Join us for a deep discussion on the ins and outs of developing meaningful content for aspiring RBTs - incorporating all required technical elements while maintaining a focus on compassionate, culturally relevant, assent-based professional services through an online asynchronous training format.  While there is no CEU associated with this episode at this time if you wish to watch the episode and earn 60 minutes Staff Training certificate.  Please click here. Show Notes: 40 hour RBT Course - 3rd Edition TCO -Enhanced

In this special in person episode of The Behavioral View, hosts Dr. Shannon Hill and Dr. Nissa Van Etten broadcast from the CR Unite 2025 Conference in Chicago to discuss the latest innovations shaping behavior analysis. They're joined by Amber Ledesma, BCBA and Customer Success Lead III at CentralReach, and Dr. Alana Fallucca, Director of Quality Assurance at Above and Beyond Therapy, for an unscripted, in-person conversation about the evolution of assessments, outcomes tracking, and AI in clinical practice.  While there is no CEU associated with this episode at this time if you wish to watch the episode and earn 30 minutes Staff Training certificate.  Please click here.

This episode provides behavior analysts with practical guidance on navigating insurance authorization processes, with particular focus on peer review procedures. The panel discusses the workflow from initial clinical review through potential peer review, emphasizing that peer review is a collaborative process rather than punitive action. Key topics include understanding medical necessity requirements, writing effective treatment plans, preparing for peer review conversations, and managing different outcomes. The discussion addresses common challenges faced by both new and experienced BCBAs, including dosage recommendations, goal writing, parent involvement requirements, and handling denials. This content directly supports behavior analysts in improving their clinical documentation and communication skills to ensure continued access to services for their clients.  To earn CEUs for listening, click here, log in or sign up, pay the CEU fee, + take the attendance verification to generate your certificate! Don't forget to subscribe and follow and leave us a rating and review. Show Notes References: Reinecke, D. R., & Colleagues. (2024). Treatment planning recommendations for applied behavior analysis services. Association for Professional Behavior Analysts.  Resources:  Professional Organizations and Guidelines:  ABA Coding Coalition - https://abacodes.org Association for Professional Behavior Analysts (APBA) - http://www.apbahome.net Council of Autism Service Providers (CASP) ABA Practice Guidelines - https://www.casproviders.org/asd-guidelines  Training and Educational Resources:  Autism Law Summit ABA Authorization and Appeals Playbook  CentralReach Institute  CR Unite Conference   Assessment Tools:  WebABLLS (Web-based ABLLS-R program) - http://webablls.com    

This panel discussion brings together experienced ABA professionals to share insights and practical advice for new and aspiring Registered Behavior Technicians (RBTs). The hosts and guests discuss their personal experiences entering the field, common challenges faced by new behavior technicians, and strategies for success. Key topics include the importance of authentic rapport-building and play skills, understanding intermittent reinforcement schedules and their impact on intervention outcomes, preventing and managing burnout through self-advocacy and support systems, navigating boundaries in home-based services, and developing effective communication with supervisors. The discussion emphasizes the human elements of ABA practice and provides actionable guidance to help new professionals thrive in their roles while maintaining ethical standards and professional relationships.  While there is no CEU associated with this episode at this time if you wish to watch the episode and earn 1 Staff Training hour certificate.  Please click here. Show Notes References  Plantiveau, C., Dounavi, K., & Virués-Ortega, J. (2018). High levels of burnout among early-career board-certified behavior analysts with low collegial support in the work environment. European Journal of Behavior Analysis, 19(2), 195-207. https://doi.org/10.1080/15021149.2018.1438339    Resources  Behavior Analyst Certification Board (BACB) - www.bacb.com  CentralReach Institute - www.centralreach.com/institute 

