Does my BCBA certification require FDLE fingerprinting in Florida?

The BACB does not require FDLE fingerprinting for BCBA certification itself. However, BCBAs working with clients funded through the Florida Agency for Persons with Disabilities (APD) are required by Florida state law to complete an APD Level 2 background check via FDLE Live Scan fingerprinting before beginning direct or supervisory service with those clients.

I'm a BCBA supervising RBTs — do I still need APD fingerprinting?

Yes. BCBAs who supervise RBTs or other staff working with APD-funded clients in Florida are required to complete the APD Level 2 background check — even if the BCBA is primarily in a supervisory role and does not provide hands-on therapy. The fingerprinting requirement applies to anyone with contact or supervisory responsibility for APD clients at certified providers.

What ORI do BCBAs use for APD fingerprinting in Florida?

BCBAs at APD-certified providers typically use ORI EAPDGN10Z for general APD waiver and disability services. Some facility types or APD provider categories may use a different ORI. Always confirm the correct ORI with your employer or APD provider agency before your appointment. You can also call us at (786) 322-3109 for guidance.

How much does BCBA fingerprinting cost in Florida?

APD fingerprinting for BCBAs at Sky Bright LiveScan in Miami Lakes costs $90. This includes digital Live Scan capture and same-day electronic transmission to FDLE. No hidden fees. We accept cash, credit/debit card, and money order.

How long does the APD background check take for BCBAs?

After fingerprinting at Sky Bright LiveScan, your prints are transmitted electronically to FDLE the same day. APD background check results are commonly reported within approximately 3–7 business days, based on typical applicant feedback. Processing times vary by case, workload, and complexity and are not guaranteed. Track your status at fdle.state.fl.us/TCN-Status using your TCN number.

Do I need new fingerprinting when changing ABA practices in Florida?

Not necessarily. If you already have an active APD clearance from a previous APD-certified employer, your new employer may be able to verify it without requiring a new fingerprint submission. However, some APD providers require fresh submissions. Confirm your clearance status and transfer policy with your new employer before assuming the clearance is portable.

Is APD fingerprinting different from AHCA fingerprinting for behavior analysts?

Yes. APD (Agency for Persons with Disabilities) fingerprinting is for BCBAs and behavior analysts working with APD-funded developmental disability clients. AHCA fingerprinting is for healthcare workers at AHCA-regulated facilities. If you work at a facility that is regulated by both agencies — some BCBAs do — you may need separate submissions to each with different ORI numbers.

Fingerprinting for BCBAs & Behavior Analysts

Fingerprinting for BCBAs & Board Certified Behavior Analysts in Florida

Board Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBAs) working in supervisory or direct-service roles with clients funded through the Florida Agency for Persons with Disabilities (APD) must complete a Level 2 APD background check via FDLE Live Scan fingerprinting. Sky Bright LiveScan in Miami Lakes processes APD fingerprinting for BCBAs at ABA therapy practices, APD waiver agencies, and disability service organizations across South Florida. $90.

Published August 10, 2026

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Quick Answer

Florida BCBAs providing clinical supervision or direct behavior analysis services to APD-funded clients are required to pass a Level 2 APD background check via FDLE Live Scan fingerprinting before working with those clients. This applies regardless of whether the BCBA is providing hands-on therapy or solely supervising RBTs. Your APD provider agency will supply the correct ORI number — the most common is EAPDGN10Z, but always confirm before your appointment.

Which Agency Fingerprinting Do BCBAs & Behavior Analysts Need?

ORI numbers vary by employer and license type. Confirm the correct ORI with your requesting agency before your appointment.

APD$90

Agency for Persons with Disabilities

EAPDGN10Z (APD waiver programs)

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Step-by-Step: How to Get Fingerprinted

1Confirm the APD ORI number with your employer or APD provider agency before your appointment
2Bring a valid government-issued photo ID (driver's license, passport, or state ID)
3Bring your ORI number and $90 payment
4Visit Sky Bright LiveScan in Miami Lakes — fingerprinting takes 10–15 minutes
5Receive your TCN and track your APD background check status at fdle.state.fl.us/TCN-Status
6Provide clearance documentation to your employer before beginning client-facing work

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Who Needs This?

BCBAs providing direct behavior analysis services to APD-funded clients
BCBAs supervising RBTs at APD waiver agencies
Board Certified Behavior Analysts at APD-certified ABA therapy practices
BCaBAs (Board Certified Assistant Behavior Analysts) at APD providers
Behavior analysts at APD group homes and supported living programs
BCBAs changing employers within the APD provider network
Out-of-state BCBAs seeking employment with Florida APD providers

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Last verified: 2026-08-10. Content is subject to change — always verify current requirements with the relevant agency.

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