PDU
What does PDU stand for?
Professional Development Units
How many years is in between each renewal?
2 years.
Will MO help you accrue your PDU hours?
Yes.
How many hours must RBTs complete?
12
Will there still be competency assessments in 2027?
No.
How many meetings will there be a year?
6
Where can you obtain PDUs?
Workplace, ACE events, or university coursework.
How long do you have to complete your PDUs?
2 years.
What happens if you miss a training?
You are expected to make up the PDU hours on your own time.
Name 3 things that will count as a PDU.
- ABA concepts
- ABA terminology
- Learning how to appropriately interact with caregivers
- Learning how to provide assent-based treatment
- etc.
What will take the place of competency assessments?
PDUs.
Will MO help you pay for PDUs?
No. The trainings given each year will count towards PDUs. If a meeting is missed, it is up to the RBT to find and fund their own PDU.
Name 3 things that do NOT count as a PDU.
- Client specific meetings
- A review of policies and procedures of MO
- Creating stimuli
- 40 hour RBT training
- CPR training
Is it required to recertify in 2027?
No.
Will MO help you keep track of your PDUs.
Yes, but it is on you to ensure it is tracked appropriately.