Licensing Guide · Tennessee (TN)
ABA Therapy Licensing in Tennessee
Licensure Status
State licensure required
Licensing Board
Applied Behavior Analyst Licensing Committee
Year Enacted
2014
Supervision & Telehealth
Supervision Ratio
Follows BACB guidelines; Licensing Committee oversees supervision standards
Telehealth
Allowed — telehealth ABA permitted statewide
BACB Recognition
BCBA certification required for licensure
Key Requirements in Tennessee
Tennessee enacted behavior analyst licensure in 2014 under the Applied Behavior Analyst Licensing Committee. BCBA certification is required. Tennessee mandates insurance coverage for ABA therapy and has a growing provider network in Nashville and Memphis.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Tennessee require behavior analyst licensure?
Yes. Tennessee enacted licensure in 2014 through the Applied Behavior Analyst Licensing Committee. All practicing behavior analysts must hold a state license.
What oversees behavior analyst licensing in Tennessee?
The Tennessee Applied Behavior Analyst Licensing Committee oversees behavior analyst licensure and regulation.
Is ABA covered by insurance in Tennessee?
Yes. Tennessee mandates commercial insurance coverage for ABA therapy for individuals with an autism diagnosis.
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