You can verify a behavior analyst’s credentials through the Behavior Analyst Certification Board (BACB) online certificant registry. This resource is updated daily and allows you to confirm that a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) holds an active certification and is in good standing.
When checking the registry, you should look for the following:
- Active Status: Ensure the professional’s certification is current.
- Disciplinary Actions: Check to see if the provider has been sanctioned or is subject to any disciplinary findings.
- National Standards: Confirming certification ensures the professional meets rigorous national standards for providing and supervising Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy.
In Virginia, it is also important to know that for services like home-based ABA therapy, a BCBA is required to supervise the direct therapy provided by a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT). According to Virginia Medicaid standards, this oversight must account for at least 5% of the total monthly service hours.
If you have questions about credentials or need assistance navigating the requirements for therapy in Virginia, we are here to support you. You’re not on your own, and we can help you verify that your child’s care is led by a qualified specialist.
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