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Full-length RBT exams
Complete RBT exam simulations that match the actual certification test. Practice with 75-question tests covering all six content areas, timed at 90 minutes with performance analysis and detailed explanations for every question.
Full study guides
Structured learning materials that build your RBT knowledge step by step. Our guides break down complex concepts into easily digestible content, with visual aids and practical examples.
Targeted quick quizzes
Master specific RBT content areas in just minutes a day. Our quizzes let you strengthen weak areas and adaptive question selection that helps you focus precisely where you need improvement.
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Study Guides
Professional conduct represents the final section of your RBT exam with essential ethical guidelines. Understanding your scope of practice, supervision […]
Documentation and reporting represent 10 essential questions on your RBT exam. Effective communication and accurate record-keeping ensure client safety, treatment […]
Behavior reduction represents 12 critical questions on your RBT exam. Understanding intervention strategies for challenging behaviors is essential for client […]
Skill acquisition represents the largest section of your RBT exam with 24 questions. RBT success requires understanding how to teach […]
Assessment drives effective ABA intervention planning. RBT candidates must understand assessment procedures because they represent critical components of individualized treatment. […]
Measurement forms the core of Applied Behavior Analysis practices. RBT candidates must master these concepts because measurement questions represent 12 […]
Frequently Asked Questions
01 What is the RBT exam?
The RBT (Registered Behavior Technician) exam is a certification examination administered by the Behavior Analyst Certification Board (BACB). It assesses your knowledge of the RBT Task List at a level consistent with that of an entry-level behavior technician who provides behavior-analytic services under supervision.
02 How long is the RBT exam?
The RBT exam comprises 85 multiple-choice questions with 90 minutes to complete. Each question has 4 possible answers with only 1 correct answer. Of these 85 questions, 75 are scored while 10 are unscored pilot questions.
03 Where to take the RBT exam?
The RBT exam is administered exclusively at authorized Pearson VUE testing sites and US military bases. Testing locations are available in the United States, Canada (except Quebec and Ontario), United Kingdom (until January 1, 2026), and Australia (until January 1, 2027). You must schedule your appointment through Pearson VUE after your application is approved.
04 How to pass the RBT exam?
To pass the RBT exam:
- Complete the required 40-hour training that meets BACB requirements
- Study the RBT Task List (2nd ed.) thoroughly
- Review materials from your 40-hour training and competency assessment
- Understand practical applications of behavior analysis principles
- Focus on the six content areas with their respective weightings
- Familiarize yourself with the RBT Ethics Code (2.0)
05 What questions are on the RBT exam?
The RBT exam covers six content areas with specific weightings:
- Measurement: 12 questions (16%)
- Assessment: 6 questions (8%)
- Skill Acquisition: 24 questions (32%)
- Behavior Reduction: 12 questions (16%)
- Documentation and Reporting: 10 questions (13%)
- Professional Conduct and Scope of Practice: 11 questions (15%)
06 Is the RBT exam hard?
The RBT exam difficulty varies by individual preparation and background. The BACB recommends thorough preparation using the RBT Task List and 40-hour training materials. Success depends on understanding practical applications of behavior analysis principles rather than memorization alone.
07 Can you take the RBT exam online?
No, the RBT exam cannot be taken online from home. The exam is administered using a computer-based testing (CBT) format exclusively at authorized Pearson VUE testing centers and qualifying US military bases. All testing occurs under supervised, secure conditions.
08 What is a passing score on the RBT exam?
The BACB uses the modified Angoff method to establish the passing score, which is criterion-referenced rather than percentage-based. This means your performance depends solely on demonstrating entry-level behavior technician knowledge, not competing against other test-takers. The exact passing score is not publicly disclosed.
09 How many times can you take the RBT exam?
You may retake the RBT exam for a maximum of 8 total attempts within a 12-month period following your initial examination approval. You must wait 7 days between each examination attempt. If you don’t pass after 8 attempts within the 12-month period, you must wait until your authorization period expires before reapplying.
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