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What are the best RBT 40-Hour Training Courses in 2026?

To help aspiring behavior technicians and organizations make an informed decision when selecting a training provider, we’ve published an updated 2026 guide comparing courses with the highest pass rates.

This article includes:

• Updated 2025 RBT exam pass rate data

• Comparisons of top training providers

• Insights into free vs paid course options

• Key considerations beyond cost alone

• Guidance for candidates who are not yet employed in the ABA field

I see posts on this sub frequently asking for guidance on fieldwork, especially unrestricted hours.

Trainees spend endless hours trying to:

* Figure out what counts as unrestricted
* Engage in meaningful activities that meet BACB-requirements
* Stay organized & meet documentation requirements
* Build actual BCBA-level competencies, not be stuck doing only restricted work

At the same time, supervisors want to:

* Create quality fieldwork experiences
* Provide consistent, quality supervision
* Balance supervision with an already overwhelming workload

Many clinicians are left piecing it together as they go.

That frustration is a huge part of why I created both my Behavior Analyst Trainee Workbook and BCBA Fieldwork Supervision Curriculum.

Trainees deserve more than random assignments and supervisors deserve the guidance to make it happen.

What challenges, if any, do you run into as either a supervisor or trainee?

Just sharing an article on the 2027 BACB updates!