RBT Competency Assessment Overview
The competency assessment is a critical step in obtaining and maintaining RBT certification. Here is an overview of what the assessment involves.
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Role of the Assessment
Unlike multiple-choice tests, the competency assessment evaluates your ability to perform behavior analysis tasks in practical settings. This includes demonstrating skills directly with clients or through roleplay simulations under direct observation by your assessor.
What the Assessment Covers
Assessors will evaluate direct application tasks from the RBT Test Content Outline, which commonly include:
- ✓ Preference and functional assessment support
- ✓ Discrete trial teaching and prompting skills
- ✓ Implementation of reinforcement systems
- ✓ Accurate session documentation and note-taking
Official Supervision Guidelines
The competency assessment document templates and observation criteria must match current BACB directives. Please verify current templates and supervisor criteria directly on the official board website.
View BACB RBT Assessment Documents ↗