Review the
December 2023 BACB Newsletter for details on new RBT requirements and a new RBT examination that will launch in 2026.
What is RBT Certification?
The Registered Behavior Technician® (RBT®) certification is a paraprofessional certification in behavior analysis. RBTs assist in delivering behavior-analytic services and practice under the direction and close supervision of an RBT Supervisor and/or RBT Requirements Coordinator who is responsible for their work.
Video: What is an RBT
How to Obtain and Maintain RBT Certification
Start With the RBT Handbook
Updated September 27, 2024
To get started, review the
RBT Handbook and watch these videos. Other important stops in your journey will include the
RBT Ethics Code (2.0) and the
Recent and Upcoming Changes to BACB Requirements web page. If you have questions, please use the
Contact Us Form.
Video: How to Become an RBT
Video: Maintain Your RBT Certification
Resources for RBTs
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Requirements information
Overview of RBT Requirements
Resource 1
podcast
Learn about RBT certification
Getting to Know the RBT Application and Examination
Resource 2
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Training information
40-Hour Training Packet
Resource 3
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RBT application resource
Initial Competency Assessment Packet
Resource 4
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How the RBT training works
40-Hour Training Fact Sheet
Resource 5
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How initial competency assessment works
Initial Competency Assessment Fact Sheet
Resource 6
blog
How to submit an application
5 Must-Know RBT Application Tips
Resource 7
newsletter
Helpful account information
Creating and Maintaining Your BACB Account
Resource 8
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Training program pass rates
2023 RBT 40-Hour Training Pass Rates
Resource 9
video
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How to Become an RBT
Resource 10
video
Learn about RBT certification
Maintaining Your RBT Certification
Resource 11
document
Learn about RBT certification
RBT Certification Application Attestation
Resource 12
document
Learn about RBT certification
2025 RBT Application Update: Overview and Resources
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