Verified October 9, 2026 against the practice act, board rules and sources cited below. The board decides every application. All states
What BCBAs miss in Minnesota
- Only psychologists may use the title "behavior analyst" without this license, and only within their own scope; they may not call themselves licensed behavior analysts.
- Minnesota's practice requirement took effect January 1, 2025, so many agencies are still adjusting.
- There is no assistant license, so BCaBAs need no Minnesota credential but must work under a licensee.
Does Minnesota license behavior analysts?
Since January 1, 2025, practicing ABA in Minnesota requires a license from the Board of Psychology unless an exception applies; violations are misdemeanors. Applicants need current BCBA certification (or equivalent requirements and exam) and a state and FBI fingerprint background check. The application fee is $225.
- Licenses behavior analysts
- Licensed Behavior Analyst
- Licensure law enacted 2024
Citation: Minn. Stat. §§ 148.9981 to 148.9995
Can a BCBA licensed in another state get a Minnesota license by endorsement?
The statute has no separate endorsement route; BCBAs licensed elsewhere apply with current BACB certification like other applicants.
Does Minnesota have a state law exam or requirement?
No state exam. Applicants show current BCBA certification or equivalent requirements, including a psychometrically valid exam from a nationally accredited credentialing organization.
- No state law exam
Does Minnesota require fingerprints?
- Fingerprint background check
Does Minnesota license assistant behavior analysts?
No assistant license. A BCaBA practices as an unlicensed supervisee under the authority and direction of a licensed behavior analyst, in line with required supervision standards.
- No assistant credential
Do behavior technicians need a Minnesota credential?
Not credentialed. Unlicensed supervisees and trainees may provide ABA under the authority and direction of a licensed behavior analyst. Staff of chapter 245D disability service programs and school district employees working only for their district are also exempt.
- No technician credential
How often does a Minnesota behavior analyst license renew?
Licenses renew every two years with a $225 fee and proof of current national BCBA certification. A license more than 60 days overdue after notice is terminated.
- Renews every 2 years
Licensing in Minnesota?
For a license, we prepare the complete application, request your verifications and BACB documentation, and track it to a decision; you review, sign and submit. License by endorsement is $599 for a BCBA.