Licensing Guide · Kansas (KS)
ABA Therapy Licensing in Kansas
Licensure Status
State licensure required
Licensing Board
Behavioral Sciences Regulatory Board
Year Enacted
2014
Supervision & Telehealth
Supervision Ratio
Behavioral Sciences Regulatory Board sets supervision standards; follows BACB guidelines as baseline
Telehealth
Allowed — telehealth ABA permitted with appropriate consent
BACB Recognition
BCBA certification required for licensure
Key Requirements in Kansas
Kansas enacted behavior analyst licensure in 2014 under the Behavioral Sciences Regulatory Board. The board oversees licensing for multiple behavioral health professions. BCBA certification is required for licensure applications.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Kansas require behavior analyst licensure?
Yes. Kansas enacted licensure in 2014 through the Behavioral Sciences Regulatory Board. Practitioners must hold BCBA certification and a state license.
What board regulates behavior analysts in Kansas?
The Kansas Behavioral Sciences Regulatory Board oversees behavior analyst licensing along with other behavioral health professions.
Is ABA therapy covered by insurance in Kansas?
Yes. Kansas mandates commercial insurance coverage for ABA therapy for individuals with an autism diagnosis.
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