Registered Behavior Technician® (RBT®)
A paraprofessional in behavior analysis who practices under the close, ongoing supervision of a BCBA, BCaBA, or FL-CBA.
Board Certified Assistant
Behavior Analyst® (BCaBA®)
An undergraduate-level professional in behavior analysis who practices under the supervision of a BCBA or FL-CBA.
Board Certified Behavior Analyst® (BCBA®)
A graduate-level professionals in behavior analysis who is able to practice independently and provide supervision for BCaBAs and RBTs.
RECENT NEWS
The 2022 Transition
The time has finally come! On January 1, all 2022 requirements and changes went into effect. Please review the following changes to your certification or the certification you are working toward:
BCBA Task List (5th ed.)
The BCBA Task List (5th ed.) is in effect, and all BCBA examinations are based on it.
BCBA TASK LISTEligibility Requirements
New requirements to qualify for BCBA certification are in effect.
SEE THE REQUIREMENTSConsulting Supervisor Requirements
The requirements for first-year BCBAs who provide supervision to BCBA or BCaBA trainees accruing fieldwork are in effect.
SEE THE REQUIREMENTSSelf-Reporting Updates
The updated self-reporting process is now available, including a streamlined form, revised handbook section, and instructions
SELF-REPORTING SECTIONBCaBA Task List (5th ed.)
The BCaBA Task List (5th ed.) is in effect, and all BCaBA examinations are based on it.
BCaBA TASK LISTEligibility Requirements
New requirements to qualify for BCaBA certification are in effect.
SEE THE REQUIREMENTSSelf-Reporting Updates
The updated self-reporting process is now available, including a streamlined form, revised handbook section, and instructions
SELF-REPORTING SECTIONSelf-Reporting Updates
The updated self-reporting process is now available, including a streamlined form, revised handbook section, and instructions.
SELF-REPORTING SECTIONHigh Volume of Support Submissions
Call for 2022 BACB Board of Directors Nominations
The BACB is holding nominations for an opening on its Board of Directors for 2022. BCBA/BCBA-D and BCaBA certificants may submit nominations, and self-nomination is permitted. It is preferred that this seat is filled by a professional certified at the BCBA or BCBA-D level.
Nominees must have a demonstrated record of expertise in business operations and organizational leadership. For more information and to submit a nomination, please visit our Call for Nominations web page. Nominations will be accepted until 5 p.m. MST on Tuesday, November 16, 2021.
New Blog: The Life Cycle of BCBA and BCaBA Applications
Have you ever wanted to know more about what to expect after you submit your BCBA or BCaBA application? Now you can. Review our latest blog, The Life Cycle of BCBA and BCaBA Applications, to get a behind-the-scenes look at the beginning, middle, and end of the application process.
