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How do I become a BACB-authorized ACE provider?
Published April 6, 2026
Becoming a BACB-authorized ACE provider is what unlocks your ability to issue CEUs. The application process is well-documented on the BACB website, but the operational side — what to do once you're approved — gets way less attention. This article covers both.
What is a BACB-authorized ACE provider?
An ACE (Authorized Continuing Education) provider is an individual or organization the BACB has approved to issue Type 2 CEUs to BCBAs and BCaBAs. ACE providers receive a unique provider number (formatted like OP-XX-XXXX) that has to appear on every CEU certificate they issue.
How do I apply to become an ACE provider?
You apply directly through the BACB website. The application asks about your qualifications, the type of CE you intend to offer, your evaluation methods, and your recordkeeping plan. There's an application fee and an annual renewal fee. The BACB's ACE Provider Handbook is the authoritative source — read it before applying.
Who is eligible to become an ACE provider?
The BACB allows individual BCBAs and organizations to apply. You don't have to be a university or a corporation. Many ACE providers are solo BCBAs running a side business or a small clinic offering training to its own staff and the community.
What do I need in place before I apply?
At minimum, a clear plan for: the type of CE content you'll offer, the qualifications of your instructors, your assessment method (how you'll verify learning), your evaluation method (how learners give you feedback), and your recordkeeping system (how you'll store certificates and audit data). The recordkeeping piece is often the weakest part of new applications — using a dedicated certificate platform from day one solves this almost entirely.
What happens after I'm approved as an ACE provider?
You receive your ACE provider number and you're cleared to start issuing certificates. From that point on, your day-to-day operations are: create courses, deliver content, run assessments, issue certificates, keep records. The faster you get operational tooling in place, the less time you spend on admin and the more time you spend on content.
CEU Lab Certs handles the recordkeeping and certificate-issuance side from day one. New ACE providers can sign up, enter their provider number, and start issuing compliant certificates within minutes of approval.
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