Tiered Model Documents, Forms, and Policies
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Programs Seeking Recognition
Application Materials:
Once your program is deemed eligible to apply, you will receive access to the online application. Programs can begin compiling information related to each standard using the documents below.
Additional Resources
- Guidance for Transitioning to the Tiered Model (updated October 2024) - See the document or News for additional details
- Guidance for Supervised Experiential Learning
- All "a" tiers require supervised experiential learning.
- Guidance for Thesis or Equivalent Standard (updated August 2023)
- All tiers at the graduate level must require a thesis or equivalent project.
- Guidance for Separating Programs
- Tiered Model of Education Readiness Assessment
- NEW: VCS Optional Annual Report - 2024 (instructions) (report form)
- ABAI invites all behavior analysis training programs (not yet accredited or recognized) to complete the annual report form. The purpose of this annual report is to identify the mechasim in place to collect required outcomes data necessary for ABAI recognition and accreditation.
- Sample Syllabi: The Accreditation Board reviewed and published exemplary syllabi for some content areas. The purpose of this resource is to provide programs with examples that they reference rather than replicate.
- Note: These sample syllabi are published in isolation and therefore the scope and type of curriculum must be considered while reviewing the contents. Duplicating one of these sample syllabi may not serve your program well and does not necessarily guarantee the other parts of the curriculum cover the necessary requirements. Some of these courses are presented in companion with other courses and content areas, offered as electives in addition to the required hours, or are intended to fulfill only some of the required content areas hours.
- Syllabus Review: Programs transitioning to the Tiered Model standards may submit completed syllabi for review, prior to implementing it in the new curriculum and applying for recognition.
Preparing for the Review Meeting
Recognized Programs
Recognition Policies