Current Application Processing Timelines
Updated MARCH 22, 2023
The BACB processes applications in the order in which they are received. The following dates reflect the date of applications received that we are currently processing.
BCBA/BCaBA Documents Received
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MARCH 20, 2023
For electronically submitted, mailed, or shipped documents for BCBA/BCaBA certification applications
RBT Certification Applications
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processing materials received on
MARCH 20, 2023
For original document and submitted materials related to RBT certification applications
RBT Applications – Resubmitted Documents
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processing materials received on
MARCH 20, 2023
For resubmitted documents related to RBT certification applications, as requested by the BACB
RBT Renewal Applications
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MARCH 21, 2023
For original documents and submitted materials related to the renewal of RBT credentials
Note: The BACB cannot provide guidance on whether a specific degree, set of coursework, or training experience meets our certification requirements outside of a formal review of your application. To determine whether you meet our requirements before submitting your application, please review the relevant certificant handbook and discuss your eligibility status with your supervisor, mentor, or VCS Coordinator.
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Links to Frequently Accessed Resources
RBT Requirements
- RBT Handbook
- Maintaining and Renewing Your RBT Credential
- Requirements to Supervise RBTs
- Name Change Requests: Name change requests must be submitted and can be done through your BACB Account. Once submitted, if you need your name updated in Pearson Vue for an examination please let us know here Contact Us.
BCaBA
- BCaBA Handbook
- New BCaBA Supervision Requirements: Supervisors may list the BCaBA(s) under their supervision via their Gateway account.
- Maintaining BCaBA Certification