This episode features a comprehensive discussion of research examining socially assisted robotics for children with autism. Madeline Jürgensen presents findings from two single-case design studies that investigated whether children with autism would attend to and learn from a small humanoid robot called Kebbi. The first study used a multiple baseline design to measure attending behaviors, revealing dramatic increases in eye contact and engagement when children worked with the robot versus human instructors. The second study employed an adaptive alternating treatment design to compare learning outcomes between robot and human instruction, finding that while children learned academic skills from both modalities, they showed preference for robot-delivered activities despite sometimes performing better with human instruction. The discussion includes important considerations about the novelty effect, social validity, and the future role of robotics in behavior analysis practice.  To earn CEUs for listening, click here, log in or sign up, pay the CEU fee, + take the attendance verification to generate your certificate! Don't forget to subscribe and follow and leave us a rating and review. Show Notes References:   Berens, K. N. (2020). Blind spots: Why students fail and the science that can save them. Oakland, CA: The Collective Book Studio.  Darling, K. (2021). The new breed: What our history with animals reveals about our future with robots. Henry Holt and Company.  Shi, Z., Groechel, T. R., Jain, S., Chima, K., Rudovic, O., & Matarić, M. J. (2022). Toward personalized affect-aware socially assistive robot tutors for long-term interventions with children with autism. Journal of Human-Robot Interaction, 11(4), Article 39. https://doi.org/10.1145/3526111  Resources:   Association for Behavior Analysis International (ABAI): https://www.abainternational.org/  CentralReach Institute: https://centralreach.com/  University of Southern California Robotics and Autonomous Systems Center (RASC): https://rasc.usc.edu/research/    If you would like a copy of the articles discussed please reach out to [email protected]

This episode explores the intersection between applied behavior analysis and user experience (UX) research, demonstrating how behavior analysts can apply their skills in technology and design fields. The discussion focuses on transferable skills including interview techniques, observational methods, and behavioral assessment strategies that are valuable in UX research. Participants will learn about effective approaches to gathering stakeholder information, understanding user needs, and applying behavior analytic thinking to improve product design and user interfaces. The content emphasizes how behavior analysts can expand their career opportunities while contributing their unique skillset to interdisciplinary teams in technology and other fields.  To earn CEUs for listening, click here, log in or sign up, pay the CEU fee, + take the attendance verification to generate your certificate! Don't forget to subscribe and follow and leave us a rating and review. Show Notes References:   Anderson, N. (2019, March 26). Getting specific with the TEDw method [Interview]. dscout People Nerds. https://www.dscout.com/people-nerds/tedw   Cihon, T. M., Cihon, J. H., & Bedient, G. M. (2016). Establishing a common vocabulary of key concepts for the effective implementation of applied behavior analysis. International Electronic Journal of Elementary Education, 9(2), 337–348.   Partington, J. W. (2006). Assessment of Basic Language and Learning Skills-Revised (ABLLS-R). Behavior Analysts, Inc.  Partington, J. W., & Mueller, M. (2012). The Assessment of Functional Living Skills (AFLS). Behavior Analysts, Inc.  Sparrow, S. S., Cicchetti, D. V., & Saulnier, C. A. (2016). Vineland Adaptive Behavior Scales, Third Edition (Vineland-3). Pearson.  Resources:   Association for Behavior Analysis International (ABAI) - https://www.abainternational.org  CentralReach - https://www.centralreach.com  Council of Autism Service Providers (CASP) - https://www.casproviders.org    

