Kentucky requires state licensure for behavior analysts. Here's what that means for practitioners and operators in KY.
Licensure required · Since 2010Updated April 2026Follows BACB guidelines; ABA Licensing Board may set additional standards
Allowed — telehealth ABA permitted statewide
BCBA certification required for licensure
Kentucky was among the earliest states to enact behavior analyst licensure in 2010. The Applied Behavior Analysis Licensing Board oversees all licensing. BCBA certification is a prerequisite for licensure. Kentucky mandates insurance coverage for ABA therapy.
Yes. Kentucky enacted licensure in 2010, making it one of the earliest states to regulate behavior analysts. The Applied Behavior Analysis Licensing Board administers all licensing.
The Kentucky Applied Behavior Analysis Licensing Board is a dedicated board that oversees behavior analyst licensure in the state, handling applications, renewals, and complaints.
Yes. Kentucky mandates commercial insurance coverage for ABA therapy for individuals with an autism diagnosis.
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