RBT Study Guide 2026 – Task List 3.0

This complete RBT study guide breaks down every topic included in the RBT Task List 3.0. Use this guide to understand what the exam covers and practice each area with targeted RBT practice tests.

A. Data Collection and Graphing

This section focuses on collecting accurate behavioral data and using graphs to make data-based decisions. RBTs must be able to measure behavior objectively and identify patterns in data.

A.1 Continuous measurement (frequency, duration, latency, IRT)
A.2 Discontinuous measurement (partial interval, whole interval, MTS)
A.3 Permanent product recording
A.4 Entering data and updating graphs
A.5 Observable and measurable descriptions
A.6 Calculating and summarizing data
A.7 Identifying trends in data
A.8 Risks of unreliable data collection

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B. Behavior Assessment

Behavior assessment involves identifying client strengths, skill deficits, and the variables that influence behavior. RBTs support assessments under the supervision of a BCBA.

B.1 Preference assessments
B.2 Skill assessments
B.3 Functional assessment components

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C. Behavior Acquisition

This section covers teaching new skills using evidence-based procedures. RBTs must implement teaching strategies accurately and consistently.

C.1 Reinforcement procedures
C.2 Conditioned reinforcers
C.3 Discrete-trial teaching
C.4 Naturalistic teaching
C.5 Chaining procedures
C.6 Discrimination training
C.7 Prompting and fading
C.8 Generalization procedures
C.9 Maintenance vs acquisition
C.10 Shaping
C.11 Token economies

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RBT Study Guide 2026 – Task List 3.0

A. Data Collection and Graphing

B. Behavior Assessment

C. Behavior Acquisition

D. Behavior Reduction

E. Documentation and Reporting

F. Ethics