What steps are required by the BACB® to become a Registered Behavior Technician® (RBT®)?
1. Meet Eligibility Requirements
2. Complete this 2026 40-hour RBT® Training Course
3. Complete Initial RBT® Competency Assessment
4. Submit RBT® Certification Application
5. Take and Pass the final RBT® Exam
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Thank you so much for taking the time to help me out. I appreciate it endlessly!! I will begin prepping for my final RBT exam ASAP! Thanks again, you have become a huge inspiration in my life! Talk to you again as I have updates on my progress! Thank you for the valued impact you have had on me, I will always be proud to call you my first BCBA!!
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I was worried about taking the RBT exam. And I passed the first try! Thanks so much. I loved how easy it was to study with your Rapid RBT Exam Prep Course. It really showed me what I need to work on before taking the test. I did my 40 hr course in July and it's December so I was rusty. Thanks!
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I have heen studying all week through the holiday time and I finally passed my 40-hour RBT Course Training and received my Certification of Completion today!!! Thank God!!! I'm so proud of myself! Thank you ATCC for the
guidance throughout the course, it was such an easy and understandable course that it literally took me only a week to finish! I'm not really good at tests either but ATCC made it easy and straight to the point. I wish everyone else well in the future that chooses to get certified under ATCC!:)
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Frequently Asked Questions
1. How much does the 2026 40-hour RBT® Course cost?
$39 each week. You may complete the course in 1-week and pay only $39. Or we offer the flexibility to take longer if you would like. Examples below:
1-week: 40-hours of videos completed in 1 week. One payment of $39. Total course cost is $39.
2-weeks: 20-hours of videos completed each week. Two payments of $39. Total course cost is $78.
3-weeks: 13-hours of videos completed each week. Three payments of $39. Total course cost is $117.
1-week: 40-hours of videos completed in 1 week. One payment of $39. Total course cost is $39.
2-weeks: 20-hours of videos completed each week. Two payments of $39. Total course cost is $78.
3-weeks: 13-hours of videos completed each week. Three payments of $39. Total course cost is $117.
2. Does ATCC RBT® training meet the 2026 BACB® requirements?
Yes. All ATCC® RBT® training programs are fully compliant with the 3rd Edition (2026) BACB® Task List requirements. Your Certificate of Completion will clearly state compliance with the new 2026 RBT® training requirements, ensuring your training is valid for current and future RBT® certification.
4. Is there a minimum amount of time I need to take in the course?
5. Is there maximum amount of time I have to take the course?
Yes, there is a BACB® Requirement: 180 Days Maximum. This means that the BACB® requires that your 40-Hour RBT Training must be completed in 180-days (or less).
6. Is there a final exam in the training course?
No, there is not a final exam required to complete your training and earn your Certificate of Completion. Upon completion of your 40-hour RBT® Training, you will immediately download your official 2026 RBT® Certificate of Completion (PDF).
7. Will ATCC® training prepare me to pass the RBT® exam at a Pearson VUE testing center?
Yes. ATCC® students are fully prepared with access to over 1,000 mock exam questions that closely reflect the official RBT® exam format. These practice exams strengthen your knowledge, build fluency, and boost confidence before test day. With an 87.2% first-time pass rate, compared to the industry average of 73%, ATCC® gives you the proven preparation you need to pass your RBT® exam on the very first attempt. Complete the 40-hour RBT® Training Course with ATCC® and instantly access the full RBT® Exam Prep Bundle—free, a $1,000+ value.
Choose your 2026 plan...
40-hour RBT® Training Course
$39/week
Finish in 1-week and pay only $39 for your entire RBT training! Complete the 40-hour RBT® Training Course with ATCC® to instantly earn the full RBT® Exam Prep Bundle—free, a $1,000+ value. No Commitment. Week-to-Week. Easy Cancel Anytime. 40-hour RBT® course for Registered Behavior Technician 3rd Edition Task List. *Meets (Step 1) eligibility requirement of the Behavior Analyst Certification Board®. Includes all 2026 updates. NEW 3.0 TRAINING includes interactive activities, fully trained AI RBT® study Chatbot, test questions, quizzes feedback, mock exams, and engaging interactive training that students love.
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Includes RBT® Study Chatbot ($199 value)
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Includes Instant Download of 2026 RBT® 40-hour Training Certificate of Completion
40-hour RBT® Training Course
$119/month
Finish in 1-month and pay only $119 for your entire RBT® training! Complete the 40-hour RBT® Training Course with ATCC® to instantly earn the full RBT® Exam Prep Bundle—free, a $1,000+ value. No Commitment. Month-to-Month. Easy Cancel Anytime. 40-hour RBT® course for Registered Behavior Technician 3rd Edition Task List. *Meets (Step 1) eligibility requirement of the Behavior Analyst Certification Board®. Includes all 2026 updates. NEW 3.0 TRAINING includes interactive activities, fully trained AI RBT study Chatbot, test questions, quizzes feedback, mock exams, and engaging interactive training that students love.
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Includes RBT® Study Chatbot ($199 value)
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Includes Instant Download of 2026 RBT® 40-hour Training Certificate of Completion
Full RBT® Certification Program
Meets ALL requirements for full RBT® Certification with the BACB®: Live BCBA Instructor Meetings, 2026 40-Hour RBT® Curriculum (3rd ed.), BCBA Competency Assessment Preparation, BCBA Administered Competency Assessment, Background Check, Exam Study Resources, Resume Building, Letter of Recommendation and Career Placement Assistance. All application fees and exam fees are included. Self-Paced Program (Students complete RBT certification in 6-12 weeks.)
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The 2026 40-Hour RBT® Training Curriculum (Required by BACB for Full RBT Certification) Includes Instant Download of RBT® 40-hour Training Certificate of Completion
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Optional Live Weekly Video Conferences with your dedicated BCBA® Instructor
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RBT® Competency Assessment Practice Assignments with BCBA® Feedback
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RBT® Competency Assessment BACB® Compliant Client (Required by BACB for Full RBT Certification)
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Includes the Initial RBT® Competency Assessment (Required by BACB for Full RBT Certification)
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BCBA® Administered Background Check (Required by BACB for Full RBT Certification)
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200-page Hardcopy Color RBT® Textbook
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RBT® Multiple-Choice Examination Preparation Resources
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RBT Study Chatbot ($199 value)
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BACB® Application Technical Support and Live RBT® Application Completion Assistance
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BCBA® Signature on RBT® Application (Required by BACB for Full RBT Certification)
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RBT® Application Fee paid by ATCC (Required by BACB for Full RBT Certification)
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Pearson Testing Center Fee (Multiple-Choice Examination) paid by ATCC (Required by BACB for Full RBT Certification)
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Letter of Recommendation from BCBA® & Live Resume/Interview Assistance
RBT® Mistakes!
Are you considering becoming a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT®), but feeling overwhelmed by the certification process? We understand the challenges you might face, which is why we're here to guide you towards success. It's time to uncover the three biggest mistakes students make when pursuing their RBT® certification and how you can avoid them.
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