Why CEUs for BCBAs Are More Valuable Than You Think

Let’s Be Honest—Most CEUs Are Boring. Ours Aren’t.

You need CEUs to keep your certification. We all do. But if you’ve ever sat through a “continuing education” session that felt more like watching paint dry than professional growth—you’re not alone.

CEUs have a bad rep for a reason. Too often, they check a compliance box instead of actually helping you grow as a clinician or business owner. But the right CEUs? They can actually reignite your spark for the work.

Here’s how to make CEUs worth your time again.

1. Skip the Fluff—Learn Something You Can Use Tomorrow

Forget the theory overload. You deserve CEUs that give you real, applicable strategies for sessions, supervision, and systems. When the content hits home, your clients—and your career—benefit immediately.

2. Stay Ahead of the Curve (Without Losing Your Mind)

ABA is changing fast. From payer shifts to new tech tools, what worked last year might already be outdated. CEUs are your chance to stay informed before you’re forced to play catch-up.

3. Find CEUs That Actually Inspire You

You shouldn’t need caffeine to survive a CEU. When presenters are in the trenches with you—balancing caseloads, supervision, and business—it feels different. The insights actually stick because they get it.

4. Make CEUs Work for Your Future

The right CEUs do more than check a box. They can change your perspective, expand your network, and open the door to new opportunities. They’re not just about maintaining certification—they’re about building your next chapter.

CEUs That Don’t Feel Soul-Sucking

If you’re tired of wasting hours on content that doesn’t stick, you’ll love what we’ve built.
Our upcoming From Clinician to CEO: A CEU Series for BCBAs Who Build was designed to help you meet your Ethics and Supervision requirements and walk away with ideas you can actually use.

Here’s what we’re diving into this fall:

November 5: The Hidden Costs of Staying an Employee (1 Ethics CEU)

Ever wonder what you’re really giving up by staying on someone else’s payroll?
This session breaks down the ethical and financial trade-offs of employment versus private practice—and how to know when it’s time to make the leap.

November 12: Foundations of Private Practice (1 Supervision CEU)

Dreaming of owning your own practice but unsure where to start?
We’ll walk through real-world numbers, systems, and workflows that help you build sustainably without burning out.

December 3: Scale Responsibly with Systems + Data (1 Supervision CEU)

Growth doesn’t have to mean chaos.
This session focuses on scaling strategically—building a team, tracking the right metrics, and using data to drive ethical decisions.

December 10: The Ethics of Balancing Care and Business (1 Ethics CEU)

When you’re running a practice, the ethical gray areas multiply fast.
We’ll unpack real scenarios and help you find the balance between compassion, compliance, and sustainability.

Each session is built by practicing BCBAs who’ve been where you are—navigating payer demands, supervision challenges, and burnout—and found smarter, more sustainable ways forward.

So yes, you’ll walk away with CEUs.

But you’ll also walk away with clarity, confidence, and maybe even a little motivation to finally build the thing you’ve been dreaming about.

Headstart’s CEU Series: For BCBAs Who Want More

We designed our CEU experiences to be practical, energizing, and (dare we say) enjoyable.
Our From Clinician to CEO series helps you earn Ethics + Supervision CEUs while learning from BCBAs who’ve built sustainable, values-driven practices.

📅 Upcoming Webinars

• November 5: The Hidden Costs of Staying an Employee: Why BCBAs Burn Out and What to Do

• November 12: Foundations of Private Practice — From BCBA to Business Owner

• December 3: Data & Compliance — Using Metrics to Drive Clinical & Business Outcomes

• December 10: Ethics in Entrepreneurship - Balancing Client Care with Business Growth

These sessions are free, packed with value, and designed to help you actually use what you learn.

Because you deserve CEUs that don’t make you question your career choices.