BCBA Practice Test 2026 — Free BCBA Exam Prep Questions
The BCBA exam is the graduate-level certification exam for behavior analysts who design and supervise applied behavior analysis services. Our practice questions are mapped to the nine domains of the BCBA Test Content Outline (6th ed.), from concepts and measurement to ethics and supervision, with an explanation for every answer choice.
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BCBA format, scoring & key facts
Computer-based, in person only, at Pearson VUE test centers and US military bases (United States; Canada except Quebec and Ontario; Australia until January 1, 2027). English only. No calculator or scratch paper is allowed; a dry-erase board is provided. Breaks are unscheduled and the clock keeps running.
| Questions | 185 multiple-choice questions (175 scored + 10 unscored), 4 options each |
|---|---|
| Time | 4 hours |
| Content outline | BCBA Test Content Outline (6th ed.), used since January 1, 2025: 104 tasks in 9 domains |
| Ethics | Ethics Code for Behavior Analysts, in effect since January 1, 2022 |
| Scoring | Pass/fail on the overall exam (modified Angoff passing standard) |
| Calculator | None; calculators and scratch paper are prohibited, and a dry-erase board is provided |
| Delivery | In person at Pearson VUE test centers; English only |
| Retakes | Up to 8 attempts in 2 years, 30 days apart |
| Eligibility | Master's degree or higher, behavior-analytic coursework or an accredited ABA degree, and 2,000 supervised fieldwork hours (1,500 concentrated) |
| First-time pass rate | 51% in 2025 |
Facts last verified Oct 21, 2026. Source: www.bacb.com/wp-content/bcba-outline-6thEd. Always confirm details with BACB before your exam.
When can you take the BCBA?
The exam is continuously available. After your application is approved, schedule an appointment through your Pearson VUE account.
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What the BCBA covers
Every PrepBanq BCBA test mirrors the official domain weights.
Domain distribution
% of the exam| Content domain | Weight | ≈ Questions on exam | Our practice questions |
|---|---|---|---|
Behaviorism and Philosophical Foundations8 questions: goals of the science, philosophical assumptions, radical behaviorism, dimensions of ABA. | 5% | ~9 | 7 questions → |
Concepts and Principles24 questions: reinforcement, punishment, schedules, extinction, stimulus control, motivating operations, verbal operants, emergent relations. | 14% | ~25 | 21 questions → |
Measurement, Data Display, and Interpretation21 questions: operational definitions, continuous and discontinuous measurement, reliability, graphing and interpreting data, procedural integrity. | 12% | ~21 | 18 questions → |
Experimental Design13 questions: variables, validity, and reversal, multiple-baseline, multielement and changing-criterion designs. | 7% | ~12 | 11 questions → |
Ethical and Professional Issues22 questions: the Ethics Code's core principles, competence, confidentiality, public statements, multiple relationships, cultural humility, legal and regulatory requirements. | 13% | ~23 | 19 questions → |
Behavior Assessment23 questions: records review, skills and preference assessments, descriptive assessments, functional analyses, prioritizing goals. | 13% | ~23 | 20 questions → |
Behavior-Change Procedures25 questions: differential reinforcement, prompting and fading, shaping, chaining, token economies, generalization and maintenance, punishment. | 14% | ~25 | 21 questions → |
Selecting and Implementing Interventions20 questions: measurable goals, choosing interventions, replacement behavior, unwanted effects and relapse, data-based decisions, collaboration. | 11% | ~19 | 17 questions → |
Personnel Supervision and Management19 questions: supervisory relationships, equity, performance management, performance diagnostics, evaluating supervision. | 11% | ~19 | 16 questions → |
How to register for the BCBA
Retake policy
Up to 8 attempts within 2 years of application approval, with at least 30 days between attempts.
Score release
Pass/fail result at the test center immediately after the exam; the BACB follows up by email within about one week.
Credential renewal
Certification is renewed every 2 years with 32 CEUs (4 in ethics, 3 in supervision for supervisors) and a $215 recertification fee, plus ongoing adherence to the Ethics Code for Behavior Analysts.
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BCBA FAQ
How many questions are on the BCBA?
The BCBA has 185 questions (175 of them scored) and you have 4 hours to finish. Question types: Multiple choice only: each question has 4 possible answers and 1 correct answer. 175 questions are scored and 10 are unscored pilot questions; all scored questions are equally weighted. Content follows the BCBA Test Content Outline (6th ed.): 104 tasks in 9 domains..
How long is the BCBA exam?
Testing time for the BCBA is 4 hours.
What is the passing score for the BCBA?
BCBA passing standard: Pass/fail on overall performance; the passing score is set with the modified Angoff method by BACB-certified subject matter experts. Score range: Pass/fail (scaled scores; failing candidates see percentage correct by content area).
How much does the BCBA cost?
The BCBA registration fee is $245 certification application + $125 Pearson VUE exam appointment; each retake requires a $140 retake application and a new $125 appointment. Check the official site for current fees before you register.
What is on the BCBA?
The BCBA covers Behaviorism and Philosophical Foundations (about 5%), Concepts and Principles (about 14%), Measurement, Data Display, and Interpretation (about 12%), Experimental Design (about 7%), Ethical and Professional Issues (about 13%), Behavior Assessment (about 13%), Behavior-Change Procedures (about 14%), Selecting and Implementing Interventions (about 11%), Personnel Supervision and Management (about 11%).
Who administers the BCBA?
The Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) Exam is administered by BACB. Delivery: Computer-based, in person only, at Pearson VUE test centers and US military bases (United States; Canada except Quebec and Ontario; Australia until January 1, 2027). English only. No calculator or scratch paper is allowed; a dry-erase board is provided. Breaks are unscheduled and the clock keeps running.
Can you retake the BCBA?
Up to 8 attempts within 2 years of application approval, with at least 30 days between attempts.
Is there a free BCBA practice test?
Yes. PrepBanq has 15 free BCBA practice tests with 150 exam-style questions in the real BCBA formats, and every answer is explained. No credit card is needed.
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