ABA stands for: Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA). ABA started in the 1960s with Skinner. It is based on the science of learning and behavior. Behavior Analysis helps us to understand how behavior works, how behavior is affected by the environment, and how learning takes place.

The goal is to increase behaviors that are helpful and decrease behaviors that are harmful or affect learning. ABA can help:

• Increase language and communication skills
• Improve attention, academic skills, play skills, social skills, memory, executive functioning skills
• Decrease problem behaviors (tantrums, not listening, aggressive behaviors, addictive behaviors)

This is a credentialed 40-hour training to prepare for the RBT and ABAT exam. You can also become an IBT (International Behavior Therapist). That means that you can choose what certificate you want when you finalize the course, giving you limitless opportunities! The 40-hour course will prepare the learner to take the Behavior Analyst Certification Board (BACB) Competency Assessment exam, the Qualified Applied Behavior Analysis Credentialing Board’s (QABA) exam, and the International Behavior Analysis Organization (IBAO) exam. 

The RBT training is based on the RBT Task List 3rd edition (starting 1/1/26) and is designed to meet the 40-hour training requirement for the RBT credential. This program is offered independently of the BACB. 

The  ABAT training is credentialed and approved by the QABA to prepare you for the Applied Behavior Analysis Technician (ABAT) exam. 

The IBT training is credentialed and approved by the IBAO to prepare you for the International Behavior Therapist (IBT) exam.

The Registered Behavior Technician™ (RBT) is a paraprofessional who practices under the close, ongoing supervision of a BCBA, BCBA-D, or BCaBA. The RBT is primarily responsible for the direct implementation of behavior-analytic services. The RBT does not design intervention or assessment plans. It is the responsibility of the RBT supervisor to determine which tasks an RBT may perform as a function of his or her training, experience, and competence.

The Applied Behavior Analysis Technician (ABAT®) is a paraprofessional who practices under the close, ongoing supervision of a QBA, or QASP-S. The ABAT is primarily responsible for the direct implementation of behavior-analytic services. The ABAT does not design intervention or assessment plans. It is the responsibility of the ABAT’s supervisor to determine which tasks an ABAT may perform as a function of his or her training, experience, and competence.

The International Behavior Therapist (IBT®) is a paraprofessional trained in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) who delivers direct intervention to clients across developmental and behavioral domains. IBTs implement individualized treatment protocols, conduct data collection, and promote skill acquisition in areas such as communication, socialization, and adaptive behavior. They operate strictly under the clinical supervision of a IBA or other qualified behavior analyst, who designs and oversees treatment programming and case management.

The RBT, ABAT, and IBT training are for educators, parents, and other professionals who would like to learn evidence-based Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) principles and strategies for helping clients and family members with developmental challenges, various disorders, and/or behavior challenges. In addition, ABA can be used in management processes as well.

We offer ABAT, IBT, and RBT credentialed 40-hour courses; Verbal Behavior; Behavior Management; Parent Training and Reinforcement strategies.  We are continuously developing other courses. 

This is a 40-hour training program that covers the RBT Task list (2nd edition), QABA and IBAO requirements, the relevant ethical code elements and an overview of the BCBA/QABA/IBAO; BCaBA/QASP-S/IBA; and RBT/ABAT/IBT roles. If you are interested in becoming an International Behavior Therapist (IBT) the RBT can follow the steps through this hyperlink and become an IBT as wel. The ABAT can follow the steps through this hyperlink, and become an IBT as well.

Learn more about the BACB task list

Learn more about the QABA

Yes, you can earn 40 SKJ points for the ABAT, IBT and RBT training. The training is accredited.

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For the RBT, the credential requirements are established by the BACB. The applicant must:

• Be 18 years and older
• Have a high school diploma or equivalent prior to beginning the training
• Complete the 40-hour training covering the RBT Task list (the training must be completed within 180 days from when the participant chooses to begin)
• Competency assessment: Applicants must pass a behavior-based competency assessment administered by a qualified supervisor
• Background check: Applicants must pass a criminal background check.

After 180 days, you must repurchase the course and restart from the beginning, as the BACB requires that the training be completed within 180 days. Students will not be allowed to complete only the work they failed to complete the first time they took the course.

This course is a 40-hour online course and includes 83 modules. All modules contain PowerPoint Slides (written in English) with an audio in the language of your choice. The modules contain quizzes, so your knowledge is constantly checked. We used real life videos, recorded in families’ homes and in the community. This makes our ABA coursework an excellent opportunity to learn about ABA in real life experiences.

This training course teaches evidence-based behavior intervention techniques and strategies for individuals including but not limited to: Data Measurement, Assessment, Skill Acquisition, Behavior Reduction, Documentation and Reporting, Professional Conduct and the Scope of Practice. The training will cover all the tasks and subtasks in the RBT Task List, IBT and ABAT requirements, and the ethics requirements that have been designated as being relevant for behavior technicians. And a Free bonus: Verbal Behavior training is included.

English, Dutch, Arabic, Spanish and French. The text is in English and the audio is in multiple languages.

You will receive this immediately after you complete the final exam. You can download it in the portal.

The ABAT, IBT, RBT training covers a variety of topics that are necessary for an individual to pursue a career as a Registered Behavior Technician, International Behavior Therapist or Applied Behavior Analysis Technician, working directly with individuals diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorders and other developmental disabilities.

After receiving your 40-hour course completion certificate, you are required to find and work in conjunction with a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA), Qualified Behavior Analyst (QBA) or International Behavior Analyst (IBA). The assessment is complete when the Behavior Technician demonstrates competency in each task as determined by the supervising BCBA,  QBA or IBA.

A registry of Board Certified Behavior Analysts is available through the BACB’s website. You can also find a Qualified Behavior Analyst (QBA) on the QABA’s website. For an International Behavior Analyst (IBA), you can find the directory on the IBAO’s website. You can also contact us through this website, and ask for our consultation services.

Yes, you can check out the content for all of our courses on our LMS website.