Michigan
Michigan requires mandatory state licensure for behavior analysts and assistant behavior analysts. Licensing began January 7, 2020. LARA defers to BACB for qualifications - must hold and maintain BCBA or BCaBA certification. Applications submitted through MiPLUS online system. 4-year license cycle.
Quick Reference
Licensing Board
Michigan Board of Behavior Analysts (under LARA - Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs)
License Verification
Online verification available
BACB Certification
BACB certification required
Available License Types
Detailed Requirements
Must meet BACB certification requirements: Master's degree for BCBA, Bachelor's degree for BCaBA, with appropriate coursework in behavior analysis.
Must meet BACB supervised fieldwork requirements. Michigan defers to BACB standards for all experience requirements.
Must pass BACB certification examination (BCBA or BCaBA). No additional state exam required.
4-year renewal cycle. Must maintain current BACB certification. Required trainings: (1) 2 hours implicit bias training per year since June 1, 2021 for renewal; (2) One-time human trafficking identification training (beginning 2023 renewal cycle). CE requirements follow BACB standards (32 CEUs every 2 years).
Application/License Fee (4-year): $452.40. Renewal Fee (4-year): $374.40. Payments via credit card (Visa, MC, Amex, Discover). Processing time: 4-6 weeks.
BACB certification (BCBA or BCaBA) is required for state licensure. Michigan defers to BACB to set qualifications. Must maintain current BACB certification for license renewal. BACB sends certification verification directly to LARA.
Michigan has a 4-year license cycle (vs. typical 2-year). Required trainings: implicit bias (2 hours, ongoing) and human trafficking identification (one-time, since 2023). All applications online through MiPLUS system. BACB sends certification verification directly to LARA at BPLCustomerService@michigan.gov. Michigan ABA is the state professional organization.
Licensing began January 7, 2020 under administrative rules developed in 2019. Human trafficking training requirement added starting 2023 renewal cycle. VCS system ending December 31, 2025 - must use ABAI/APBA accreditation or attestation after 2026.
Additional Information
Michigan has one of the longest renewal cycles at 4 years (vs. typical 2 years). While the $452.40 initial fee seems high, it averages to only $113/year. Unique requirements include mandatory implicit bias training (2 hours/year) and one-time human trafficking identification training. Licensing began January 2020. Applications processed in 4-6 weeks via MiPLUS online system.
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Disclaimer: This information is provided for general reference purposes. Requirements may change. Always verify current requirements with the official Michigan Board of Behavior Analysts (under LARA - Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs). Last updated: Jan 20, 2026.