Delaware does not require state licensure for behavior analysts. Here's what that means for practitioners and operators in DE.
No state licensure · BACB onlyUpdated April 2026Follows BACB guidelines (1:6–8 BCBA to RBT ratio recommended)
Allowed — no specific restrictions on telehealth ABA
BCBA certification recognized for insurance and Medicaid reimbursement
Delaware does not require state licensure for behavior analysts. Practitioners must hold active BACB certification. Delaware mandates insurance coverage for ABA therapy for individuals with autism.
No. Delaware does not have a state licensure law for behavior analysts. BACB certification is the primary credential recognized for practice.
Yes. Delaware mandates commercial insurance coverage for ABA therapy for individuals with an autism diagnosis.
Providers need active BACB certification (BCBA, BCaBA, or RBT). There is no additional state license required. RBTs must work under BCBA supervision per BACB standards.
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