Knowledge Base
BCBA Fieldwork Resources
Everything you need to know about logging hours, meeting BACB compliance thresholds, and preparing for certification.
Core Requirements
4 guidesBCBA Fieldwork Hours: Complete 2026 Guide
Understand total hours, monthly limits, the 5-year window, and combining fieldwork types.
BCBA Supervision Requirements Explained
Learn the rules for supervision percentages, individual vs. group sessions, and supervisor qualifications.
Restricted vs. Unrestricted Fieldwork Activities
A breakdown of the 60% unrestricted requirement and examples of what counts as unrestricted time.
2027 BACB Requirement Changes
What you need to know about the new thresholds effective January 1, 2027.
Documentation & Compliance
3 guidesM-FVF Guide: Monthly Fieldwork Verification Form
How and when to sign the M-FVF, and what happens if you miss a deadline.
BCBA Fieldwork Documentation Requirements
The exact fields you must record for every independent hour and supervised contact.
BCBA Client Observation Requirements Guide
Understand the current 1-session rule and the upcoming 2027 cumulative minutes requirement.
Comparison & Preparation
2 guidesIndustry & Career
1 guideCandidate Guides
7 guidesHow to Find a BCBA Supervisor
Where to look, what to ask, and red flags to avoid when choosing a fieldwork supervisor.
Changing Supervisors Mid-Fieldwork
What happens to your hours when you switch jobs, supervisors, or relocate.
Concentrated vs. Supervised Fieldwork
Side-by-side comparison to help you pick the right fieldwork pathway.
BCBA Exam Prep Guide
Study plan, top resources, and pass rate data to help you pass on your first try.
From RBT to BCBA
The complete career progression roadmap — timeline, costs, and what to expect.
Remote & Telehealth Fieldwork
Rules for remote supervision, telehealth hours, and state licensure complications.
Common Fieldwork Mistakes
The top 10 errors that delay certification and how to avoid every one of them.