Jun 2 • Alen Faye Crisostomo, BS, RBT

How Long Does It Take to Become an RBT®?

Are you considering a career as a Registered Behavior Technician® (RBT®) but wondering how long it will take to get certified? You’re not alone! Many people are surprised to learn that becoming an RBT® can be a fast and rewarding journey—one that could change your career (and your life) in as little as 5 weeks.

Two Flexible Options to Fit Your Schedule

We understand everyone’s pace and goals are different, so we offer two great options:

  • 40-Hour RBT® Training Course Only – Complete your required 40 hours of training in as little as 6 days. Perfect for those who already have a BCBA® supervisor and want to focus on completing the coursework quickly.

  • Full RBT® Certification Program – For those starting from scratch, ATCC’s Full RBT® Certification Program includes everything you need to become a Registered Behavior Technician®—even if you have no experience. The program includes the required 40-hour RBT® training, plus 20 easy-to-follow lessons that cover every item on the BACB® RBT® Task List (2nd Edition). You’ll get instructor-graded practice assignments to help you prepare for your: Initial RBT® Competency Assessment, completed one-on-one with a certified BCBA®. You’ll also receive access to our exclusive AI-powered RBT® Study Chatbot, full of practice questions, definitions, and tutoring support whenever you need it.
    To help you study, the program also includes a full RBT® mock exam and downloadable RBT® exam prep materials, so you’ll feel confident on test day. You’ll have access to a friendly student Support Team, available 7 days a week! [Call/Text 949-785-9010] Earn your RBT® Certifcation with the BACB®, and get step-by-step guidance the entire way. Best of all, you can finish the program in as little as 5 weeks, and 97% of students in the ATCC Full RBT® Certification Program pass the RBT® exam on their very first try.


  • Step 1: Complete the 20 Lessons (40-Hour RBT® Training+++) Many students can complete this part of the program in as little as 2 weeks, depending on their pace of study and personal commitments.
  • Step 2: Work with your dedicated BCBA® Supervisor You’ll need to complete an Initial Competency Assessment, which involves demonstrating essential RBT® skills under the supervision of a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA®). This step can take about 2 weeks, depending on scheduling.
  • Step 3: Submit Your Application and Schedule the RBT® Exam Once you’ve completed your training and assessment, you’ll submit your documents to the Behavior Analyst Certification Board (BACB®) and schedule your RBT® exam. This process can be completed in about one week.

Real-Life Example: Meet Sarah

Sarah, a preschool assistant with some prior ABA experience, decided to take her skills to the next level by enrolling to ATCC's Full RBT® Certification Program. Over 2 weeks, she dedicated just 3 hours a day to complete her 20 lessons (includes the 40-hour RBT® training and additional BCBA graded  assignments to prepare for the RBT® Competency Assessment and RTB® Exam at the Pearson Testing Center).

Once her 20 Lessons were done, she completed her Initial RBT® Competency Assessment with her dedicated BCBA®, provided by ATCC. This included preparing and submitting her application to the BACB® for the RBT® exam, which is the final step of RBT® certification. 

Sarah then spent 1 week preparing for her exam and passed it successfully the on the very first try. In just 5 weeks, she earned her RBT® certification and embarked on a rewarding career helping children with autism!

Why Wait? Your New Career Could Be Just 5 Weeks Away!

Becoming an RBT® doesn’t require years of schooling or a lengthy certification process. In just 5 weeks, you can open the door to a fulfilling career in applied behavior analysis—and we’re here to help you every step of the way.

If you’re ready to take the leap and start your RBT® journey, we invite you to join our program today. Let’s make your dream of a rewarding career come true!
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