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Florida's ABA Task Force Is Close to Final Recommendations: What the October Meeting Put on the Table
At its October 5 meeting, Florida's Medicaid ABA task force heard proposals that would reshape how ABA is delivered: licensing ABA agencies, tying reimbursement to annual surveys, adding non-ABA therapy options, and requiring parent participation. Here is what was said and what it means.
The RBT Initial Competency Assessment in 2026: What Changed and How to Prepare
The 2026 RBT Initial Competency Assessment covers 19 tasks across five domains, requires a qualified assessor, and must be completed after your 40-hour training and no more than 90 days before you apply. Here is how it works and how to prepare.
VB-MAPP Listener Responding and LRFFC: A Practical Guide for RBTs and Parents
Listener responding and LRFFC are two of the most frequently targeted skill areas in the VB-MAPP. This guide explains what each one measures, how they differ, what LRFFC targets look like in a session, and how to support both at home.
Leucovorin, Tylenol, and Autism: What the Evidence Actually Says One Year Later
One year after federal health officials promoted leucovorin and warned about acetaminophen in pregnancy, here is what the FDA actually did, what the research shows, what pediatric organizations recommend, and how to bring your questions to your pediatrician.
BCBA and BCaBA Requirements Are Changing in 2027: What the December 31 Deadline Means for You
On January 1, 2027, the BACB retires two of the four BCBA eligibility pathways, replaces the Verified Course Sequence with a university attestation model, and updates the fieldwork rules. The date your complete application is received decides which rulebook applies to you.
Florida Created a Medicaid ABA Task Force. Here Is What It Is Actually Reviewing
A ten-member state task force is evaluating how ABA is delivered under Florida Medicaid, including possible service-authorization limits and caps on duration, with recommendations due December 31, 2026. What it is, who sits on it, and what families can do now.
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