Licensing Guide · Maine (ME)
ABA Therapy Licensing in Maine
Licensure Status
No state licensure law
Licensing Board
N/A — No state board
Year Enacted
N/A
Supervision & Telehealth
Supervision Ratio
Follows BACB guidelines (1:6–8 BCBA to RBT ratio recommended)
Telehealth
Allowed — no specific restrictions on telehealth ABA
BACB Recognition
BCBA certification recognized for insurance and Medicaid reimbursement
Key Requirements in Maine
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Maine require behavior analyst licensure?
No. Maine does not have a state licensure law for behavior analysts. BACB certification is the primary credential recognized for practice.
Is ABA therapy covered by insurance in Maine?
Yes. Maine mandates commercial insurance coverage for ABA therapy for individuals with an autism diagnosis.
What credentials are needed to practice ABA in Maine?
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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