Obtain Certification
Learn more about the certification process, eligibility requirements, how to apply, and upcoming exam dates.
Resources
Find information on the Content Outline, Code of Ethics, Reference List, & Sample Questions.
Maintain Certification
Information about the recertification process and continuing education.
Our Mission
Provide credentialing programs that preserve and promote a progressive approach to ABA as a treatment method for ASD.
These programs use a rigorous and defensible combination of assessment formats to recognize individuals who meet a high standard of practice.
PBAAC News & Updates
New Certification Program Differentiates Professionals Treating Individuals with ASD
First-ever program credentialing Autism Professionals in a Progressive Approach to ABA launches Leaders in the field of Progressive...
Message from the PBAAC
We want to express our deepest concern for the health and safety of everyone around the world in...
Application and Exam Fees WAIVED for First Exam Administration!
The Progressive Behavior Analyst Autism Council™ is pleased to announce that the application and exam fee will be...
What is Progressive ABA?
Progressive ABA is a philosophical approach in which interventionists, supervisors, and applied researchers employ a structured yet flexible approach to behavior change. All efforts are contingent upon and responsive to the individual’s progress. To do this, the Certified Progressive Behavior Analyst – Autism Professional™ uses the best available evidence in combination with advanced knowledge of basic principles and constant in-the-moment assessments to inform effective and caring intervention. This results in an approach that is grounded in science, socially-valid, and always progressing.
WHAT MAKES US DIFFERENT?
The PBAAC is committed to providing a fair, impartial, and objective certification process. Therefore, all candidates must meet the established eligibility requirements and pass a (1) multiple choice question examination that includes video based questions, and (2) submitting a content presentation that will be evaluated by subject matter experts.