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Live 40-Hour RBT Training Designed for Real-World Success
Complete your BACB-approved 40-hour RBT training through live instruction, flexible learning options, and dedicated support from an experienced BCBA instructor.
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Join our next cohort and take the first step toward becoming a Registered Behavior Technician. Gain the knowledge, support, and confidence you need to make a meaningful impact from day one.
Attend Live
Engage in real-time discussion, ask questions, and connect with peers during live sessions. Recordings are available if you need to miss a class.
Get Certified
This training program is designed to meet the 2026 training eligibility requirement for RBT certification. This training is offered independent of the BACB.
When we modify the environment and change the adult response, we change outcomes.
RBT Live was created by Sean Reimers, MS, BCBA, IBA, after more than 16 years working in group homes, special education, and care-based settings. He saw that the people on the frontlines were often the least equipped to handle the most challenging behaviors — and built RBT Live to change that.
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40-Hour Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) Training Course
Live Instruction
30 hours taught live on Zoom with real interaction, discussions, and practical examples from the field.
Asynchronous Learning
10 hours of structured independent activities that reinforce the learning taught in class.
Cohort-Based Experience
Learn alongside peers from multiple organizations while benefiting from shared experiences, diverse perspectives, and real-world examples that deepen understanding and application.
Mock Exam
Students will have the opportunity to take a mock exam designed to simulate the RBT board exam experience. This practice exam does not impact your certificate of completion; instead, it provides insight into your strengths and highlights areas where additional study may be beneficial.
Official Completion Certificate
This training program is designed to meet the 2026 training eligibility requirement for RBT certification. This training is offered independent of the BACB. Upon completion of the course, you will receive a signed certificate of completion from a BCBA.
No Experience Required
This course is designed for anyone interested in learning the fundamental principles of applied behavior analysis and how to ethically support behavior change through data collection, teaching strategies, and behavior-reduction techniques.
Beyond Training: Real Support & Practical Partnership
We offer personalized guidance, flexible pacing, and collaborative partnerships so you feel confident from day one through certification and beyond.
Learning & Exam Support
Study guides, mock quizzes, mock exams, tutoring sessions, and email support help students feel prepared and confident.
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Flexible Completion Options
Missed live sessions can be completed with recordings during the same week without losing progress.
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Organizational Partnerships
School Districts, Community Colleges, Universities, Adult Education Programs, Hospitals, School Districts, and Group Homes place staff members into individualized or shared cohorts with consistent quality and reduced effort.
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Individual Enrollment
Tailored pool Independent learners and career changers can enroll directly without needing organizational sponsorship.
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Take the first step toward RBT certification with live instruction, flexible scheduling, and real support from someone who understands the work.
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Training Designed For Real-World Behavioral Work
RBT Live focuses on quality instruction, human connection, and practical skills—so learners finish prepared, confident, and ready to support people who need it most.
Taught By A BCBA
Taught by Sean Reimers, BCBA and Professor of Behavioral Science.
Live Instruction — Not Pre-Recorded
Engage in real-time instruction with live interaction, Q&A, and real-world examples that build confidence and competence.
Flexible & Supportive
RBT Live is flexible and supportive to students lives. We offer affordable and flexible trainings that meet students where they are at (i.e. recordings are available for students when life gets in the way of making class).
Workforce-Tested Model
We serve school districts, community colleges, adult education schools, continuing education centers, senior living facilities, and hospitals. Anyone who wants to learn the most up to date principles in behavioral science to better serve their clientele!
Student Centered Support
Tutoring support is available to students before and after class each week. Our mission is to prepare you to pass the RBT Exam as well as go be the most effective and ethical behavior therapist you can possibly be :)
Mission Driven Approach
Sean Reimers founded RBT Live after witnessing inadequate behavioral training across schools, hospitals, and care facilities. We prepare students to pass certification and provide compassionate, evidence-based care.
Taught By A BCBA
Live Instruction — Not Pre-Recorded
Flexible & Supportive
Workforce-Tested Model
Student Centered Support
Mission Driven ApproachOne Cohort, Many Learners, Shared Quality
Our centralized cohort model allows individuals and organizations to enroll together while receiving consistent instruction, strong support, and a structured learning timeline.
- Shared Instruction: One instructor, one curriculum
- Consistent Quality: Same standards for everyone
- Flexible Enrollment: organizations and individuals join together
Structured FlexibilityLive schedules with built-in options for recording review and weekly completion.
Teaching Behavioral Skills That Truly Matter
RBT Live exists to significantly strengthen frontline behavioral care by making high-quality training accessible, practical, and grounded in real-world experience for everyone involved.
Business Model
We deliver live, cohort-based training through partnerships and individual enrollment, allowing scale without sacrificing instructional quality or personal support.
Mission
To equip people serving vulnerable populations with evidence-based behavioral skills that improve outcomes by changing how adults respond to challenging behavior.
Frequently Asked Questions
No prior experience in ABA is required. Our courses are designed to accommodate both beginners and those looking to advance their knowledge in behavior sciences.
Yes, our training programs are BACB-approved and meet the requirements for behavior analyst certification and continuing education credits.
Not a problem. You will have an option to watch the recording to gain credit for the time missed.
Every 10 weeks. Courses are offered on Sundays from 4:00-7:00pm PST, 5:00-8:00pm MST, 6:00-9:00pm CST, and 7:00-10:00pm EST. Here are the following dates classes are being offered:
- May 31st-August 2nd
- August 9th-October 11th
- October 18th-December 20th
- December 27th-February 28th
- March 7th-May 9th
- May 16th-July 18th
Absolutely. We work with School Districts, Universities, Community Colleges, Continuing Education Programs, Non-profits, Group Homes, Career Technical Education programs, Hospitals, Senior Living Facilities and anyone interested in behavior training.
A Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) is a nationally recognized professional credential issued by the Behavior Analyst Certification Board (BACB). RBTs are frontline practitioners in applied behavior analysis and can earn up to $51,000 per year (as of September 2024).
This 40-hour training provides the theory and practical foundations required by the BACB. It includes 30 hours of live instruction and 10 hours of structured asynchronous learning.
No. You will receive a 40-hour RBT training certificate that meets the BACB 40-hour RBT 3rd edition training requirement. You may use this certificate toward applying your exam. In order to be eligible to take the board exam, you must have the following:
- Be 18 years or older with a high school diploma or GED.
- Have your supervising BCBA administer your competency assessment.
- Pass a background check.
- Apply for and pass the RBT exam through the BACB.
You can watch the recording and complete recordings are available to stay on track.