New York requires state licensure for behavior analysts. Here's what that means for practitioners and operators in NY.
Licensure required · Since 2014Updated April 2026Education Dept. sets supervision standards; follows BACB guidelines as baseline
Allowed — telehealth ABA permitted statewide
BCBA certification required for licensure
New York enacted behavior analyst licensure in 2014 through the Education Dept., Office of the Professions. This places behavior analyst licensing under the same authority as other licensed professions in the state. BCBA certification is required. New York has no annual cap on ABA insurance coverage.
Yes. New York enacted licensure in 2014 through the Education Dept., Office of the Professions. All practicing behavior analysts must hold a state license.
The New York State Education Dept., Office of the Professions handles behavior analyst licensing, placing it under the same regulatory authority as other licensed professions.
No. New York's autism insurance mandate has no annual dollar cap on ABA therapy. Coverage is required for all fully-insured plans through age 21.
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