What is Full-Time ABA Therapy?

February 25, 2026

Full-time ABA therapy is an intensive, structured program designed to help children with autism build meaningful skills through consistent, daily support. Typically ranging from 30 to 40 hours per week, this approach provides ongoing opportunities to practice communication, social interaction, and daily living skills in a supportive environment.

The goal is simple: maximize learning by creating consistent routines and reinforcing positive behaviors. With full-time ABA, children receive individualized treatment plans tailored to their unique needs, ensuring progress across home, school, and community settings. This level of commitment allows therapists to address challenges in real time and celebrate successes as they happen.


Families often choose full-time ABA when they want to see faster, measurable growth in areas like language development, social skills, and independence. It’s not just therapy, it’s a comprehensive support system that empowers children to thrive.


At Divine Steps ABA, we provide compassionate, evidence-based full-time ABA therapy programs in Maryland, Virginia, and North Carolina.


Ready to take the next step? Contact us today!


SOURCES:


https://medicine.iu.edu/blogs/pediatrics/child-development-choosing-between-aba-therapy-and-school


https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/treatments/25197-applied-behavior-analysis


https://medicine.iu.edu/blogs/pediatrics/child-development-choosing-between-aba-therapy-and-school


https://www.reddit.com/r/Autism_Parenting/comments/187rcm2/how_do_fulltime_working_parents_coordinate/


https://www.ziprecruiter.com/career/Full-Time-ABA-Therapist/What-Is-How-to-Become

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