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To get an RBT certification in Delaware, you’ll need to complete the national standards for Registered Behavior Technician certification set by the Behavior Analyst Certification Board (BACB).
However, to work in the state as an RBT, you’ll also need a state-issued paraeducator permit. The good news is that the RBT certification fulfills the education requirements for the para permit which you can apply for here.
Step 1: Meet basic requirements.
Before starting your pathway to RBT certification in Delaware, you must be at least 18 years old. You’ll also need a high school diploma or its equivalent.
Step 2: Complete the training.
A significant step in getting an RBT certification in Delaware is completing your training. The BACB requires you to complete 40 hours of training in core clinical areas. This training teaches you about foundational Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) principles, including:
- Ethical conduct.
- Teaching skills.
- Data collection.
- Managing challenging behaviors.
- Implementing individualized interventions.
- Supervision requirements and scope of practice.
There’s some flexibility with the time you can take to complete training. Still, your training must be at least 5 days long and last no more than 180 days.
You can find an RBT training program in a few ways. If you’re currently working in the field, your employer may offer this training on site. You can also explore local programs in your area or online. If you’re in college, your university may offer this training as part of your behavior analysis courses.
Step 3: Pass a competency assessment.
Once you finish your training, you complete the competency assessment. Qualified assessors, Board Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBAs) or Board Certified Assistant Behavior Analysts (BCaBAs), can conduct these assessments.
This hands-on evaluation showcases your skills in behavior reduction, measurement, skill acquisition, and professionalism. Your assessor will review your demonstration of skills and competency through direct observation, conversation, and role play.
Step 4: Pass the RBT exam.
This multiple-choice test covers core ABA concepts you learned in training and administered at an approved testing center. To apply for your assessment, create an account on the BACB website and submit the following:
- Your 40-hour training certificate
- Your competency assessment form
- The RBT application attestation form (included confirmation of passing a background check)
After approval, you can schedule and take your final RBT exam.
Is now a good time to become an RBT in Delaware?
Now is an excellent time to get started as an RBT in Delaware, especially if you’re interested in working in a school setting. With an above-average job growth rate, the Bureau of Labor Statistics projects a 16% increase over the next decade.
What does a typical workday look like?
A behavioral health technician’s day usually follows the school schedule. While no two days are the same, RBTs provide hands-on support to address students’ daily behavioral and learning needs. This role is vital to creating a safe, structured, and supportive learning environment. Here’s what you’ll do when working as a school-based RBT:
- Supporting students during classroom instruction
- Assisting with transitions between activities
- Implementing behavior intervention plans under supervision
- Observing and documenting student behavior
- Providing individual or small-group support
- Communicating with teachers and support staff
As an RBT, you play a key role in helping students develop social, communication, and self-regulation skills. With your support, students can gain the tools to participate in school activities independently and flourish in both their academic and social lives.
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At Pediatric Therapeutic Services, a Kelly Company, we're here to help you move your career forward. We hire behavior technicians, registered behavior technicians, behavior specialist consultants, BCBAs, school social workers, and LSW or LCSW for behavioral & mental health therapy.
When you work with us, you’ll enjoy real work-life balance and make a difference in the lives of students. You can expect:
- Weekly, competitive pay
- Compensation for documentation
- Work-free nights, weekends, and holidays
- Variable work options, caseload possibilities, and clinical ladders
- Access to mentorship
- Free professional development
- Collaboration with our national provider network
Learn more about joining our team as a school-based behavior technician by filling out our form. One of recruiters will reach out to talk with you about our opportunities.
