Information for autism service providers
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Apply to be on the Registry of Autism Service Providers (RASP)
The Registry of Autism Service Providers (RASP) is designed to ensure that parents of children with autism under the age of six have access to service providers qualified to provide early intervention. Professionals listed on RASP include:
- Behaviour Consultants/Analysts (Category A and B)
- Speech Language Pathologists (Non-Supervised and Supervised)
- Occupational Therapists (Non-Supervised and Supervised)
- Physical Therapists.
Family counselling/therapy providers and Behaviour Interventionists do not need to be listed on the RASP.
Apply to become a RASP professional
The requirements for new RASP applications are as follows:
Behaviour Consultant - Category A/Non-Supervised
Certification or degree requirement
The applicant must be a Board-Certified Behaviour Analyst (BCBA), or a person who has completed a Bachelor’s and Master’s or Doctoral degree from an accredited post-secondary institution. Ideally, the degrees will be in one of the following subjects:
- Special Education
- Educational Psychology
- Psychology
- Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA) from an accredited postsecondary institution
Additional course requirement
The applicant must have at minimum:
- A graduate level university course in Applied Behaviour Analysis, and
- A third or fourth year undergraduate course in autism
Experience requirement
The applicant must provide supporting documentation showing:
- Two years (minimum) of formal supervised direct child experience in the case of a Master’s level graduate, or
- One year of formal supervised direct child experience in the case of a Ph.D., or
- Extensive clinical experience in developing and providing intensive intervention programs based on Applied Behaviour Analysis directly to children diagnosed with Autism under the age of six
This should include direct experience with at least eight children in the following areas:
- Designing and implementing individualized behaviour intervention plans under the supervision of someone who already meets Category A criteria
- Assessing the child’s skill level and training team members to teach the child skills in the domains of communication, socialization, play, self-care, and academics
- Analyzing and interpreting data
- Designing ABA-based support plans to address challenging behaviour
- Conducting functional behaviour assessments
- Providing ongoing supervision and support to team members who are implementing the plan of intervention
Document submission requirements
- Up to date resume including details of Autism-specific employment and academic experience
- Criminal Record Check (CRC): see FAQ - How to submit your CRC
- BCBA Certificate (if applicable)
- Supervision Records: Sample template (PDF, 226KB)
- Transcripts: FAQ - How to submit your transcripts
- Bachelor's/Master's/Ph.D. Transcript
- ABA Course Transcript
- Autism Course Transcript
Behaviour Consultant - Category B/Supervised
Certification or degree requirement
The applicant must be a Board Certified Assistant Behavior Analyst (BCaBA), or a person who has, at minimum, a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited post-secondary institution. Ideally, the degree will be in one of the following disciplines:
- Psychology
- Education
- Applied Behaviour Analysis
Additional course requirement
The applicant must have a minimum of:
- A third or fourth year undergraduate course in Applied Behaviour Analysis, and
- A third or fourth year undergraduate course in autism
Experience requirement
The applicant must have:
- At least three years of documented experience as a behaviour interventionist with at least six children under age six. This experience must be under the supervision of an individual qualified in Category A
- At least one year of experience in a “senior interventionist” or supervisory role, assisting in:
- Training and supervising other interventionists
- Analyzing data
- Monitoring and adjusting programs
- Conducting functional behaviour assessments under the direction of an individual qualified in Category A
Supervision requirement
The applicant must have a letter written by a supervising Category A Behaviour Consultant, signifying that the Applicant has ongoing direct clinical supervision from the supervising Behaviour Consultant. The supervising Consultant must take responsibility for and sign all behaviour plans and invoices.
Document submission requirements
- Up to date resume
- CRC: see FAQ - How to submit your CRC
- BCBA Certificate (if applicable)
- Supervision Records: Sample (PDF, 224KB)
- Supervision Letter: Sample (PDF, 90KB)
- Transcripts: FAQ - How to submit your transcripts
- Bachelor's/Master's/Ph.D. Transcript
- ABA Course Transcript
- Autism Course Transcript
Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) or Occupational Therapist (OT) - Non-supervised
Registration requirement
The applicant must have and maintain through service provision a current full registration with the College of Health and Care Professionals.
