Can a Duval family pay for applied behavior analysis for autism with scholarship funds?
Applied Behavior Analysis is named in the FES-UA statute and is among the largest single therapy uses of the account.
| Program | Status | What the rule says |
|---|---|---|
| Unique Abilities (FES-UA) | Allowed | Allowed when provided by or under the supervision of a Board Certified Behavior Analyst. |
| PEP (family-directed account) | Not allowed | Not available on PEP. |
| Private School Scholarship (FTC/FES-EO) | Not allowed | Not a category. |
Which rules apply to applied behavior analysis for autism purchases?
- Check the supervising analyst in the Behavior Analyst Certification Board's registry.
- The account cannot pay for services insurance already covers.
- Counseling or psychotherapy by a licensed mental-health professional is a separate allowed service.
What is not allowed under applied behavior analysis for autism?
- Unsupervised technicians
- Services already paid by insurance
How do Jacksonville families use applied behavior analysis for autism?
33 Duval private schools report serving autism spectrum disorder, counting the older 'autistic' label the state directory still uses. Ask whether ABA happens on campus and who bills it.
How does a family buy applied behavior analysis for autism with scholarship money?
Browse MyScholarShop first, because its items are pre-approved, then search Find Providers in EMA to pay a tutor, therapist or instructor directly. Failing that, pay on a card and send in the itemized receipt for repayment. Anything not on the eligible list needs permission beforehand, and requests for 2026-27 stop on May 28, 2027.
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Sources: Step Up For Students purchasing guides for FES-UA, PEP and the Private School Scholarship (2026-27) and its summary of handbook and guide changes. These are summaries and not legal advice; Step Up's handbook controls.