Modifies provisions relating to the practice of applied behavior analysis

HB 1500 modifies Missouri's licensing requirements for behavior analysts and assistant behavior analysts. The bill mandates that practitioners must be certified by a nationally accredited entity (like the Behavior Analyst Certification Board), pass background checks, and complete two hours of suicide assessment training. It sets specific application procedures, including fingerprinting, photo submission, and proof of certification. This law directly affects individuals seeking to practice applied behavior analysis in Missouri and the state committee overseeing licensing.