Ohio requires state licensure for behavior analysts. Here's what that means for practitioners and operators in OH.
Licensure required · Since 2013Updated April 2026Board of Psychology sets supervision standards; follows BACB guidelines
Allowed — telehealth ABA permitted statewide
BCBA certification required for licensure
Ohio enacted behavior analyst licensure in 2013 under the Board of Psychology. BCBA certification is required. Ohio has strong insurance mandates with no annual dollar cap for ABA coverage and a large provider network across the state.
Yes. Ohio enacted licensure in 2013. The Board of Psychology oversees behavior analyst licensing in the state.
The Ohio Board of Psychology oversees behavior analyst licensure alongside psychologist licensing.
No. Ohio mandates commercial insurance coverage for ABA therapy with no annual dollar cap, making it one of the strongest coverage states.
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