Category: News

BACB Board of Directors Election Results

We are pleased to announce the results of our recent Board of Directors election. Berenice de la Cruz, BCBA-D, was elected to serve a three-year term on the Board. We offer our congratulations to our newly elected Director, and extend our gratitude to all of the candidates for running. Thank you to all of the certificants who participated in this important election.

We also congratulate and thank Sarah Richling, BCBA-D, who was appointed by the Board to serve a second term.

Understanding Supervised Fieldwork: New Inside the BACB Podcast Episode and BACB Blog Post

Want to learn more about fieldwork requirements? Two new BACB resources are now available to support supervisors and trainees: Making Sense of Fieldwork, a new Inside the BACB podcast episode, and Fieldwork: Getting It Right, the latest BACB Blog post.

Together, these resources clarify supervised fieldwork requirements, including unrestricted hours, supervision, and why fieldwork is so important. If you’re looking for clear, practical guidance to help you move forward with confidence, this podcast and blog pairing is a great place to start.

Now Available: Fieldwork Self-Assessment

The Fieldwork Self-Assessment is now available to support trainees who are preparing for or currently completing supervised fieldwork. This interactive resource is designed to support understanding of the fieldwork requirements and identify areas for further review.

You can take the assessment multiple times, and the questions may change with each attempt, making it a useful resource throughout your fieldwork experience. Whether you are getting ready to start supervised fieldwork or already in the process, the Fieldwork Self-Assessment is a helpful place to begin.

The December 2025 BACB Newsletter Is Now Available

The December 2025 BACB Newsletter is now available! This issue features important updates for RBTs, BCBAs, BCaBAs, trainees, supervisors, and educators. Highlights include findings from an RBT exit survey, changes to 2026 and 2027 certification requirements, and guidance on licensure laws. You’ll also find new data showing continued job growth across the profession and tips for reporting falsified credentials.

This edition introduces the BACB Resource Corner—a new section that showcases resources to support your ongoing success. Take a moment to read the newsletter to stay informed and prepared.

Updates to RBT and ACE Provider Requirements

Take a moment to review the following updates for the upcoming RBT and ACE Provider requirements changes.

Upcoming 2026 RBT Changes: Review the Guidance for Meeting RBT Requirements During the 2026 Transition for important information on how these updates may affect you. We’ve also published the RBT Professional Development: In-Service Training Requirements and released an updated RBT Handbook to reflect the new requirements and examination launching in 2026.

ACE Provider Requirements and Handbook Updates: We’ve revised the ACE Provider requirements in the new ACE Provider Handbook: Effective July 1, 2026. Changes that go into effect immediately have been updated in the current ACE Provider Handbook. See the Upcoming Changes to ACE Provider Requirements for a summary of all the changes and when they go into effect. Review the updated ACE Providers web page for additional information.

Now Available: March 2025 Newsletter

Updated on 4/8/2025

The March 2025 Newsletter is now available! This issue includes important updates on changes to the 2027 BCBA and BCaBA coursework and CEU requirements, answers to frequently asked questions about the RBT Criminal Background Check and Abuse Registry Check, and updates to the Multiple Certifications Policy. Stay informed—take a moment to check it out.

In our latest Inside the BACB podcast episode, CEO Dr. Jim Carr provides additional context about the recent changes and the reasons behind them.