Bierman Autism Centers

Bierman Rising Clinician Scholarship

Micro-Scholarships for Emerging ABA Leaders

Cash awards ($2k–$3k), multiple winners per round

The Bierman Rising Clinician Scholarship spotlights emerging ABA clinicians. Each edition pairs cash awards with mentorship from Bierman leaders and resume‑ready recognition. Our first scholarship contest is launching soon. Join the alert list to be the first to know.

With a teaching-hospital approach to autism therapy, Bierman Autism Centers prioritizes shoulder-to-shoulder learning, precision teaching, and ethical care. Our why is simple: to trailblaze the future of autism care and usher in the next generation of ABA professionals. Through PEBBL (Progress through Evidence-Based Behavior Lab), we pair mentorship with clinical excellence so curiosity becomes real progress for children and families.

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Who it’s for

  • Students who have completed at least  8+ graduate credits in an ABA master’s program
  • External applicants only. Current Bierman employees are not eligible
  • Transcript verification is required at submission

What you’ll gain

  • $2,000–$3,000 cash awards, multiple winners each round
  • Mentorship touchpoints with Bierman clinical leaders, including 1:1 time with our Chief Clinical Officer, Dr. Chrissy Barosky
  • Community & professional recognition you can add to your resume and LinkedIn
  • Shadow-day opportunities (or virtual options)

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FAQs

Who can apply?
Applicants must have completed at least 8+ graduate credits in an ABA master’s program. This scholarship is for external applicants only; current Bierman employees are not eligible.

 

Is it nationwide?
Yes, all 50 U.S. states. 

 

When do applications open?
Info session & full details coming soon. Join the alert list to receive emails when applications open.

 

What’s the first Contest about?
The first contest will present you with an opportunity to showcase your passion and values through a case study style approach. The full brief and judging pillars will be released at the info session and in the Terms & Conditions at launch.

 

How are winners selected?
This is a skill-based scholarship. A published judging rubric will guide selection (e.g., originality, feasibility, potential impact, alignment with ethical care). The full rubric and panel process will be posted with the Terms & Conditions at launch.

 

What are the awards?
Each edition offers $2,000–$3,000 cash awards, plus mentorship touchpoints with Bierman clinical leaders (including 1:1 time with our CCO), community recognition, and shadow-day opportunities (or virtual options). The number of winners and any additional perks will be confirmed at launch.

 

Does it cost anything to apply?
No. No purchase necessary. There are no fees to apply.

 

Are scholarship funds paid to me or my school?
Disbursement details will be clarified at launch. Winners are responsible for applicable taxes.

 

Can Bierman employees apply?
The Bierman Rising Clinician Scholarship is external-only. (If an internal track is added later, it will be announced separately.)

 

I’m in a BCBA certificate program—am I eligible?
Applicants should be at least two courses through their ABA coursework. Join the alert list and we’ll email the final eligibility language when applications open.

 

How often does this run?
There will be three scholarships per year. Dates for each scholarship will be released at the info session, and future windows will be posted here.

 

How will you use my information?
We’ll use your details to send application-open alerts and relevant scholarship updates (like info-session invites). Full privacy language will be in the Terms & Conditions at launch, and you can unsubscribe at any time.

 

Who do I contact with questions?
Email scholarshipinfo@biermanautism.com. We’ll respond during business hours.

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The Bierman Rising Clinician Scholarship is a merit-based scholarship funded by corporate dollars. We follow non-discrimination principles. Full Terms & Conditions and the judging rubric will be published at launch. Geographic eligibility: All 50 US States. External applicants only; current Bierman employees are not eligible. No purchase necessary. Winners are responsible for applicable taxes. Void where prohibited.

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