Licensing Guide · Illinois (IL)
ABA Therapy Licensing in Illinois
Licensure Status
State licensure required
Licensing Board
Dept. of Financial and Professional Regulation
Year Enacted
2022
Supervision & Telehealth
Supervision Ratio
State defines supervision standards through DFPR; follows BACB guidelines as baseline
Telehealth
Allowed — telehealth ABA permitted statewide
BACB Recognition
BCBA certification required for licensure application
Key Requirements in Illinois
Illinois enacted behavior analyst licensure in 2022 through the Dept. of Financial and Professional Regulation (DFPR). Practitioners must hold BCBA certification and obtain state licensure. Illinois also has strong insurance mandates for ABA coverage.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Illinois require behavior analyst licensure?
Yes. Illinois enacted licensure in 2022 under the Dept. of Financial and Professional Regulation. All practicing behavior analysts must hold a state license in addition to BACB certification.
What department handles behavior analyst licensing in Illinois?
The Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (DFPR) processes behavior analyst license applications, renewals, and handles regulatory oversight.
Is ABA therapy covered by insurance in Illinois?
Yes. Illinois mandates commercial insurance coverage for ABA therapy. Coverage details vary by plan and may include annual caps.
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