BlueSprig BCBA Exam Study Tips - Bluesprig Autism
What Tools Do You Need to Pass the BCBA Exam?
You have worked hard to earn your degree and now you’re getting ready to take the BCBA exam. We understand that passing the BCBA exam is extremely important, and also very difficult. That’s why we provide you with resources designed to help you pass the exam and start your career as a BCBA!
According to our Learning and Performance Development team, there are a few important things to keep in mind when studying for the BCBA Exam, so they have created this useful, strategic guide to help you pass the exam the first time!
Our guide includes:
- Fillable and printable workbooks, which allow you to create a study plan while preparing for your test.
- Checklists to help you create a study plan. If you study specific items during particular weeks, you can avoid overloading yourself while also gaining the confidence you need to master this material!
- Helpful resources and information related to applications, test dates, ethics codes, and test anxiety.
- Example study plans to help you create a strategy that works for you.
Please note that this exam advice is based on the opinions of BlueSprig. Remember, there is no single “right way” to prepare for the exam. Finding a strategy that works for you is most important.
More Helpful Resources for BCBA Exam Preparation
BCBA Careers at BlueSprig
Once you pass your exam, visit our careers page for information on BCBA careers at BlueSprig and browse open positions at our ABA therapy centers located across 19 states!
BlueSprig’s ABA Careers Blog
To learn more about ABA careers, visit our blog. From career growth to community impact and research to support systems, we offer resources for ABA professionals throughout their careers.
Behavior Analyst Certification Board
The BACB is the certifying authority for all BCBAs, BCaBAs, and RBTs. Their resources will help you find testing information, ethics codes, professional development, and more.
SAFMEDS in ABA
SAFMEDS is a unique study system that uses a specific method of study through flash cards that many testers find helpful when preparing for their BCBA exam.
Think Aloud Strategy
Many testers find the think aloud strategy, which encourages explaining topics and the logic behind them out loud, to be an effective study method.
Mindfulness for Test-Takers
Don’t let test anxiety get in your way! We know the big exam is stressful, but having these mindfulness techniques in your arsenal can help you to push through and focus on the material.
Best of luck as you study for your exam!
With these resources to help, we know you’ll do great! Don’t forget to send us a picture or tag us on social media @bluesprigautism when you pass your exam – we want to celebrate this big accomplishment with you!