A BCBA (Board Certified Behavior Analyst) is a clinician who holds graduate-level certification in behavior analysis and whose practice standards are overseen by the Behavior Analyst Certification Board. In order to become a BCBA, one must have a master’s degree, complete specific coursework in Applied Behavior Analysis, and pass a board exam. In order to maintain certification, BCBAs must participate in ongoing training and remain in good standing with the Behavior Analyst Certification Board.
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