In this must-listen episode of EveryDay ABA, hosts Paola (BCBA), Leslie and Brittanny (RBT) break down the major updates to the Registered Behavior Technician® (RBT®) certification requirements coming January 1, 2026, from the Behavior Analyst Certification Board® (BACB®). Listeners will learn what’s changing, what’s staying the same, and how to prepare. Whether you're a current RBT, a supervisor, or an aspiring behavior technician, this episode covers everything from eligibility and training updates to new exam content, supervision requirements, and international certification restrictions.
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After listening to the episode, participants will be able to:
- Describe the key structural updates to the RBT certification process, including eligibility criteria, the revised 40-hour training curriculum, and updated competency assessment requirements.
- Summarize the changes to the RBT examination content based on the 3rd edition Test Content Outline, including changes to domain titles, task counts, and question distribution.
- Differentiate between acceptable types of professional development that satisfy the new 12-hour continuing education requirement, including in-service training, podcast CEUs, and university coursework.
- Identify the jurisdictions impacted by new BACB restrictions and explain how voluntary inactive status applies to affected RBTs and BCBAs.
References:
Behavior Analyst Certification Board. (2023, December). BACB newsletter: December 2023 [PDF].
Behavior Analyst Certification Board. (2023, September 18). Upcoming changes to BACB certification in Ontario [PDF]. Behavior Analyst Certification Board. (n.d.-d). Maintaining your RBT certification. Behavior Analyst Certification Board. (n.d.-e). Supervision and training.
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