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Become a Registered Behavior Technician
There are a growing number of opportunities for registered behavior technicians, including jobs in psychiatric care, behavioral disorders, mental health, and education. This online course is designed to provide you with comprehensive knowledge to gain the essential skills you need to meet the 40-hour training component and begin a career as a registered behavior technician.
During the 40-hour registered behavior technician training course, you have access to a board-certified behavior analyst who will provide feedback on in-course assignments designed to specifically prepare you for the Initial Competency Assessment.
Job Outlook for Registered Behavior Technicians
According to Salary.com, the average registered behavior technician salary in the United States is $52,464 per year. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics predicts a 9% growth in jobs through 2031 for psychiatric technicians and aides. This equates to 12,500 newly created jobs.
In addition to new jobs from growth, the BLS also reports that opportunities will also arise from the need to replace workers who get promoted or retire. Around 16,500 job openings each year, on average, are projected to come from replacement needs over the next eight years.
Registered Behavior Technician FAQs
What kinds of jobs can I get as a registered behavior technician?
There are many opportunities for registered behavior technicians, including jobs as a psychiatric technician or aid, jobs working in behavioral disorders and mental health, and jobs in education.
Do I need to be certified as a registered behavior technician?
Yes. In order to become a registered behavior technician, you will need to get certified. This course meets the 40-hour training requirement of the Behavior Analyst Certification Board's certification process. It also includes a voucher for the BCBA certification exam but does not include the application fee. The voucher is prepaid access to sit for the certifying exam upon eligibility.
Course Objectives
- Summarize the role and the responsibilities of a registered behavior technician
- Measure operationally defined behaviors through data collection and graphical representation
- Determine a learner's current motivations and reinforcers
- Understand appropriate behavior analytic interventions based on observations and documentation
- Obtain ethical behavior that upholds the rights and dignity of learners
Prerequisites and Requirements
There are no prerequisites to take this online RBT course. To participate in the competency activities and receive feedback from your instructor, you will need to have access to a video camera (on the phone or other device of familiarity) and be able to upload the video as an .mp4 file to the assignment pages for review. These activities are required in order to successfully pass the course.