Agency PDU Cost Calculator

As of 2026 (first deadline: your recertification date in 2028), your RBTs need 12 Professional Development Units (PDUs) each. Enter your team size to see the real cost of in-service delivery vs. a vendor PD library.

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How many RBTs does your organization employ?
Average hourly revenue when your BCBA is seeing clients.
Hours to prepare and deliver one monthly in-service PD session.
Annual subscription cost per RBT from an online PD provider.

In-Service (BCBA Delivers)

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per year in BCBA opportunity cost
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  • Requires monthly content creation by BCBA
  • Quality depends on your BCBA's teaching skills

Vendor PD Library

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per year total
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  • Pre-built courses by BCBAs
  • Self-paced, available 24/7
  • Professional documentation for BACB audits
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Detailed Breakdown

Line Item In-Service Vendor Library

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