AZ HB2173

Amends licensure standards for behavior analysts by requiring applicants to meet standards adopted by the state board of psychologist examiners that are consistent with nationally recognized behavior analyst certification board standards, with a minimum of 1,500 hours of supervised experience.

Repeals section 32-2091.05 and revises continuing education and licensure requirements for behavior analysts.

Changes the license renewal schedule effective May 1, 2017 from a fixed April 30 deadline in odd-numbered years to renewal based on the licensee's birth month on a staggered odd/even-numbered year schedule.

Expands exemptions from licensure to include matriculated graduate students, trainees in defined behavior analysis programs, noncredentialed individuals delivering services under licensed behavior analyst supervision, and employees of regionally accredited universities in Arizona.

Allows the board to prorate fees and continuing education requirements during the transition to the new birth-month-based renewal schedule beginning May 1, 2017.