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Professional membership

This regulation level is for an individual who does not qualify for CBA or CBA-U but is working in the field of applied behaviour analysis (ABA). An example would be an individual working as a behaviour support practitioner.  For this level of membership a practitioner will have acquired 1000 hours of work experience in ABA. This work experience should provide an understanding of the basic principles of behaviour analysis, assessment, measurement, and intervention.

Becoming a Professional member:

Requirements:  Undergraduate degree or graduate certification (AQF level 7 or 8 or equivalent in your country of study) in any field   The 1000 hours of applied behaviour analytic work must cover all the following areas: Conducting functional behaviour assessments Developing behaviour support plans Monitoring program progression Training relevant stakeholders Working directly with clients Program development  Live or work in Australia Professional Membership



Preparing a Professional Application:




The application guidelines for Professional membership is your go-to document for everything related to submitting an application.

application guide for professional membership



The Professional application checklist is designed to help you gather the necessary information and documentation for your application. You can download the checklist and mark off each item as you go.

professional application checklist




Find other helpful information for preparing your Professional application here.





Use this template for evidence of completing 1000 hours of behaviour analytic work.

Professional work reference letter


Start your Professional Membership Application Here! 

Please note the application fee is non-refundable.


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Application for Professional Member - $33.00 (AUD) Subscription period: Unlimited

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Page updated 11/12/2025

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