Hawaii requires state licensure for behavior analysts. Here's what that means for practitioners and operators in HI.
Licensure required · Since 2015Updated April 2026Follows BACB guidelines; state board oversees supervision standards
Allowed — telehealth critical for inter-island ABA service delivery
BCBA certification required for licensure
Hawaii enacted behavior analyst licensure in 2015 under the Dept. of Commerce and Consumer Affairs. Telehealth is particularly important in Hawaii for serving families on neighbor islands. BCBA certification is required for licensure.
Yes. Hawaii enacted licensure in 2015 through the Dept. of Commerce and Consumer Affairs. BCBA certification is required as part of the license application.
Yes. Telehealth is critical in Hawaii for delivering ABA services to families on neighbor islands where in-person providers may be limited. The state supports telehealth ABA delivery.
Applicants must hold active BCBA certification, pass a background check, and submit an application through the Dept. of Commerce and Consumer Affairs. Licenses must be renewed periodically.
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