How to Pass the RBT Exam
Becoming a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) takes effort, but with good preparation, you can do well—even on your first try.
🧠 Understand the Exam Format
- The test has 85 multiple-choice questions, but only 75 are scored. The other 10 are pilot questions BACB is trying out.
- You get 90 minutes, so about 1 minute per question.
- You need to score around 80% to pass .
🔍 Know What to Study
- Follow the RBT Task List 2.0—this has all the important topic.
- Topics include:
- Measurement (e.g., counting, timing behaviors)
- Assessment (choosing the right tools)
- Skill Acquisition (teaching new skills)
- Behavior Reduction (managing unwanted behavior)
- Documentation & Reporting
- Professional Conduct & Ethics
- The number of questions per section is roughly:
- Measurement: 12 (16%)
- Assessment: 6 (8%)
- Skill Acquisition: 24 (32%)
- Behavior Reduction: 12 (16%)
- Documentation & Reporting: 10 (13%)
- Professional Conduct: 11 (15%)
📝 Make a Study Plan
- Divide topics into parts and study a bit every day.
- Use different resources—courses, guides, videos, flashcards .
- Practice with sample tests to get used to the format and timing.
- Focus more time on harder sections like Skill Acquisition.
🎯 Practice is Key
- Use full-length mock exams that mimic the real test.
- Time yourself, aim for 80%+ practice scores
- Review wrong answers and understand why they’re wrong.
😌 Stay Calm During the Exam
- Get a good night’s sleep before test day .
- Read questions carefully—don’t rush.
- Manage your time—move on if stuck, and come back later.
- Stay confident and relaxed—positive thinking helps.
✔️ Final Tips
- Know the Task List well—that’s your exam map.
- Flashcards, notes, quizzes, and mock tests are all useful.
- Study a little every day, don’t cram .
- Practice under timed conditions to avoid surprises .
✅ Summary
- Format: 85 questions in 90 minutes (only 75 count)
- Passing: ~80%
- Key Content: From the RBT Task List
- Prep Steps: Make a plan, study daily, use varied tools, take mock exams
- On Test Day: Stay calm, manage time, read carefully, and stay confident
With consistent study, practice, and calm focus, you can pass the RBT exam! Let me know if you’d like flashcard suggestions, mock tests, or study templates.
