Significant changes to BCBA and BCaBA certification requirements take effect on January 1, 2027. To be reviewed under the current 2022 requirements, your complete application (including payment and all required documents) must be received by December 31, 2026.

To prepare for the transition, explore the 2027 BCBA and BCaBA Requirements, the Guidance for Meeting the BCBA and BCaBA Requirements During the 2027 Transition, the updated BCBA and BCaBA Handbooks, and the podcast episode Understanding the Updates to the 2027 BCBA and BCaBA Requirements.