North Dakota
North Dakota established behavior analyst licensure in 2011 under the Board of Integrative Health Care (which also regulates music therapists and acupuncturists). Applicants must hold BACB certification and pass the BACB exam before applying. Biennial renewal on even years (December 31). License by endorsement available for those already licensed in another state.
Quick Reference
Licensing Board
North Dakota State Board of Integrative Health Care
License Verification
Online verification available
BACB Certification
BACB certification required
Available License Types
Detailed Requirements
Must complete BACB-approved course sequence. Master's degree required for BCBA certification pathway.
Must complete BACB-required supervised fieldwork (1,500-2,000 hours). Experience verified through BACB certification.
Must pass BACB certification exam before applying for state license. No additional state exam required.
Biennial renewal, expires December 31st of even-numbered years. $100 active renewal, $75 inactive renewal. 32 CEUs required per cycle (including 4 ethics, 3 supervision for supervisors). $75 late fee for lapsed licenses. Compliance verified through random audit.
Initial License: $500 (prorated for cycle) + $50 one-time application fee = $550 total initial. Renewal: $100 (active), $75 (inactive). Late Fee: $75.
BACB certification required. Must pass BACB exam BEFORE applying for state license. Must maintain 32 CEUs per 2-year cycle (same as BACB requirement).
North Dakota's Board of Integrative Health Care is unusual - it regulates behavior analysts alongside music therapists and acupuncturists. License by endorsement available for practitioners already licensed in another state. Initial fee is prorated based on where you are in the licensing cycle. Board contact: Erin Stephany, M.S., BCBA, LABA (218) 791-0908. Random audit system for CE compliance.
Licensure law enacted in 2011. Board established same year to protect citizens by regulating behavior analysts, music therapists, and acupuncturists.
Additional Information
North Dakota was an early adopter of behavior analyst licensure (2011). Unique regulatory structure: the Board of Integrative Health Care oversees behavior analysts, music therapists, and acupuncturists together. Highest initial fee among states at $550 ($500 license + $50 app). License by endorsement streamlines process for those moving from other states. Board executive is herself a BCBA - Erin Stephany, M.S., BCBA, LABA.
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Disclaimer: This information is provided for general reference purposes. Requirements may change. Always verify current requirements with the official North Dakota State Board of Integrative Health Care. Last updated: Jan 20, 2026.