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BCBA Guide
Complete guide to BCBA fieldwork and supervision requirements
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BCaBA certification requirements and ongoing supervision
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Monthly supervision requirements for RBTs
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Understanding BACB requirements and audits
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How many hours are required for BCBA certification?
2,000 hours of supervised fieldwork (or 1,500 concentrated) with at least 5% supervision.
Learn moreWhat is the RBT supervision requirement?
At least 5% of monthly service hours supervised, with minimum 2 face-to-face contacts per month.
Learn moreWhat is a supervision attestation?
A monthly signed document verifying supervision occurred as required by the BACB.
Learn moreCertification Comparison
| Aspect | BCBA | BCaBA | RBT |
|---|---|---|---|
| Education | Master's | Bachelor's | High School |
| Fieldwork Hours | 2,000 | 1,300 | 40 (initial) |
| Ongoing Supervision | None after cert | Required | 5% monthly |
| Can Supervise | All levels | RBTs only | No |
Education
BCBA
Master's
BCaBA
Bachelor's
RBT
High School
Fieldwork Hours
BCBA
2,000
BCaBA
1,300
RBT
40 (initial)
Ongoing Supervision
BCBA
None after cert
BCaBA
Required
RBT
5% monthly
Can Supervise
BCBA
All levels
BCaBA
RBTs only
RBT
No
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