How do the main counseling & behavioral health credentials compare?
Verified figures for 1 of the national counseling & behavioral health credentials, drawn from each
awarding body's published material. Fees change — confirm with the body before you book.
| Credential | Awarded by | Exam fee | Length | Pass mark |
| Board Certified Behavior Analyst | Behavior Analyst Certification Board | ~$175 | 4 hours | Passing score set by the awarding body; see the official score report |
Applied Behavior Analysis 1 credential
Frequently asked questions about counseling & behavioral health credentials
How many counseling & behavioral health credentials are there?
There are 1 counseling & behavioral health credentials in the TestPrepPilot directory: 1 national certifications awarded by a single body, and 0 licences issued by individual state boards across 0 states.
How much do counseling & behavioral health exams cost?
Across the 1 national counseling & behavioral health credentials we have verified fee data for, exam fees run from $175. Renewal, membership and study-material costs are additional and vary by awarding body — each guide breaks out its own full cost table.
Do you need a certification to work in counseling & behavioral health?
None of the 1 credentials in this field is a state-issued licence — all 1 are national certifications awarded by a professional body. That usually means the certification is not legally mandatory, but employers, insurers or clients may require it as a condition of the work.
Which counseling & behavioral health credential should you start with?
Start with the one your target employer or state board names. The most widely recognised national options in this field are Board Certified Behavior Analyst — each has a full guide with eligibility rules, fees and a week-by-week study plan.
How often do counseling & behavioral health requirements change?
Fees are revised most years and eligibility rules change whenever a state legislature or awarding body acts. Every guide on TestPrepPilot links to the primary regulatory source it was verified against, and the "Sources" section is the authoritative place to confirm current figures before you book.