update 2026/2027
When can you practice BA without a COBA? - Ans 1. if you are a licensed psychologist,
social worker, counseling, or MFT and ABA is within your scope
2. supervised by those above ^
3. supervised by a COBA
4. nonhuman or nonpatient practice (animals, OBM)
5. if you dont refer to yourself as a behavior analyst
6. post-grad trainee who is in ABA professional training
how long is COBA valid for? - Ans two years
when must you renew COBA? - Ans On or before the 31st day of august of each even
numbered year
What do you need to do when you renew COBA? - Ans 1. register with the state board of
psychology on a form prescribed by the board (provide personal info and numbers)
2. pay 150 dollars to the board secretary
What if you were issued a certificate for the first time on or before august 31st of an even-
numbered year? - Ans They will be required to renew on or before the 31st day of august
of the NEXT even numbered year.
How many CEs do you need to renew COBA? - Ans 23 with 4 of them being ethics,
professional conduct, or cultural competency