If you’re a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA), you already know that staying certified isn’t just about passing the exam once—it’s about maintaining your knowledge and skills through continuing education. With 2025 here, it’s time to make sure you’re up to date with the latest CEU (continuing education unit) requirements from the Behavior Analyst Certification Board (BACB).
How Many CEUs Do You Need?
Every two years, BCBAs must complete 32 CEUs to maintain certification. But not just any CEUs will do! The BACB requires specific types of continuing education to ensure that behavior analysts stay ethical, competent, and up to date with best practices.
Breakdown of the CEU Requirements:
✅ Total CEUs Required: 32
✅ Ethics Requirement: At least 4 CEUs in ethics
✅ Supervision Requirement: At least 3 CEUs in supervision (if you provide supervision to trainees or RBTs)
And remember—any extra CEUs beyond 32 won’t roll over to your next recertification cycle. So plan accordingly!
Why Do CEUs Matter?
CEUs aren’t just a box to check off; they help ensure that behavior analysts continue to:
📌 Stay informed about new research and best practices
📌 Maintain high ethical standards in their work
📌 Improve supervision and mentorship skills
📌 Expand their knowledge in specialized areas of ABA
The 10-Year Coursework Rule
One important change that all current and future BCBAs need to be aware of is the rolling 10-year coursework requirement. If you’re planning to apply for BCBA certification, your coursework must have been completed within the last 10 years. This ensures that new certificants have been trained in the most up-to-date practices in the field.
Where Can You Earn CEUs?
There are many ways to earn CEUs, including:
🎓 Online and in-person workshops
📚 Webinars and self-paced courses
👥 Conferences, panel discussions, and professional training events
Look for BACB-approved CEU providers to ensure your credits count toward your recertification.
Stay Ahead of the Deadline!
The worst thing you can do? Wait until the last minute to earn your CEUs. Plan ahead by setting a schedule for professional development throughout your recertification cycle. This will help prevent the stress of scrambling for last-minute courses.
By staying on top of your CEUs, you’re not just maintaining your certification—you’re actively growing as a professional and improving the quality of care you provide to clients.
Need CEUs? We Can Help!
Looking for high-quality CEUs that are engaging, practical, and tailored for behavior analysts? Check out our CEU bundles, designed to help you meet ethics, supervision, and general CEU requirements while advancing your skills in applied behavior analysis.
📢 Stay certified. Stay informed. Stay ahead in your field!
