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12 Weeks

PROGRAM LENGTH

$2,500.00*

Pay In Full

TUITION

*You can pay as little as $236 per month. For full payment options and different financing plans, including interest rates from external lenders, please talk to our enrollment team.

WHAT DOES A BEHAVIOR TECHNICIAN SPECIALIST DO?

If you have a love of psychology and behavioral health, a role as behavior technician provides a good balance of both. Our Behavior Technician Specialist certification program sets you up to begin your career with the skills to thrive and earn your credentials as a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT).

Through the MedCerts RBT program, you will learn a series of documentation and protocol rules and regulations that have to be adhered to, not only for thorough records but also according to the Behavior Analyst Certification Board (BACB) guidelines and HIPAA regulations. You will study a list of subjects written by a licensed BCBA-D (Board Certified Behavior Analyst – Doctorate) and BCBA in order to learn the material needed to test and pass the BACB RBT Certification exam. Both of these are extremely important – this course is offered as part of the RBT training and should be understood prior to taking the BACB examination for the RBT certificate.

Where Does A Behavior Technician Specialist Work?

Behavior Technicians typically work in settings that provide behavioral therapy services to individuals with developmental disabilities or behavioral challenges, such as autism treatment centers, schools, residential treatment centers, or private clinics.

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

BEHAVIOR TECHNICIAN SPECIALIST

Outcomes

Between 2020-2030, the job market for Behavior Technicians is projected to experience significant growth of 23.1%, which is higher than the average for all occupations. This promising outlook indicates a strong demand for Behavior Technician Specialists. For entry-level positions, the salary range for Behavior Technician Specialists typically falls between $20,000 and $45,000, highlighting the potential earnings for individuals starting their careers in this role.

Skills Learned

Upon completion of our Behavior Technician Specialist program you’ll learn a number of skills, including:

  • Provide a direct implementation of behavior-analytic services based on the BCBA’s recommendations
  • Reduce/avoid behaviors while understanding the motivational operations behind their 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
Registered Behavior Technician Training
Introduction to Human Anatomy and Medical Terminology

BEHAVIOR TECHNICIAN SPECIALIST JOB POSSIBILITIES

Daycare
Supervisor

$18,000 – $76,000
ESTIMATED SALARY

Registered Behavior
Technician

$20,000 – $45,000
ESTIMATED SALARY

Direct Care
Staff

$15,000 – $41,000
ESTIMATED SALARY

ISSUING AUTHORITY

RBT

Registered Behavior Technician

Start the process to earn your RBT certification and become a Registered Behavior Technician with training through MedCerts and taking the BACB (Behavior Analyst Certification Board) authorized exam.

PLEASE NOTE: This training program is based on the Registered Behavior Technician Task List (2nd ed.) and is designed to meet the 40-hour training requirement for RBT credential. The program is offered independent of the BACB. There are additional requirements (outside of training and examination) mandated by the BACB for those on the path to earning the RBT designation. Visit www.bacb.com/rbt for more information.

BEHAVIOR TECHNICIAN SPECIALIST PAYMENT OPTIONS

In addition to the following payment options, we offer special corporate volume pricing. Visit the Corporate page for details.

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.

Pay for your training with an education loan through Meritize.

Complete the course registration process to reserve your seat using one of these options.

 

Many employers have education programs or will pay for continued education! Select “Corporate Invoice” if you need an invoice to process payment through company training tuition assistance/reimbursement plans. 

DO YOU NEED HELP PAYING FOR YOUR CERTIFICATION PROGRAM?​

Many employers offer education assistance programs. Download the brochures to show your employer the benefit of upskilling their employees.

PROGRAM COMPARISONS

PROFESSIONAL WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT Community College
Program & Tuition Cost
$5,000 average
Up to $20,000
Exam Fees, Books & Materials
Included
Up to $750
Job Ready In
3–6 months
24–48 months
Schedule Flexibility
On-demand 24/7
Set class schedule
Travel Requirements
None: 100% online
On-campus classrooms
Student Support
Personal Advisors: text, call and email access
Professors: scheduled office hours
Career Coaching
Exam-tailor + soft-skill training to build well-rounded careers
Exam-based + prerequisites and electives to meet credit
Content Delivery
3D animations, immersive environments, interactive activities, game-based learning
Professor lectures

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FAQ

Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) works in clinical settings under the supervision of Board-Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBA) to provide treatment plans for patients like autistic children or developmentally disabled adults. The field is focused on science, human behavior, and how to alleviate problematic behaviors in individuals. RBTs may also work in schools or home settings to assist patients in reducing problematic behaviors or learning daily living skills. 

No, this program does not count for college credit. 

Yes, our program is fully online and asynchronous. 

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