NEW DOCTORATE/BCBA REVIEW OPTION TO QUALIFY FOR BCBA CERTIFICATION
The BACB is committed to offering quality certification in the field of applied behavior analysis. From the beginning of the BACB’s certification activities, the BACB has offered alternatives to the traditional coursework-experience eligibility requirements to qualify individuals to take its examinations. For example, many of you may be familiar with the College-Teaching option for eligibility. We are very pleased to announce the availability of one more option individuals may use to qualify for the BCBA examination – the Doctorate/BCBA Review Option.

The Doctorate/BCBA Review Option is a combination of three key elements. First, the applicant must have a doctoral degree in an acceptable field, such as applied behavior analysis, psychology, education or another related field (as approved by the BACB). Second, the applicant must have ten years of post doctoral experience in applied behavior analysis. Third, a minimum of three BCBAs must sign off on a review of the applicant, affirming the

applicant’s experience, knowledge of the field and integrity to practice in accordance with the Third Edition Task List and BACB standards. If three BCBA’s are not available to sign a review of the applicant, then the applicant should contact the BACB to discuss potential alternative reviewers.

Of course, as with all other pathways, the Doctorate/BCBA Review Option applicant will be required to take and pass the BCBA examination for certification. Once sufficient numbers of candidates have qualified under this option, we will assess their examination performance data and will then make a determination as to whether to continue or discontinue this option for eligibility in the future. In the meantime, get the word out to your colleagues you believe might meet the above requirements; they may now be able to qualify for the BACB examination!

For more information about the Doctoral Pathway option or to download an application, go to www.bacb.com. You will need to download the standard BCBA application. All the requirements and forms are included in the application document.