Public Acts 403 and 404 of 2016: Behavior Analyst Licensing in Michigan
The licensing acts support the mandate by setting who can practice ABA.
What the acts provide
Public Act 403
Establishes licensure for behavior analysts and assistant behavior analysts, based on Behavior Analyst Certification Board requirements.
Public Act 404
Establishes a licensing board for behavior analysts and assistant behavior analysts.
The board
Nine members: four behavior analysts, one assistant behavior analyst, one university-based behavior analyst, two public members and one physician.
Timing
The state autism program reports them in effect January 3, 2018. Behavior technicians must complete a training program based on the BACB task list.
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Public Acts 403 and 404 of 2016: Behavior Analyst Licensing in Michigan: short answers
Are these insurance laws?
No. They license the profession. The insurance mandate refers to board certified behavior analysts and licensed psychologists.
How do I verify a provider?
Through the state licensing agency listed on the state autism program page.
Why mention them to employers?
Provider credentials affect what a carrier will authorize.
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