Prepare effectively for the 2026 Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) exam with our comprehensive, full-length practice test! This test features 85 questions, mirroring the actual RBT certification exam format. Just like the real exam, 75 questions will count towards your score, and 10 are pilot questions being pre-tested for future RBT exams.
This practice test is meticulously designed to cover all core competencies outlined in the BACB’s updated RBT Task List for 2026.
Test your understanding of:
- Measurement
- Assessment
- Skill Acquisition
- Behavior Reduction
- Documentation
- Professional Conduct
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Identify your strengths and areas needing further review. You will have 90 minutes to complete the test. Remember, a score of 80% or higher is required to pass the actual RBT exam. Start strengthening your skills now!
Results
#1. When an RBT is asked to perform tasks outside of their competence, they should:
RBTs should provide services only within their competence and refer tasks beyond their scope to qualified professionals
#2. Which of the following is NOT an appropriate action for an RBT when receiving feedback from a supervisor?
RBTs should be receptive to feedback implement changes and seek clarification not become defensive or dismissive
#3. Which of the following scenarios represents a breach of client confidentiality?
Confidential information should only be shared with individuals directly involved in the clients care or as required by law
#4. You, a behavior technician, notice that one of your colleagues uses a few different punishment interventions often with their client. You’re unsure whether these interventions are approved or not and want to make sure the client is getting the best possible treatment. What should you do first?
The best course of action is to consult with the supervising behavior analyst to understand the treatment plan and ensure the clients safety and wellbeing Its not within the scope of practice for a technician to correct a colleague Reporting the technician without further information may be premature
#5. You, a behavior technician, are at a client’s house placing a behavior on extinction. The client’s mom walks in and asks that you please don’t ignore her child when they are engaging in tantrum behavior. How should you respond?
Its important to communicate with the parent explain the purpose of the extinction procedure and proceed only if the parent provides consent Additionally you should inform your supervisor about the situation since there was an objection If you continue regardless of the parents protest or stop immediately without attempting to communicate you are not collaborating effectively with the caregiver or following ethical guidelines