Utah
Utah began licensing behavior analysts in 2015 under Title 58. DOPL administers licensure. Applicants must hold BCBA/BCBA-D certification (for LBA) or BCaBA (for LABA). Biennial renewal on September 30 of even years. Criminal background check required. Licensure by endorsement available for those licensed in other states.
Quick Reference
Licensing Board
Utah Division of Professional Licensing (DOPL) - Department of Commerce
License Verification
Online verification available
BACB Certification
BACB certification required
Available License Types
Detailed Requirements
LBA: BCBA or BCBA-D certification (master's degree in behavior analysis, psychology, education, or related field). LABA: BCaBA certification (bachelor's degree pathway).
Experience verified through BACB certification. BCBA requires minimum 1,500 hours supervised fieldwork.
Must pass BACB certification exam. No additional state exam required.
Biennial renewal, expires September 30 of even-numbered years. $103 renewal fee for both LBA and LABA. Renewal notices mailed 60 days before expiration to address on record. Note: Continuing education provisions exist in law but DOPL has not yet defined specific state CE requirements - follow BACB standards.
LBA Initial: $120 (non-refundable). LABA Initial: $120. Biennial Renewal: $103.
BACB certification required. Must provide proof of current BCBA/BCBA-D or BCaBA certification. CE requirements default to BACB standards since Utah has not yet defined specific state requirements.
Utah has not yet defined specific state CE requirements (law includes provisions but DOPL hasn't finalized rules) - follow BACB standards for now. Four psychology license classifications: Psychologist, Certified Psychology Resident, Behavior Analyst, Assistant Behavior Analyst. 2024 law amended Title 58 adding Behavioral Health Technician and Behavioral Health Coach licenses. Military resources available for service members and spouses. Contact: (801) 530-6628, dopl@utah.gov.
2015: Utah began licensing behavior analysts under Title 58. 2024: New law amended Title 58 adding licenses for Behavioral Health Technicians and Behavioral Health Coaches.
Additional Information
Utah's CE requirements are in flux - law includes provisions but DOPL hasn't finalized specific rules. For now, follow BACB standards. Affordable fees: $120 application, $103 biennial renewal. September 30 even-year renewal cycle is unique. Licensure by endorsement available for those already licensed in other states. Utah ABA (ut-aba.org) provides local regulatory updates and CE opportunities.
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Disclaimer: This information is provided for general reference purposes. Requirements may change. Always verify current requirements with the official Utah Division of Professional Licensing (DOPL) - Department of Commerce. Last updated: Jan 20, 2026.