This podcast episode explores the critical topic of cultural responsiveness in behavior analytic practice, with a specific focus on understanding and addressing implicit biases that may affect service delivery. The discussion examines how unconscious racial biases and attitudes impact healthcare delivery broadly and connects these concepts specifically to behavior analytic services. The presentation advances knowledge of ethics by examining the ethical implications of cultural responsiveness and implicit bias in behavior analytic practice, helping behavior analysts fulfill their ethical obligation to provide culturally sensitive and equitable services to diverse populations. Participants will learn practical strategies for recognizing implicit bias, developing culturally responsive practices, and improving equitable service delivery in accordance with the Ethics Code for Behavior Analysts.  To earn CEUs for listening, click here, log in or sign up, pay the CEU fee, + take the attendance verification to generate your certificate! Don't forget to subscribe and follow and leave us a rating and review. Show Notes References: Jones, D. D. (2022). Examining the unconscious racial biases and attitudes of physicians, nurses, and the public: Implications for future health care education and practice. Health Equity, 6(1), 375-381.  Zaxbc, N. (n.d.). Swimming against the current: Why the BACB's DEI rollback move [LinkedIn article]. Retrieved from https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/swimming-against-current-why-bacbs-dei-rollback-move-natalie-zaxbc  Resources: American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA). (n.d.). Cultural responsiveness. https://www.asha.org/practice-portal/professional-issues/cultural-responsiveness/  American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA). (n.d.). Cultural competence checklist: Service delivery. https://www.asha.org/siteassets/uploadedfiles/cultural-competence-checklist-service-delivery.pdf  American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA). (n.d.). Policies and procedures checklist. https://www.asha.org/siteassets/uploadedfiles/multicultural/policies-and-procedures-checklist.pdf  American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA). (n.d.). Culturally responsive practice checklist. https://www.asha.org/siteassets/uploadedfiles/multicultural/culturally-responsive-practice-checklist.pdf  🔗 Black Men in Behavior Analysis (BMBA) Instagram: @blackmeninaba – https://www.instagram.com/blackmeninaba Facebook: @bmbanetwork – https://www.facebook.com/bmbanetwork LinkedIn: Black Men in Behavior Analysis – https://www.linkedin.com/company/black-men-in-behavior-analysis Website: https://www.bmbanetwork.org 🔥 ABAVerzus Instagram: @abaverzus – https://www.instagram.com/abaverzus Facebook: @abaverzus – https://www.facebook.com/share/sHpepXPSXrBV6VrP LinkedIn: ABAVerzus Block Party – https://www.linkedin.com/company/abaverzus-block-party 🎙️ Beyond the Science Podcast YouTube: https://youtu.be/7cb53TK2cJY Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/6IBxbm2dop9oxioUadIgek Instagram: @beyond.the.science.pod – https://www.instagram.com/beyond.the.science.pod  TikTok: @beyond.the.science – https://www.tiktok.com/@beyond.the.science LinkedIn: Beyond the Science Podcast – https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/beyond-the-science-pod  

This podcast episode features Olivia Banks and Jessica Gruber from The Place for Children with Autism, who share their organization's journey implementing a comprehensive quality assurance framework. The discussion covers how they developed their Assessment of Service Delivery Quality (ASDQ) framework based on Silva and El Fattal's (2021) article, including the process of identifying internal quality standards, incorporating external guidelines, creating assessment tools, implementing quarterly evaluations, analyzing data, and developing targeted interventions. The presenters provide practical insights on implementing a quality framework within an ABA organization, addressing challenges such as staff training, data analysis, and using insights to drive organizational improvement. The episode offers valuable guidance for behavior analysts interested in developing or enhancing quality assurance systems within their own organizations.  To earn CEUs for listening, click here, log in or sign up, pay the CEU fee, + take the attendance verification to generate your certificate! Don't forget to subscribe and follow and leave us a rating and review. Show Notes References:  Silva, B., & El Fattal, R. (2021). Creating a quality framework for your organization: A behavior-analytic approach. Behavior Analysis in Practice, 14(4), 978-984. https://doi.org/10.1007/s40617-021-00574-8  Resources:  BACB Ethics Code for Behavior Analysts: https://www.bacb.com/ethics-information/ethics-codes/  Behavioral Health Center of Excellence (BHCOE), now known as JADE: https://bhcoe.org/  Council of Autism Service Providers (CASP) standards: https://casproviders.org/  Performance Diagnostic Checklist - Human Services (PDC-HS): https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4883535/  Sunberg's Program Evaluation: https://www.behavioranalysislegacy.com/  The Behavioral View podcast: https://institute.centralreach.com/learning-library/podcast-behavioral-view/  The Place for Children with Autism: https://www.theplaceforchildrenwithautism.com/       

