA fieldwork requirements

After the coursework (the M.S. in Applied Behavior Analysis), 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.

How Ripley helps Saint Louis 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.

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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.

Frequently asked questions

Does Saint Louis University have a BCBA program?

Yes. Saint Louis University offers a graduate degree in Applied Behavior Analysis, based in St. Louis, MO (the M.S. in Applied Behavior Analysis), a 36-credit program. It prepares graduates to pursue Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) certification, which also requires supervised fieldwork and passing the BACB exam.

Is the Saint Louis University ABA program online?

Partially. Saint Louis University delivers the M.S. in Applied Behavior Analysis in a hybrid format that combines online coursework with on-campus components in St. Louis, MO.

Do behavior analysts need a license in Missouri?

Missouri licenses behavior analysts: practicing there requires the Licensed Behavior Analyst (LBA), issued by the MO Behavior Analyst Advisory Board, in addition to BCBA certification. Verified against board and BACB resources July 15, 2026.

Can Saint Louis University students track their fieldwork hours with Ripley for free?

Yes. Ripley Fieldwork Tracker is free for supervisees and supervisors. It logs every BACB fieldwork category, checks each month's requirements, and generates pre-filled Monthly Verification Form PDFs.