New Mexico
New Mexico does not have state licensure requirements for behavior analysts. Practitioners need only BACB certification (BCBA/BCBA-D or BCaBA) to practice. However, New Mexico Health Care Authority requires valid BACB certification for ABA services through the Medical Assistance Program (Medicaid).
Quick Reference
Licensing Board
None - No state licensing board for behavior analysts
License Verification
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BACB Certification
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Available License Types
Detailed Requirements
No state-specific requirements. Follow BACB pathway: Master's degree for BCBA (270+ hours graduate coursework in behavior analysis), Bachelor's degree for BCaBA.
No state-specific requirements. Follow BACB requirements: 1,500-2,000 hours supervised fieldwork for BCBA, 1,000-1,500 hours for BCaBA.
No state exam required. BACB certification exam only.
No state renewal required. Maintain BACB certification: 32 CEUs every 2 years for BCBA (including 4 ethics and 3 supervision), 20 CEUs for BCaBA.
No state license fees. BACB certification fees only: BCBA exam $175, certification $105 (if applicable). Recertification $125 annually.
BACB certification is the sole requirement for practice. NM Health Care Authority requires BACB certification (BCBA/BCBA-D) for Medicaid ABA reimbursement (Stage 2 Assessment and Stage 3 Treatment).
New Mexico is one of approximately 11 states without state-level behavior analyst licensure. BACB certification effectively required for Medicaid services through NM Health Care Authority. NM Regulation and Licensing Department may require background check for some settings. University of New Mexico offers ABA programs.
As of 2025, no ABA licensure legislation has been enacted in New Mexico. Medicaid requires BACB certification for reimbursement.
Additional Information
New Mexico does not require state licensure for behavior analysts - one of about 11 states without state-level regulation. However, the NM Health Care Authority requires BACB certification for Medicaid ABA services, making national certification effectively mandatory for most practitioners. University of New Mexico offers graduate programs in special education with behavior analysis emphasis.
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Disclaimer: This information is provided for general reference purposes. Requirements may change. Always verify current requirements with the official None - No state licensing board for behavior analysts. Last updated: Jan 20, 2026.