Professional Development
Behavior Technician Specialist
What does a Behavior Technician Specialist do?
Through the Behavior Technician Specialist career training, you will learn the skills needed to provide behavior analysis services. Behavior Technicians work under the supervision of Board-Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBA) by helping to provide treatment plans for patients. Some of the patients they help include autistic children, developmentally disabled adults, and people with problematic behaviors.
Where Can You Work?
Behavior Technicians often work in a clinical setting. Sometimes, however, they can work in schools or different home settings.
Length
12 Weeks
Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED
- Web browser with internet connection
- Course registration & payment
Training Materials Provided
- Expert-led video based training
- Competency assessments
- National Certification exam fee
Cost
$2,500
Clinical Requirement
A clinical component is required for this program. We will assist students enrolled in this program find a clinical location. If you have any questions about the clinical requirements of this program, please discuss them with your Training Specialist.
Behavior Technician and Medical Office
Healthcare employment is projected to grow by 13% from 2021 to 2031, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. This means that over the next decade there will be nearly 2 million new positions available for those interested in healthcare.
Upon completion of this training, you’ll be able to:
- Provide a direct implementation of behavior-analytic services based on the BCBA’s recommendations
- Reduce/avoid behaviors while understanding the motivational operations behind patient behaviors
- Have a basic understanding of applied behavior analysis and functional behavior assessment tools
- Teach children and adults language/communication, social skills, daily living/adaptive skills, pre-academic skills, and more while recording and analyzing data along with the BCBA
- Comprehend and define behavior clearly and set a measurement technique
Courses - 12 Weeks
- Professionalism in Allied Health
- Introduction to Human Anatomy and Medical Terminology
- Registered Behavior Technician Training
Program Preview
Behavior Technician Specialist Job Possibilities
Registered Behavior Technician
$20,000 – $45,000
ESTIMATED SALARY
Direct Care Staff
$15,000 – $41,000
ESTIMATED SALARY
Daycare Supervisor
$18,000 – $76,000
ESTIMATED SALARY
Certification Information
Upon completing your training, you’ll be qualified to take the Registered Behavior Technician Certification by the Behavior Analyst Certification Board. There are additional requirements (outside of training and examination) mandated by the BACB for those on the path to earning the RBT designation.
Registered Behavior Technician Certification
The Registered Behavior Technician RBT certification showcases a person’s ability to conduct one-on-one sessions with patients and provide behavior analysis services.
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Payment Options
Pay in full using any major credit card, PayPal, or Venmo. Select “credit card” as your payment option.
Apply for PayPal Credit and pay zero interest if your balance is paid in full within 6-months. Complete a quick application and you’ll receive a credit decision within seconds.
Program Comparison
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Emerge Education
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Community College
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Program & Tuition Cost
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$4,000 average
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Up to $20,000
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Exam Fees, Books & Materials
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Included
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Up to $750
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Job Ready In
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3–6 months
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24–48 months
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Schedule Flexibility
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On-demand 24/7
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Set class schedule
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Travel Requirements
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None: 100% online
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On-campus classrooms
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Student Support
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Personal Advisors: text, call and email access
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Professors: scheduled office hours
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Career Coaching
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Exam-tailor + soft-skill training to build well-rounded careers
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Exam-based + prerequisites and electives to meet credit
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Content Delivery
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3D animations, immersive environments, interactive activities, game-based learning
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Professor lectures
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Meet Your Training Specialist
Lauren Holubec is your Training Specialist. She is here to help you understand the program, payment options and succeed! Get in touch with Lauren to learn more about the program and how to achieve your career goals. If you are a manager interested in group enrollment, please contact Lauren directly so she can assist you with the enrollment process.
FAQ
You will complete the courses in this program over 12 weeks, making students job-ready in just 3 months. The program is flexible, allowing for assignments to be completed anytime, from anywhere, 24/7.
No, these courses do not count for college credit.
Yes, our training program is fully online and asynchronous.
