Our faculty’s expertise in behavior analysis will assist you in advancing your knowledge and skills.
Dacia M. McCoy, Ph.D., is an Associate Professor – Educator and Coordinator of the MS in Behavior Analysis Distance Learning Program at the University of Cincinnati. She has a background in education and school psychology and is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst at the doctoral level (BCBA-D). She has peer-reviewed publications and presented at international, national, and regional conferences on evidenced-based interventions to support students, educators, and caregivers. She is also active in professional organizations including the Association for Behavior Analysis International and the Ohio Association for Behavior Analysis. Additionally, Dr. McCoy is dedicated to implementing and disseminating best-practices in high-quality course delivery with a focus on online learning environments.
James A. Hawkins, Ph.D., is an Associate Professor and Coordinator of the MEd in Behavior Analysis Distance Learning Program at the University of Cincinnati. Prior to coming to UC, he worked as a school psychologist in public school settings for ten years. In this role, he worked to develop and implement behavioral interventions to support the needs of students, including those with disabilities. Dr. Hawkins earned his Ph.D. in School Psychology from the University of Tennessee in 2004. He has conducted and published research evaluating the effectiveness of various individual and class wide academic and behavioral interventions. Dr. Hawkins also worked at the University of Tennessee in the Office of Disability Services and for 21st Century Program at the University of Michigan.
Dr. Nicholas Lindgren is an assistant professor in the Behavior Analysis Program at the University of Cincinnati. He is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) and a Licensed Behavior Analyst (LBA) in the state of Utah. His research interests include evaluating the effectiveness of skill acquisition programs for young learners with autism, training staff and caregivers to implement behavior analytic interventions, and determining efficacious teaching practices within behavior analysis. His clinical expertise includes providing behavior analytic services and supervision to preschool-aged children with autism and their staff. He has peer-reviewed publications in a variety of behavior analytic journals and has presented at local, regional, and national conferences.
Dr. Katy Wheeler is an assistant professor in the Behavior Analysis Program at the University of Cincinnati. She is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA), a school psychologist, and a certified Parent-Child Interaction Therapist (PCIT). Her clinical and research interests center on evidence-based practices for individuals with autism and related developmental disabilities across the lifespan, with an emphasis on interdisciplinary collaboration, particularly in school-based practices, trauma-informed care, and support across developmental stages. She has various peer-reviewed publications and presentations at international, national, and regional conferences related to her clinical and research interests.
Yes. The vast majority of our students work throughout their time in their academic program. It is important to assess course load and financial aid to understand how to balance school and work.
If possible, students may cut down on their work hours during a clinical portion of a program.
No. your degree will be conferred by the University of Cincinnati, which will also be reflected on your transcripts and degree.
You do not. Classes are asynchronous. You can log on anytime 24/7 to complete your coursework.
To enhance your experience and learning, many of our instructors offer online office hours held at a predetermined date and time.
(There are a few exceptions to the asynchronous components, please view program FAQs for more information)
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