What are the requirements for supervised experience to qualify for certification?
The BCBA requires completion of supervised fieldwork (1500 hours), practicum (1000 hours) or intensive practicum (750 hours) using the principles of applied behavior analysis with supervision from a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA). The BCaBA requires completion of supervised fieldwork (1000 hours), practicum (670 hours) or intensive practicum (500 hours) using the principles of applied behavior analysis with supervision from a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA). The practicum and intensive practicum options can only be met through university coursework approved by the BACB. Supervised Fieldwork can be completed anywhere involving the practice of ABA. The number of hours of supervision is the primary differing factor between the options. For more details about the options for supervised experience, please review the guidelines in the application section of www.bacb.com.
