Licensing Guide · Colorado (CO)
ABA Therapy Licensing in Colorado
Licensure Status
No state licensure law
Licensing Board
N/A — No state board
Year Enacted
N/A
Supervision & Telehealth
Supervision Ratio
Follows BACB guidelines (1:6–8 BCBA to RBT ratio recommended)
Telehealth
Allowed — no specific restrictions on telehealth ABA
BACB Recognition
BCBA certification recognized for insurance and Medicaid reimbursement
Key Requirements in Colorado
Colorado does not require state licensure for behavior analysts. Practitioners must hold active BACB certification. Colorado mandates insurance coverage for ABA therapy and has a growing ABA provider network, particularly along the Front Range.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Colorado require behavior analyst licensure?
No. Colorado does not have a state licensure law for behavior analysts. BACB certification is sufficient to practice, though providers must comply with BACB standards.
Is ABA therapy covered by insurance in Colorado?
Yes. Colorado mandates commercial insurance coverage for ABA therapy. Coverage details vary by plan, but most commercial plans cover ABA for individuals with an autism diagnosis.
Are there efforts to enact licensure in Colorado?
Advocacy groups have pushed for state licensure in Colorado to strengthen consumer protections, but no law has been enacted as of 2026. BACB certification remains the primary credential.
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