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BACB Practice Tests

Master your BACB certification exams with official PlanetCert Practice Tests. Access real exam questions, detailed explanations, and our advanced adaptive simulator.

3 Exams
440 Questions
Updated Jan 26

BACB Exam Catalog

3 Available Exams

BCABA

Board Certified Assistant Behavior Analyst

210 Q&A Aug 2025
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BCBA

Board Certified Behavior Analyst

230 Q&A Aug 2025
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RBT

Registered Behavior Technician

N/A Q&A Jan 2026
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BACB Certification Pathway

A clear progression from beginner to expert.

Entry Level

High School Level

Registered Behavior Technician

RBT
Paraprofessional certification; requires practice under close supervision of an RBT Supervisor and/or BCBA.

Bachelor’s Level

Undergraduate-Level Credential

Board Certified Assistant Behavior Analyst

BCABA
Undergraduate-level certification under BCBA supervision; can supervise RBTs.

Graduate Level

Graduate-Level Certification

Board Certified Behavior Analyst

BCBA
Graduate-level certification with independent practice rights and supervision responsibility for BCaBAs and RBTs.

Recent Changes

1998
BACB established
July 1, 2024
Ontario eligibility reduced for RBT and BCaBA
January 1, 2026
RBT examination content outline version update
January 1, 2026
BCBA/BCaBA verified coursework documentation required
January 1, 2026
RBT in-service PDU requirements released
January 1, 2026
UK residents can no longer apply for BACB certification
July 1, 2026
BCBA/BCBA-D Ontario application restriction
July 1, 2026
ACE Provider handbook updates
July 1, 2026
ACE Provider handbook updates now effective
July 1, 2026
ACE Provider requirements now effective
July 1, 2026
Ontario BCBA application restriction now effective
August 11, 2026
2027 BCBA/BCaBA transition release published
January 1, 2027
BCBA and BCaBA core requirements transition
January 1, 2027
Australia BACB applications end
January 1, 2027
Pathway 2 authorization now limited to BACB-jurisdiction institutions
January 1, 2028
Pathway 2 Program Contact institutions must be BACB-jurisdictional
January 1, 2029
BCBA/BCaBA Pathway 1 degree-equivalency standard
January 1, 2032
BCBA pathway consolidation announced

BACB certification levels and progression

flowchart TD RBT["RBT (RBT)"] --> BCaBA["BCaBA (BCaBA)"] BCaBA --> BCBA["BCBA (BCBA)"] BCBA --> BCBAD["BCBA-D (designation)"]

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Best for paraprofessionals pursuing RBT certification under supervision.

Best for candidates pursuing BCaBA as a practitioner-certification step with required supervision requirements.

Best for candidates pursuing independent BCBA practice and supervision responsibilities.

Relevant for workforce planning, supervision models, and certification maintenance requirements.

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BACB FAQs

What BACB certification levels are offered?
BACB lists three certifications: RBT (high school level), BCaBA (bachelor’s level), and BCBA (graduate level).
Can BCaBAs and BCBAs work independently?
BCaBAs work under BCBA supervision, while BCBAs are qualified to practice independently.
How long are BACB exams and how many questions do they have?
BCBA and BCaBA exams are 4 hours (185 and 175 questions respectively); the RBT exam is 90 minutes with 85 questions.
Who runs BACB exam delivery?
BACB contracts with Pearson VUE to deliver BACB certification examinations at authorized testing sites.
What happens with BCBA/BCaBA requirements on Jan 1, 2027?
Both BCBA and BCaBA have updated 2027 eligibility and maintenance requirements, including pathway changes and new fieldwork documentation requirements.
Does BCBA-D grant privileges beyond BCBA?
No. BCBA-D is an optional designation and does not grant privileges beyond BCBA certification.
Are BACB certifications accredited?
Yes. BCBA, BCaBA, and RBT programs are accredited by the National Commission for Certifying Agencies (NCCA).

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