What is the QABA Board?
The Qualified Applied Behaviour Analysis Credentialing Board (QABA) is an internationally recognised organisation. Earning your ABAT credential through the QABA will demonstrate your commitment to ethical and evidence-based practices, opening doors to career opportunities in various settings, including schools, clinics, and home-based programs.
QABA Purpose
The purpose of the Qualified Appied Behavior Analysis Credentialing Board is to ensure the competency of professionals who provide therapeutic intervention for individuals with autism spectrum disorders and related coordination among providers, families and insurers to establish seamless delivery of effective therapeutic the standard-bearer for providers at all leves of appied behavior analysis. Additionally, our goal is to improve disabilities. Through credentiaing, the Qualified Applied Behavior Analysis Credentialing Board strives to be services.
QABA Values
The highest standards of effective behavioral interventions by adhering to our core values:
●To act ethically and honestly toward our certificants, colleagues and community;
●To work with a spirit of cooperation and collaboration, appreciating diversity among all stakeholders;
●To uphold quality and excellence in service to our professionals;
●To improve the lives of individuals with ASD (autism spectrum disorder) and related disabilities
ABAT CREDENTIAL
The ABAT credential certifies that certificants have demonstrated entry‐level (ABAT) knowledge, skill, and their competency in autism and applied behavior analysis (ABA) has been thoroughly assessed. The entry level ABAT provides behavioral health services under the supervision of a licensed or certified professional, including QASPSs and QBAs, or licensed psychologists who are working within the scope of applied behavior analysis.
ABAT Requirements
Candidates must:
- be at least 18 years old
- possess a minimum of a high school diploma or national equivalent
- have completed 40 hours of approved coursework (a minimum of 3 hours must be in ethics and a minimum of 5 hours in autism-specific treatment and support strategies)
- training must be developed by a credentialed or licensed professional within the scope of the filed
- submit online the 15hour supervised fieldwork attestation form completed by a supervisor
- submit online the recommendation form competed by a supervisor
- submit a copy of a government-issued photo ID
- submit a criminal background check via attestation form from an employer or from a third party if the employer does not provide the attestation form
- pass the exam
- compete the QABA online survey after successful completion of the exam
- submit an online attestation agreement to renewal schedule, code of ethics, and fee.
Ongoing Supervision Requirements
Each Applied Behavior Analysis Technician (ABAT) is required to meet with his or her supervisor for 5% of the time they provide behavior analytic services every 3-month period. Supervision can be done remotely, using a HPAA compliant video conferencing program; however, one session must one-to-one in person for a minimum of 1 hour. 50% of supervision hours may occur in a group setting.
The Qualified Applied Behavior Analysis Credentialing Board (QABA) is an internationally recognized organisation. Earning your ABAT credential through the QABA will demonstrate your commitment to ethical and evidence-based practices, opening doors to career opportunities in various settings, including schools, clinics, and home-based programs.
Benefits of Becoming a QABA-Certified ABAT
Enhanced Job Opportunities:
The QABA credential is widely recognized and respected in the ABA field, giving you a competitive edge in the job market.
Higher Earning Potential:
Certified ABATs typically earn higher salaries compared to uncertified individuals.
Professional Development:
The QABA credentialing process encourages continuous learning and growth in the field of ABA.
Making a Difference:
By providing quality ABA services, you can significantly impact the lives of individuals with autism and other developmental disabilities.