QABA Board

QABA Board QBA, QASP-S & ABAT credentialing for ABA and ASD professionals.

The Qualified Applied Behavior Analysis Credentialing Board is a committee established in 2012 to meet professional and para-professional credentialing needs identified by behavior analysts, ABA providers, insurance providers, government departments, and consumers of behavior analysis and behavior health services.

Most QABA exams follow a standardized format:• 125 total questions• 100 scored questions• 25 unscored pilot questions• T...
06/05/2026

Most QABA exams follow a standardized format:

• 125 total questions
• 100 scored questions
• 25 unscored pilot questions
• Time limits:

— QABA ABAT®: 2 hours
— QASP-S®: 3 hours
— QBA®: 3 hours

Pilot questions are used to test future exam items and are not included in scoring.

This structure helps ensure exam reliability and fairness across candidates.

Supervised fieldwork is a core part of ABA credentialing.It includes real-world tasks like:• Data collection & analysis•...
06/01/2026

Supervised fieldwork is a core part of ABA credentialing.

It includes real-world tasks like:
• Data collection & analysis
• Behavior assessments
• Program implementation
• Staff or parent training

Fieldwork ensures theory is applied consistently under supervision before independent practice.

QABA is honored to have attended the AKABA Conference and hosted lunch for attendees! It was wonderful connecting with s...
05/29/2026

QABA is honored to have attended the AKABA Conference and hosted lunch for attendees! It was wonderful connecting with so many dedicated professionals in the behavioral health field and sharing meaningful conversations throughout the event.

We’re also excited that Alaska now recognizes the QBA credential for licensure — an important milestone for the field and for expanding access to qualified professionals.

Thank you, AKABA, for a great conference experience!

Excited to kick off Day 1 at the 52nd Annual Association for Behavior Analysis International conference in San Francisco...
05/24/2026

Excited to kick off Day 1 at the 52nd Annual Association for Behavior Analysis International conference in San Francisco!

We had a wonderful day connecting with coursework providers, certificants, and professionals from across the field of behavior analysis. Thank you to everyone who stopped by to learn more about QABA certifications, pathways to credentialing, and the work being done to support high-quality ABA services worldwide.

If you’re attending the conference, be sure to visit our booth to grab some QABA swag, learn more about getting certified, and sign up for our raffle! We’re looking forward to many more great conversations throughout the week.

The QBA® is a master’s-level credential in ABA.It requires:• A relevant master’s degree• Extensive coursework in ABA, et...
05/21/2026

The QBA® is a master’s-level credential in ABA.

It requires:
• A relevant master’s degree
• Extensive coursework in ABA, ethics, and autism
• Supervised fieldwork experience
• A competency-based exam

QBA® professionals typically oversee treatment planning, data analysis, and supervision of ABA teams.

Strong ABA teams create meaningful change.When collaboration is in place, individuals receive more consistent, coordinat...
05/18/2026

Strong ABA teams create meaningful change.

When collaboration is in place, individuals receive more consistent, coordinated, and effective support—helping translate everyday practice into real-life progress.

Behind every well-functioning team is a shared goal: improving outcomes and changing lives through ABA.

In ABA practice, families play a central role in progress.Skills taught in sessions become meaningful when they are supp...
05/15/2026

In ABA practice, families play a central role in progress.

Skills taught in sessions become meaningful when they are supported and practiced at home.

Collaboration between professionals and families helps ensure consistency, generalization, and long-term impact.

Strong outcomes often come from shared understanding and shared effort.

A small adjustment in how something is taught.A slight shift in approach based on data.In ABA, progress is often built t...
05/13/2026

A small adjustment in how something is taught.
A slight shift in approach based on data.

In ABA, progress is often built through small, thoughtful changes over time—guided by programs that are individualized to meet the unique needs of each person.

These small adjustments aren’t incidental—they’re intentional, data-driven, and person-centered.

Excited to welcome professionals, educators, students, and advocates from around the world to the QABA Conference in Rab...
05/13/2026

Excited to welcome professionals, educators, students, and advocates from around the world to the QABA Conference in Rabat, Morocco! 🌍✨

Join us as we explore the future of Behavior Analysis, collaborate across cultures, and continue advancing high-quality, ethical ABA services globally.

📍 Rabat, Morocco
📅 May 16, 2026
🏛 Mohammed V University – Faculty of Education Sciences

We look forward to connecting, learning, and growing together! Morocco Rabat QABAConference

In behavior analysis, intention is important—but structure helps turn intention into meaningful outcomes.Training, super...
05/11/2026

In behavior analysis, intention is important—but structure helps turn intention into meaningful outcomes.

Training, supervision, and clear standards support professionals in making informed, consistent decisions.

These systems help ensure that care remains thoughtful, responsible, and effective.

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