University ABA program
Dordt University
Ripley Fieldwork Tracker is used by BCBA trainees and supervisors at Dordt University, which offers a graduate Applied Behavior Analysis program with a BACB-verified course sequence, based in Sioux Center, IA. Here is the program at a glance, what fieldwork looks like in Iowa, and how trainees track their hours.
Reviewed by the Ripley team · Updated July 15, 2026
Key facts at a glance
- Program: BACB-verified ABA course sequence
- Location: Sioux Center, IA
- Delivery: Online
- Length: 21 credit hours, about 24 months
The ABA program at Dordt University
Dordt University offers a graduate Applied Behavior Analysis program with a BACB-verified course sequence, in Sioux Center, IA, delivered online. The program is 21 credit hours and typically takes about 24 months to complete. Note: 100% online BCBA coursework program.
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ABA in Iowa
Iowa licenses behavior analysts: practicing there requires the Licensed Behavior Analyst (LBA), issued by the IA Board of Behavioral Health Professionals, in addition to BCBA certification. Verified against board and BACB resources July 15, 2026. See the board's licensure page.
Ripley is well worn-in here: 378 registered Ripley users are in Iowa, tracking fieldwork at clinics, schools, and universities across the state.
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BCBA fieldwork requirements
After the coursework, BCBA certification requires supervised fieldwork: 2,000 hours of Supervised Fieldwork or 1,500 hours of Concentrated Supervised Fieldwork, with at least 60% unrestricted activity inside a 5-year window. The monthly range is 20 to 130 hours under pre-2027 rules and 20 to 160 for applications on or after January 1, 2027.
- The complete BCBA fieldwork requirements: totals, monthly limits, supervision, and the 2027 changes.
- Free fieldwork hours calculator: project your completion date and required monthly pace.
- Restricted vs unrestricted hours (the 60% rule).
- The Monthly Verification Form, explained.
How Ripley helps Dordt University trainees
Ripley Fieldwork Tracker logs every BACB fieldwork category, tracks each month against the BACB minimums so nothing slips, and turns your records into pre-filled Monthly Verification Form PDFs. It is free for supervisees and supervisors.
Program sources and review date
Program details were reviewed on July 15, 2026against the university's official program page and catalog. Confirm admissions, delivery, tuition, and curriculum details with the university before applying.