Experience requirement
The applicant must have:
- A minimum of one year’s work experience with at least three children with an Autism diagnosis under the age of six. They must also have a reference from a supervisor or fellow professional documenting this experience, or
- If supervised on the RASP, a completed supervision record
Those who do not meet the experience criteria may work with a supervisor as a Supervised Speech Language Pathologist or Supervised Occupational Therapist until they can provide a 'Supervision Verification Record' (CF0910). A Letter from the Supervisor, who must qualify for the RASP, must accompany this application.
Professional development requirement
The applicant must demonstrate professional development in the form of courses or workshops in the area of autism intervention over the last two years.
Document submission requirements
- Up to date resume
- College Membership Certificate
- Autism related Professional Development (in the form of certificates or receipts)
- Experience verification letter (SLP and OT) (PDF, 232KB)
- Supervision Verification Records (if applicable): OT (PDF, 23KB), SLP (PDF, 108KB)
SLP or OT - Supervised
Registration requirement
The applicant must have and maintain through service provision a current full registration with the College of Health and Care Professionals.
Professional development requirement
The applicant must demonstrate professional development in the form of courses or workshops in the area of autism intervention over the last two years.
Supervision requirement
Speech-language pathologists currently on the RASP are eligible to supervise. Other speech-language pathologists who provide service to children under six with autism through the public system may apply to be a supervisor. See RASP Supervised Categories for more information.
Document submission instructions
Physical Therapist - Non-supervised
Registration requirement
The applicant must have and maintain through service provision a current full registration with the College of Health and Care Professionals.
Experience requirement
The applicant must have a minimum of one year’s work experience with at least three children with an Autism diagnosis under the age of six is. They must also obtain a reference form from a supervisor or fellow professional documenting this experience.
Professional development requirement
Professional development in the form of courses or workshops in the area of autism intervention over the last two years is required. Special consideration and interim approval may be given to practitioners working in underserviced areas who do not fully meet these criteria.
Document submission requirements
- Up to date resume
- College Membership Certificate
- Autism related Professional Development (in the form of certificates or receipts)
Renew your RASP application
Below are the required documents for RASP renewal applications.
Professionals listed on the RASP are required to renew their application every two years. Professionals will receive email reminders about upcoming renewals. Please make sure your contact information is up to date.
Supervised status for Occupational Therapist and Speech-Language Pathologist cannot be renewed. Please complete a new application as a non-supervised Occupational Therapist or Speech-Language Pathologist.
If you are unable to complete your supervision hours, please contact RASP@gov.bc.ca.
Behaviour Consultant - Category A/Non Supervised
Behaviour Consultant - Category B/Supervised
SLP, OT and PT – Non Supervised
- Up to date resume
- College Membership Certificate
- Autism related Professional Development (in the form of certificates or receipts)
Frequently asked questions
Q: How do I submit a Criminal Record Check (CRC) for my RASP application?
RASP professionals must complete a criminal record check every five years. Reminder emails are sent out when it's time to renew. If a criminal record check is not received by the deadline, service providers will be notified and then removed from the RASP. Learn more about Provincial Vulnerable Sector Criminal Record Checks.
A new criminal record check costs $28 and takes at least 10 days to complete. Service providers are responsible for the cost of the criminal record check.
Email RASP@gov.bc.ca with the subject line “CRC INFORMATION INQUIRY” for the access code.
Results are only accepted through the Criminal Record Check Review Program directly.
If you're a member of a professional college, you can share your criminal record check results with Autism Information Services B.C. for free using the eCRC system.
Q: How do I submit transcripts for my RASP application?
