Maine does not require state licensure for behavior analysts. Here's what that means for practitioners and operators in ME.
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
Maine does not require state licensure for behavior analysts. Practitioners must hold active BACB certification. Maine mandates insurance coverage for ABA therapy for individuals with autism.
No. Maine does not have a state licensure law for behavior analysts. BACB certification is the primary credential recognized for practice.
Yes. Maine 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 state license required. RBTs must work under BCBA supervision per BACB standards.
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