Official Documents and Resources
BACB documents and when to download them.
Draft — BCBA review pendingVerify against the official source. Rules change. Before you rely on dates, fees, or forms, confirm them in the current BACB RBT Handbook.
Use this chapter as a download checklist. The BACB handbook links to these documents; always pull the current version from bacb.com/rbt before you submit anything.
When to download what
| Stage | Documents you need |
|---|---|
| Planning | RBT Handbook, 40-Hour Training Requirements, Test Content Outline |
| Before training ends | Training certificate from your provider |
| Before applying | Attestation form, Initial Competency Assessment packet |
| Applying | BACB Gateway access, uploaded forms above |
| Exam | Pearson VUE scheduling, accommodation form (if needed) |
| After passing | Supervisee add/remove process for your supervisor |
| Each year (until 2027 rules) | Recertification Competency Assessment, recertification application |
| Ongoing | Ethics Code, supervision checklists, self-reporting guidance |
Eligibility and applying
| Document | Use |
|---|---|
| RBT 2026 40-Hour Training Requirements and Curriculum Outline | Confirm your training meets current content and hour requirements |
| 2026 RBT Initial Competency Assessment | Official 19-task assessment form and criteria |
| RBT Certification Application Attestation | Age, education, and background check attestation |
| RBT Examination Pass Rates for 40-Hour Training Providers (2024) | Compare training providers (one data point among many) |
| BACB Gateway | Create account, apply, recertify |
Guide chapters: 01-eligibility · 02-application · 03-training · 04-competency-assessment
Examination
| Document | Use |
|---|---|
| RBT Test Content Outline (3rd ed.) | Exam study map |
| Pearson VUE — BACB | Schedule, reschedule, score reports |
| Request for Examination Accommodations | Disability accommodations (submit before scheduling) |
| Accommodations documentation upload | Where to submit accommodation PDFs |
Guide chapter: 05-exam
Ongoing supervision
| Document | Use |
|---|---|
| Supervisor Training Curriculum Outline (2.0) | Confirms supervisors are trained before overseeing you |
| Process for Adding or Removing Supervisees | Activates your credential after passing the exam |
| Supervision Checklist for RBTs | Optional monthly documentation aid |
| Supervision Checklist for Supervisors and Coordinators | Optional supervisor documentation aid |
| BACB Certificant Registry | Verify active status and supervisor on record |
Guide chapter: 06-supervision
Recertification and inactive status
| Document | Use |
|---|---|
| RBT Recertification Competency Assessment | Annual skills demonstration (current cycle) |
| RBT Professional Development / In-Service Training | PDU rules (effective with 2027 biennial cycle) |
| Voluntary Inactive Status Application — RBT | Pause maintenance when not practicing |
| Return from Voluntary Inactive Status — RBT | Reactivate after a planned break |
Guide chapter: 07-renewal
Ethics and self-reporting
| Document | Use |
|---|---|
| RBT Ethics Code (2.0) | Daily practice standards |
| Ethics web page | Enforcement procedures and resources |
| Self-reporting web page | When and how to report to the Ethics Department |
| Code enforcement procedures | What happens after a report |
Appeals and verification
| Document | Use |
|---|---|
| Administrative Appeal Request Form | Exam irregularities, application determinations (where eligible) |
| Verify certification | Written verification letters ($25) for employers or funders |
Staying current
- BACB Newsletter
- Upcoming Changes
- RBT Handbook PDF — authoritative source for all requirements
The handbook is updated quarterly as needed. Requirements in effect at your application and exam scheduling dates govern your path.
What happens next
Return to the step-by-step hub or the chapter that matches where you are in the process.
Questions about the path?
Start at the guide hub or verify requirements on the BACB site.