Supervised experience as required by BACB certification standards (typically 1,500+ hours). Supervision must be provided by an Arizona-licensed behavior analyst.

Must pass the BACB certification exam. BACB is the only national certification board recognized by the Arizona Board of Psychologist Examiners.

32 continuing education units (CEUs) every two years, including 4 in ethics. Supervisors need 3 additional CEUs specifically about supervision. DPS fingerprint clearance card must be maintained.

Application Fee: $350 (non-refundable). Initial License Fee: $500 (upon approval). Reapplication Fee: $200. Supervised Temporary Licensure Application: $200. Telehealth Registry: $600 (one-time, no renewal). Fee waivers available for low-income applicants and military spouses.

BACB certification is required but does not constitute a license to practice in Arizona. State licensure through Board of Psychologist Examiners is mandatory in addition to BACB certification. BACB is the only recognized national certification board.

Arizona DPS fingerprint clearance card required for all applications. Telehealth Registry available for out-of-state practitioners ($600) - does NOT grant supervision privileges or serve as a license. National Practitioner Data Bank (NPDB) self-query required for telehealth registry. Practicing without a license is a class 2 misdemeanor under A.R.S. Section 32-2091.12.

Telehealth Registry now accepting online applications for out-of-state practitioners. Fee waivers now available under A.R.S. § 41-1080.01 for military spouses, veterans (within 2 years of discharge), and low-income applicants.