Membership

Why Join VABA

For professionals, it is our ethical obligation to participate in behavior-analytic professional and scientific organizations.

Please note that membership is based on the calendar year (January 1, 2026-December 31, 2026) If you become a member today, your membership will last through the end of 2026 (or later if you choose a multi-year membership).

MEMBERSHIP FOR 2026 IS NOW OPEN!

Please allow 24-48 hours to process new and renewing members. Orders placed on a weekend or holiday may take several days to process.

Special July Lock-It-In-Sale is in effect! Lock in membership prices now before they go up! Already a member? Upgrade to a 3-year full or sustaining membership now and get 6 months for free!*

*Current members who upgrade to a 3 year membership during the month of July will have an expiration date of 12/31/2029

In order to change you membership type, make sure you are logged into your account, go to “Member Area” and hit “Become a Member” You’ll have to fill out a brief survey and then choose “Full/Sustaining Membership” from there, you can choose the 3 year option and then check out. Just make sure when you fill out the survey, you use the same email you have used previously and it should update your membership type. Please note, it may take up to 24-48 hours to see the upgrade in your account. For issues contact admin@virginiaaba.org

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Types of Memberships

FULL MEMBERSHIP

BCBA-Ds, BCBAs, BCaBAs, or members with graduate degrees in a related area (voting members). – $40* per year or $90* for 3 years

*plus additional processing fees

SUSTAINING MEMBERS

Same as a Full Member, but provides substantial financial support to VABA beyond the required level; recognized in the VABA newsletter. – $80* per year or $210* for 3 years

*plus additional processing fees

AFFILIATE MEMBERS

Those who do not meet Full or Student Membership requirements. – $30* per year

*plus additional processing fees

STUDENT/PRE-PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIP

VirginiaABA recognizes Student/Pre-Professional Members as students and trainees in behavior analysis who meet the requirements under at least one of the following pathways:

Pathway 1: Active Undergraduates/Graduate Level Students
- Proven via proof of enrollment in at least 3 credit hours via unofficial transcript.
Pathway 2: Pre-Professional/Credential Seeking Individuals
- BCaBA or BCBA seeking
- Proof of active fieldwork accrual via letter from fieldwork supervisor

This membership is intended for all credential seeking individuals- not those who are already certified. For any exceptions to these pathway criteria, please contact us.

Student Membership is $20.00* per year

*plus additional processing fees

ABAI MEMBERSHIP

Did you know that members of VABA can become members of the Association for Behavior Analysis International (ABAI) at a reduced rate? All you need is a confirmation letter from us. Email admin@virginiaaba.org to request.

Please note that a financial statement is available upon written request from the Office of Charitable and Regulatory Programs.