Transcripts need to come directly from your University and/or College. International transcripts need to be sent directly to the RASP through the World Education Services (WES) with a Canadian Equivalency summary. Please have them sent to RASP@gov.bc.ca.
Q: How do I change my status?
In some cases, you may need to make changes to your RASP status. Please find instructions for the following changes below:
- If you need to change your supervisor: email RASP@gov.bc.ca and let them know that you would like to update your RASP Supervisor. Please attach a new supervision letter using the proper template.
- If you are moving: email RASP@gov.bc.ca and let them know that you are moving and would like to be removed from the RASP. Please include an effective date.
- If you need to take maternity or paternity leave: email RASP@gov.bc.ca to inform of a maternity/paternity leave. This will temporarily deactivate RASP status.
Complete a criminal record check
RASP professionals must complete a criminal record check every five years. Reminder emails are sent out when it's time to renew.
If a criminal record check is not received by the deadline, you will be notified and then removed from the RASP shortly afterwards. This will stop payments.
A new criminal record check costs $28 and takes at least 10 days to complete. Email RASP@gov.bc.ca for the access code.
Results are only accepted through the Criminal Record Check Review Program directly.
If you're a member of a professional college, you can share your criminal record check results with Autism Information Services B.C. for free using the eCRC system.
Working with families
If a family requests services from you, explain the following:
- Your role on the child's team
- Your training, experience and approach to intervention
- The amount of time both you and the parent agree will be spent with the child
- Your fees
It's best to have a written contract with parents. Hourly/daily rates should include the overall cost of doing business, such as time spent on administration, preparation and local travel.
Maintain ongoing communication with your families about services that are being billed and how much funding is remaining.
Before you can invoice
Each funding period, parents need to work with their service provider to complete a Request to Pay (RTP) Service Providers / Suppliers Form (PDF). The form outlines the maximum:
- Hourly or daily rate for a service
- Amount of funds that may be paid to a service provider for one funding period
The fastest way for parents to submit the form is through My Family Services.
Once the form is approved, the service provider will receive a billing number which must be included on all invoices. A new billing number is provided for each new funding period, if services are approved.
It's best to only begin service delivery once you receive a billing number to make sure that parents are not responsible for the amount owing.
During a funding period, parents can change the approved rates/amounts for a billing number by using a Request To Amend Invoice Payment Authorization (RTA) form (PDF). The fastest way for parents to submit the form is through My Family Services.
Getting paid
Authorized invoices are paid within 30 business days of being received – most are paid sooner. For fastest payment:
- Submit invoices using the service provider portal
- Sign up for direct deposit – payments are deposited within three to five business days of the invoice being processed
Invoice once per month. You have up to six months after the date of service to submit an invoice. You cannot invoice for future-dated services or for missed appointments. Include on your invoice:
- Information about the service provider – full name, mailing address, phone number
- Information about the payee, (if different than the service provider) – full name, mailing address, phone number
- Billing number
- Invoice number – at least four characters long
- Client name (first and last)
- Information about the service delivery – date (day, month, and year), type of service, amount of service provided (hours or days), rate (per hour or per day)
- Total cost of service
- Sample invoice (PDF)
Provide parents with duplicates of any invoices submitted for payment. Parents and service providers will be notified if an invoice cannot be processed.
Submit invoices:
- Online using the service provider portal
- By mail: PO Box 9776 STN PROV GOVT Victoria, BC V8W 9S5
- By email: MCF.AutismFundingUnit@gov.bc.ca – service providers are responsible for protecting their client's information if they use this option
Using the service provider portal
Use the service provider portal for fast self-service options.
BCeID: Service providers log into the portal using a BCeID.
Guides:
- Service Provider Portal Guide for Autism Funding (PDF, 5.0 MB)
- Service Provider Portal Guide for Medical Benefits (PDF, 5.0 MB)
Contact information
Ask the Autism Funding team for help with funding paperwork or processes.
250 387-3530
1 877 777-3530
250 356-8578