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Application Wizard - Behavior Analyst

Please choose one of the following:

I am a new graduate /trainee and want to apply for a full Behavior Analyst (BA) license

I have previously been issued a license to practice as a Behavior Analyst in the United States or Canada

I want to reactivate a Current Inactive Status Behavior Analyst license

I want to reinstate a lapsed or expired Behavior Analyst license.

   

Please choose one of the following:

I have never practiced this profession and/or held a license in another state or jurisdiction

I have previously practiced this profession and held a license in another state or jurisdiction

   

First Time License  

What you'll need in order to apply:

Applications for licensure as a Behavior Analyst are exclusively accepted online. Click the "Apply Now" button below to begin the online application process.

License in Another State or Jurisdiction  

What you'll need in order to apply:

Applications for licensure as a Behavior Analyst are exclusively accepted online. Click the "Apply Now" button below to begin the online application process.

Reinstate a Lapsed License  

You have indicated that you are interested in Reinstatement of your Behavior Analyst license.

Reinstatement occurs after the license has been expired for 2 years.  Do not complete this application if your license has been expired for less than 2 years or if you are trying to reactivate a license in inactive status. 

This Reinstatement application is a Word document that will need to be printed, filled out and sent to:

Virginia Board of Medicine
Perimeter Center 
9960 Mayland Drive, Suite 300
Henrico, Virginia 23233-1463

What you'll need to apply:

  • Review the Laws and Regulations governing the practice of Behavior Analysis
  • Carefully read through the Reinstatement application instructions
  • NPDB Self-Query: Complete the online Place a Self-Query Order form and verify your identity.
  • Verification of licenses to practice as an Assistant Behavior Analyst from all jurisdictions within the United States, its territories and possessions or Canada.
  • Evidence of competency to return to active practice (see application instructions for details).
  • Copies of documentation supporting any name change since your initial licensure in Virginia
  • If you answer yes to any question on the application from number 6 through number 18, provide documentation from your attorney (or you can provide a narrative explaining your answer). You will need court documentation for any convictions.
  • Completed Reinstatement application and check or money order made payable to the "Treasurer of Virginia" for the reinstatement fee amount indicated on the application. Fees are non-refundable.

Return an Inactive License to Active Status  

 

  • The Inactive to Active application is for licenses that are currently in a Current Inactive status. If you want to return to a Current Active status, contact the Board at 804-367-4600, Option 2 for an application.
  • If your license has been in an expired status for less than two-years, you are able to renew it using your established login credentials here. If you need assistance with your login credentials, contact our HelpDesk at 804-367-4444.
  • If your license has been in an expired status for more than two-years, will need to apply using the reinstatement application for your profession.

Please choose one of the following:

My Behavior Analyst license in the United States or Canada is in good standing.

Yes

No

   

Do you currently hold certification by the BACB obtained by meeting qualifications and passage of the examination required for certification as a BCBA®?

Yes

No

   

Do any of the following apply to you?

  • Denial of license or privilege of taking a licensure/competency exam by any testing entity or licensing authority
  • Conviction of a violation of local, state or federal statute, regulation or ordinance, or entrance into any plea agreement relating to a felony or misdemeanor. (Exclude traffic violations, except convictions for DUI and reckless driving)
  • Denial or voluntary surrender of clinical privileges for any reason
  • Placement on a corrective action plan, placement on probation or dismissal or suspension or request to withdraw from any professional school, training program, hospital, etc.
  • Termination from employment or resignation in lieu of termination from any training program, hospital, healthcare facility, healthcare provider, provider network or malpractice insurance carrier
  • Pending or past disciplinary action against your professional license/certification/permit/registration related to your practice of medicine
  • Voluntary withdrawal from any professional society while under investigation
  • Malpractice suits brought against you in the past ten (10) years

No, none of the above apply to me.

Yes, one or more of the above apply to me.

   

Licensure by Endorsement  

You have indicated that you meet the criteria to apply for licensure by Endorsement

What you'll need in order to apply:

  1. Application and Fee Payment
  2. Employment Chronology
  3. Professional License Verification
  4. NPDB Self-Query

To facilitate your license application process, please carefully review the Laws and Regulations that govern the practice of behavior analysis in Virginia along with the Application Instructions and Checklist  to ensure you have all necessary documents before starting your application.

Click the Apply Now button below to begin the online application process.

Mailing Address:
Virginia Board of Medicine
c/o Behavior Analysis Licensing
9960 Mayland Drive, Suite 300
Henrico, VA 23233-1463

You may not qualify for licensure as a Behavior Analyst by the board. Please contact the board at ba-medbd@dhp.virginia.gov.

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