When in-person testing was restricted due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the BACB sought approval from its accrediting body to participate in an exception program that offered flexibility for RBT candidates by permitting remote testing, with the understanding that additional data collection and security measures would be required. Remote testing became available for the RBT certification program on April 15, 2020.
On March 1, 2021, in response to typical examination-security concerns associated with remote testing, the BACB will begin restricting remote testing in select geographic regions as needed. If remote testing does not appear as an option at the time of examination-appointment scheduling, it is due to these restrictions, and in-person testing will still be available. Candidates who have an existing OnVUE appointment scheduled after March 1, 2021, and who are located in restricted regions will receive an email within the first two weeks of March with guidance on how to reschedule their examination appointment at a testing center.
Please visit the Pearson VUE website and our BACB COVID-19 Updates web page for further details and scheduling.
BACB examinations are offered to individuals seeking BACB certification. Before taking a BACB examination, you must first apply to the BACB and provide the requested documentation showing that you have met all eligibility requirements. After receiving authorization for the examination, you may register and pay for your examination through Pearson VUE’s website.
BACB examinations are only available at authorized Pearson VUE testing sites worldwide that meet the security requirements necessary for administration of high-stakes examinations (i.e., Pearson Professional Centers). The BACB currently has authorized the availability of testing sites in 37 countries and evaluates the addition of new sites routinely and by requests made via our contact us form.
The examinations are administered using a computer-based testing (CBT) format by Pearson VUE. Pearson VUE’s website offers:
- a tutorial to become familiar with the CBT format
- information about what to expect at a Pearson VUE testing center
- examination locations and testing centers
RBT
Please refer to the Examination section of the RBT Handbook for comprehensive information about our certification examination, including preparation for the examination, policies and rules, and what to expect after passing the examination.
BCaBA
Please refer to the Examination section of the BCaBA Handbook for comprehensive information about our certification examination, including preparation for the examination, policies and rules, and what to expect after passing the examination.
BCBA
Please refer to the Examination section of the BCBA Handbook for comprehensive information about our certification examination, including preparation for the examination, policies and rules, and what to expect after passing the examination.
Examination Scoring
Examination Accommodations
To request examination accommodations:
- Complete a BACB Examination Accommodation Request Form and combine it with your required documentation into a single PDF.
- Submit the PDF file online through the Submit Accommodations Documentation form using the Accommodations Requests or the Accommodations Questions categories.
After the BACB receives your request and supporting documentation, it will conduct a review of the requested accommodation. This review is typically completed within 10–14 days. If the BACB requests additional documentation, however, the review of your request may take longer.
The BACB is dedicated to complying with all accommodation requirements, including the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, as amended. While the BACB does not offer an official accommodations handbook or guide, we encourage you to refer to the following sources for examples of appropriate supporting documentation for your request:
ADA Revised Title III Regulations
United States Medical Licensing Exam Guidelines for Test Accommodations
ADA National Network Guidelines
Documents
General Examination Information
- Examination Rules
- Examination Terms & Conditions
- Proper Examination Identification
- How to Cancel a BACB Examination Appointment