North Carolina added 147 behavioral health providers in the latest weekly CMS update, representing 3% of the national total. This consistent contribution signals steady growth in the state's behavioral health sector, indicating ongoing demand for services and a continuous influx of new professionals.
ABA Workforce Composition
Focusing on the applied behavior analysis field, the update includes 6 Board Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBAs) and 49 Registered Behavior Technicians (RBTs). It is important to note that these credential counts can overlap, as some providers may hold multiple certifications. This week, there were 0 individuals reported with both BCBA and RBT credentials. The approximately 8-to-1 ratio of RBTs to BCBAs suggests a strong capacity for direct ABA service delivery, but also highlights the critical need for sufficient BCBA supervision to maintain quality and expand access.
Provider Demographics
Among the 122 individual providers, the workforce is predominantly female, with women accounting for 79% (96 providers). Male providers comprise 12% (15 providers), while 9% (11 providers) identify as nonbinary. No single organization appeared multiple times in this week's data. The significant number of new RBTs points to an expanding direct service workforce, which is crucial for meeting the growing demand for ABA services across North Carolina.
