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Illinois applied behavior analysis license renewal

Licensed behavior analysts and assistant behavior analysts in Illinois are licensed by the IDFPR. Licenses renew every 2 years, by October 31 of odd years.

Renews
Every 2 years
Next deadline
October 31, 2027
Continuing education
30 hours

Continuing education

LicensePer renewal
Licensed behavior analyst30 hours
Licensed assistant behavior analyst20 hours

Required topics

The CE requirement starts with the 2027 renewal. No CE is required for the first renewal.

Check a license

Look up any Illinois license in the state license search and save a dated copy for the employee's file. Agencies with many clinicians can track every renewal date in one roster once the Illinois License Directory roster opens.

Source: IDFPR. Confirm current rules with the board before relying on them.

Common questions

When do Illinois licensed behavior analysts and assistant behavior analysts renew?
Every 2 years, by October 31 of odd years. The next deadline is October 31, 2027.
How much continuing education do Illinois licensed behavior analysts and assistant behavior analysts need?
Licensed behavior analyst: 30 hours; Licensed assistant behavior analyst: 20 hours.

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