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What is a BCBA?

A BOARD CERTIFIED BEHAVIOUR ANALYST

In order to achieve and maintain this credential a professional must:

  • Have a Masters level (BCBA) or doctoral level (BCBA-D) education from an approved program

  • Have completed a minimum of 1500 hours supervised field experience using applied behaviour analysis

  • Have passed the board certification exam (international)

  • demonstrate adherence to Ethics Code For Behaviour Analysts

  • Ongoing learning requirements

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More specifically, a Behaviour Analyst

  • Has a specialization in human behaviour and learning

  • Is scientifically driven and uses evidence to inform decision making

  • Is constantly learning and incorporating new proven methodologies into their practice

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What is ABA?

Applied Behaviour Analysis

Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) is the practice of applying the principles of learning theory in a systematic way to change behavior in a socially significant way.


ABA is widely recognized as the only scientifically valid therapy available for treating behavioral issues associated with ASD but it is also so much more.

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ABA has been used extensively in special education, group homes/supported residential settings, and the treatment of autism spectrum disorder (ASD).  It is also used in healthcare settings, educational settings, animal training, and even business (organizational behaviour management).

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