Licensing Guide · Rhode Island (RI)
ABA Therapy Licensing in Rhode Island
Licensure Status
State licensure required
Licensing Board
Department of Health
Year Enacted
2012
Supervision & Telehealth
Supervision Ratio
Follows BACB guidelines; Department of Health oversees supervision standards
Telehealth
Allowed — telehealth ABA permitted statewide
BACB Recognition
BCBA certification required for licensure
Key Requirements in Rhode Island
Rhode Island enacted behavior analyst licensure in 2012 under the Department of Health. BCBA certification is required for licensure. Rhode Island mandates insurance coverage for ABA therapy.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Rhode Island require behavior analyst licensure?
Yes. Rhode Island enacted licensure in 2012 through the Department of Health. All practicing behavior analysts must hold a state license.
What department licenses behavior analysts in Rhode Island?
The Rhode Island Department of Health oversees behavior analyst licensure in the state.
Is ABA therapy covered by insurance in Rhode Island?
Yes. Rhode Island mandates commercial insurance coverage for ABA therapy for individuals with an autism diagnosis.
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