BT 1100

Behavior Technician Specialist

100% Online Certification Training

By earning this certification, you’ll be qualified to conduct one-on-one sessions with patients and deliver behavior-analytic services under the supervision of a licensed Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA).

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What does a Behavior Technician do?

A Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) operates under the supervision of a Board-Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) in clinical settings, helping implement treatment plans for individuals such as children with autism or adults with developmental disabilities. This field emphasizes the science of human behavior and aims to reduce challenging behaviors while promoting skill development. RBTs may also support patients in school or home environments by teaching daily living and adaptive skills.

  • Deliver behavior-analytic services directly in accordance with the individualized recommendations and treatment plans outlined by the Board-Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA).
  • Minimize or prevent challenging behaviors by identifying and understanding the motivational factors driving those behaviors.
  • Possess foundational knowledge of applied behavior analysis (ABA) and the use of functional behavior assessment (FBA) tools to identify the causes of behaviors and develop effective intervention strategies.
  • Assist in teaching both children and adults essential skills—including language and communication, social interaction, daily living and adaptive tasks, and pre-academic abilities—while collecting and analyzing data in collaboration with the BCBA.
  • Clearly understand and define specific behaviors, then establish an appropriate method to accurately measure and track them.
 

What You’ll Learn – BT 1100 Behavior Technician Specialist

If you’re passionate about psychology and behavioral health, a career as a behavior technician offers the perfect blend of both. Our Behavior Technician Specialist certification program equips you with the foundational skills to launch your career and earn your Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) credential.

Through the Amara RBT program, you’ll study essential documentation protocols and regulations, aligned with both HIPAA standards and the Behavior Analyst Certification Board (BACB) guidelines. The curriculum, developed by licensed professionals including a BCBA-D (Board Certified Behavior Analyst – Doctorate) and BCBA, covers all the necessary topics to help you prepare for and pass the BACB RBT Certification exam. Understanding these concepts is a critical part of your RBT training and a key step toward certification.

In the healthcare field, you’ll work with diverse individuals, and training in Professionalism in Allied Health ensures you’re equipped to handle any situation with confidence and professionalism. Strong customer service skills are essential in every setting, as each patient, client, or customer plays a vital role in your work.

To become a certified RBT, the BACB requires that you complete a 40-hour training program and successfully pass a Competency Assessment in a supervised setting before taking the official RBT exam. Once certified, you’ll be eligible for various behavior technician roles involving direct interaction with patients in clinical, home, or school environments. Achieving RBT certification highlights your commitment to quality patient care and excellent service.

Please Note: This training program follows the Registered Behavior Technician Task List (2nd edition) and fulfills the 40-hour training requirement for RBT certification. It is not affiliated with or endorsed by the BACB.

Additional requirements beyond training and examination are set by the BACB for individuals pursuing the RBT designation. For complete details, visit www.bacb.com/rbt.

This Program Has Additional On Site Clinical Requirements

Program Courses

Code Course Duration
PS 1011 Professionalism in Allied Health 2 Weeks
BT 3011 Registered Behavior Technician Training 4 Weeks
HI 1014 Introduction to Human Anatomy and Medical Terminology 6 Weeks
Total Program Duration 12 Weeks

Enrollment Requirements

  • High School Diploma or GED
  • Web browser with internet connection
  • Course registration & payment

Amara Covered Materials

  • Expert-led video based training
  • Competency assessments
  • National Certification exam fee

*The cost of all materials needed for this program are covered by Amara. They are not included in the tuition costs and are provided at no additional cost to students. However, students have access to these materials for a limited time frame aligned with their program. Access to these materials outside of this period is not guaranteed, and students may be responsible for costs associated with any extended access.

Student Services

  • Dedicated Student Success Advisors
  • Tailored support based on performance & behavior
  • Exam preparation process
  • 1 year post-program access to Career Center & Career Coaches

Clinical Requirements

  • Completion of Competency Assessment while on the job, post program completion
  • Completion of background check
  • Completion of RBT application with the Behavior Analyst Certification Board

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Amara partners with American Job Centers in 30+ states and accepts Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) and other workforce grant funding.

FAQs: RBT Behavior Technician Specialist Online Certification Training

What is an RBT Behavior Technician Specialist?

An RBT (Registered Behavior Technician) behavior specialist is a paraprofessional who works under the supervision of Board-Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBA) in various settings such as clinics, schools, or homes. They implement behavior intervention plans designed to manage and alleviate problematic behaviors in individuals, particularly those with developmental disabilities like autism. The role primarily involves applying scientific principles of behavior analysis to help patients learn new skills and improve their daily living and social interactions.

The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics forecasts a six percent growth in Behavioral Health Technician positions from 2016 to 2026. As psychological issues persist across populations, there remains a consistent need for behavioral technicians to address these challenges.

To become a Behavior Technician Specialist, you need a high school diploma or equivalent and formal training through an institution such as Amara. Then, you can become a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) by taking and passing the BACB (Behavior Analyst Certification Board) authorized RBT Certification exam.

In the online Behavior Technician Specialist training program, you will learn: 

  • How to reduce/avoid behaviors while understanding the motivational operations behind their behaviors
  • Applied behavior analysis and functional behavior assessment tools
  • How to 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
  • How to comprehend and define behavior clearly and set a measurement technique 

To enroll in the Behavior Technician Specialist program, you’ll need a high school diploma or GED, a web browser with internet connection and course registration & payment.

While Amara does not offer financial aid, students may be eligible for options through government grant-funded programs like:

MyCAA

Army Credentialing Assistance

Coast Guard COOL

Air Force COOL

Workforce Funding (including WIOA)

The total duration of Amara’s Behavior Technician Specialist program is 12 weeks long if completing 15-20 hrs of coursework per week. 

Amara’s certification programs are fully online and designed for remote learning, allowing students to progress at their own pace. The instructional design incorporates interactive elements, simulations and expert instruction.

Required courses for the Behavior Technician Specialist program include Professionalism in Allied Health, Registered Behavior Technician Training and Introduction to Human Anatomy and Medical Terminology.

Amara includes exam fees and preparation materials in the program cost. The Behavior Technician Specialist courses are designed to prepare students to take and pass the RBT certification exam. Additionally, Amara students are provided access to a Student Success Advisor team, Subject Matter Experts and Career Coaches to assist with exam prep.

The Behavior Technician Specialist program includes expert-led video training, eBooks and competency assessments. Amara-covered materials also include the cost of the national certification exam. Students get access to additional services like dedicated advisors and tailored support as well.

Some Amara programs are restricted in certain states or regions. Please review our State Restriction page to view what restrictions there may be in your state/region or residence of employment and ensure you are eligible for enrollment.

We’re not institutionally accredited as a training provider, but the certification you’ll earn in this program is accredited through the exam-issuing authority, the Behavior Analyst Certification Board. So while our school itself doesn’t hold accreditation, you’ll earn an accredited certification upon passing your national exam.

In order to become a fully certified Registered Behavior Technician, the BACB requires completion of a 40-hour training and passing a Competency Assessment on the job before being eligible to take the RBT exam. Securing a clinical site is the responsibility of the student and Amara does not guarantee clinical site placement. However, the Amara Career Services team is available to provide students with resources to use in their clinical search and to develop a clinical search strategy.

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