In this episode of The Behavioral View podcast, Shannon Hill and Nissa Van Etten talk with Shahla Ala'i Rosales, co-author of "Between Now and Dreams: Responsible and Responsive Parenting in Autism," and Jamie Mish Smith, a parent of a child with autism. The conversation explores the evolving relationship between behavior analysts and parents, emphasizing the importance of perspective-taking, lifelong learning, building connections, and acknowledging the role of love in the work of behavior analysis. The discussion addresses how behavior analysts can better support parents through understanding their experiences, respecting their expertise, and building genuine partnerships that recognize the complexity of family systems. Insights are shared about challenges in contemporary service delivery models and how practitioners can enhance their ability to connect with and support families. To earn CEUs for listening, click here, log in or sign up, pay the CEU fee, + take the attendance verification to generate your certificate! Don't forget to subscribe and follow and leave us a rating and review. Show Notes References: Ala'i-Rosales, S., & Heinkel-Wolfe, P. (2023). Between now and dreams: Responsible and responsive parenting in autism. Self-published. Pritchett, M., Ala'i-Rosales, S., Cruz, A. G., & Cihon, T. M. (2022). Social justice and the role of behavior analysts: Historical, current, and future directions. Behavior Analysis in Practice, 15(1), 81-88. https://doi.org/10.1007/s40617-021-00591-7 Rosales-Ruiz, J., & Baer, D. M. (1997). Behavioral cusps: A developmental and pragmatic concept for behavior analysis. Journal of Applied Behavior Analysis, 30(3), 533-544. https://doi.org/10.1901/jaba.1997.30-533 Skinner, B. F. (1948). Walden Two. Macmillan. Wolf, M. M. (1978). Social validity: The case for subjective measurement or how applied behavior analysis is finding its heart. Journal of Applied Behavior Analysis, 11(2), 203-214. https://doi.org/10.1901/jaba.1978.11-203 Resources: Amazon link to "Between Now and Dreams": https://www.amazon.com/Responsible-Responsive-Parenting-Autism-Between/dp/0991040384 Association for Contextual Behavioral Science: https://contextualscience.org/ CentralReach: https://centralreach.com/ Parent to Parent: https://www.p2pusa.org/ The Behavioral View Podcast: https://institute.centralreach.com/behavioral-view/      

This Season 5 Premier explores the current state and future possibilities of visual analysis in behavior analysis, with particular focus on how artificial intelligence may enhance these practices. Dr. Kubina discusses limitations in current visual analysis practices, including inconsistent application of analysis techniques, lack of standardization in graph construction, and reliability issues in interpretation. The discussion extends to how AI tools might support more comprehensive and consistent visual analysis while maintaining the essential role of human judgment. The conversation includes practical considerations for implementing AI tools in clinical practice while maintaining ethical standards and professional competence.  To earn CEUs for listening, click here, log in or sign up, pay the CEU fee, + take the attendance verification to generate your certificate! Don't forget to subscribe and follow and leave us a rating and review. Show Notes References: Datchuk, S. M., & Kubina, R. M. (2011). Communicating experimental findings in single case design research: How to use celeration values and celeration multipliers to measure direction, magnitude, and change of slope. Journal of Precision Teaching & Celeration, 27, 3-17.  Kahng, S., Chung, K.-M., Gutshall, K., Pitts, S. C., Kao, J., & Girolami, K. (2010). Consistent visual analyses of intrasubject data. Journal of Applied Behavior Analysis, 43(1), 35–45.  Kubina, R. M., Kostewicz, D. E., Brennan, K. M., & King, S. A. (2017). A Critical Review of Line Graphs in Behavior Analytic Journals. Educational Psychology Review, 29, 583-598.  Vanselow, N. R., Thompson, R., & Karsina, A. (2011). Data-based decision making: The impact of data variability, training, and context. Journal of Applied Behavior Analysis, 44(4), 767-780.  Resources: Behavior Analyst Certification Board (www.bacb.com)  CentralReach (www.centralreach.com)  PrecisionX (www.centralreach.precisionx.com)