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Licensed Behavior Analyst CE Requirements in Utah

This page summarizes the current CE requirements for the Licensed Behavior Analyst (LBA) / BCBA license in Utah — renewal model, mandated topics, live/interactive rules, and home-study limits — with links to the official regulator.

32CE hours / cycle
2 yrrenewal cycle
0 hlive / interactive required
4 hethics required
Full Utah Licensed Behavior Analyst requirements
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Licensed Behavior Analyst

Licensed Behavior Analyst (LBA) / BCBA
32hours / 2-year renewal cycle
No live / interactive hours required — all hours may be self-study
Mandated topics
  • Ethics — 4 h
  • Supervision — 3 hOnly required for certificants who supervise trainees/serve as a supervisor (BACB standard). BACB raises this to 4 supervision CEUs effective Jan 1, 2027.

Home study: No Utah-specific cap. BACB permits recorded/online 'Learning' CEUs; there is no live/synchronous minimum under the BACB standard.

Board notes: Utah licenses behavior analysts (LBA) and assistant behavior analysts through DOPL under the Behavior Analyst Licensing Act (Utah Code Title 58, Chapter 61, Part 7) and Rule R156-61a. R156-61a contains NO continuing-education section (its sections are -701 Title, -702 Definitions, -704 Renewal Cycle/Procedures, -705/-705a Qualifications, -710 Unprofessional Conduct); R156-61-403 (psychologist CE) does not apply to behavior analysts. Instead, DOPL's official Behavioral Analyst renewal page lists renewal requirements as the renewal fee plus 'Current BCBA Certification,' with licenses expiring September 30 of even-numbered years. Utah therefore defers entirely to the BACB: the effective CE requirement equals the BACB recertification standard of 32 CEUs per 2-year cycle, including at least 4 ethics CEUs and 3 supervision CEUs (supervisors only). Upcoming: effective Jan 1, 2027 the BACB supervision requirement rises from 3 to 4 CEUs for supervisors (32 total and 4 ethics unchanged); BACB also broadened the 'ethics CEU' definition (March 2025) to include cultural/contextual responsiveness events.

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Frequently asked questions
How many CE hours does a Licensed Behavior Analyst need in Utah?

A Licensed Behavior Analyst must complete 32 CE / continuing-education hours every 2 years in Utah. That total includes 4 hours of ethics.

Are there required CE topics for Licensed Behavior Analyst in Utah?

Yes. Utah requires the following CE topics for Licensed Behavior Analyst: Ethics (4 h); Supervision (3 h).

Can Licensed Behavior Analyst CE be completed online in Utah?

Generally yes — Utah does not require live or interactive hours for Licensed Behavior Analyst, so approved online / home-study CE can typically satisfy the requirement. Home-study note: No Utah-specific cap. BACB permits recorded/online 'Learning' CEUs; there is no live/synchronous minimum under the BACB standard..

What else should Licensed Behavior Analyst renewals know in Utah?

Utah licenses behavior analysts (LBA) and assistant behavior analysts through DOPL under the Behavior Analyst Licensing Act (Utah Code Title 58, Chapter 61, Part 7) and Rule R156-61a. R156-61a contains NO continuing-education section (its sections are -701 Title, -702 Definitions, -704 Renewal Cycle/Procedures, -705/-705a Qualifications, -710 Unprofessional Conduct); R156-61-403 (psychologist CE) does not apply to behavior analysts. Instead, DOPL's official Behavioral Analyst renewal page lists renewal requirements as the renewal fee plus 'Current BCBA Certification,' with licenses expiring September 30 of even-numbered years. Utah therefore defers entirely to the BACB: the effective CE requirement equals the BACB recertification standard of 32 CEUs per 2-year cycle, including at least 4 ethics CEUs and 3 supervision CEUs (supervisors only). Upcoming: effective Jan 1, 2027 the BACB supervision requirement rises from 3 to 4 CEUs for supervisors (32 total and 4 ethics unchanged); BACB also broadened the 'ethics CEU' definition (March 2025) to include cultural/contextual responsiveness events.

Other Utah licenses
LCSW in Utah40 CE hours every 2 yearsCMHC in Utah40 CE hours every 2 yearsLicensed Psychologist in Utah48 CE hours every 2 yearsLMFT in Utah40 CE hours every 2 years
Licensed Behavior Analyst CE requirements in other states
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Updated August 2026 from official licensing-board, regulatory-college, and government sources. CE / CPD requirements change often — always confirm current rules directly with your licensing board or regulator before you renew. Informational only, not legal advice.