Licensing Guide · Massachusetts (MA)
ABA Therapy Licensing in Massachusetts
Licensure Status
State licensure required
Licensing Board
Board of Registration of Allied Mental Health
Year Enacted
2013
Supervision & Telehealth
Supervision Ratio
Follows BACB guidelines; board may set additional requirements
Telehealth
Allowed — telehealth ABA widely used across the state
BACB Recognition
BCBA certification required for licensure
Key Requirements in Massachusetts
Massachusetts enacted behavior analyst licensure in 2013 under the Board of Registration of Allied Mental Health. The state has one of the most developed ABA service networks in the country. ARICA (An Act Relative to Insurance Coverage for Autism) provides strong insurance mandates.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Massachusetts require behavior analyst licensure?
Yes. Massachusetts enacted licensure in 2013 through the Board of Registration of Allied Mental Health. All practicing behavior analysts must hold both BCBA certification and a state license.
What is the licensing board in Massachusetts?
The Board of Registration of Allied Mental Health oversees behavior analyst licensing in Massachusetts alongside other allied mental health professions.
How strong is ABA insurance coverage in Massachusetts?
Massachusetts has some of the strongest ABA insurance coverage in the country under ARICA. Commercial plans must cover ABA therapy, and the state Medicaid program also provides extensive ABA coverage.
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