BACB CEU: 1.5 General

QABA CEU: 1.5 General

IBAO CEU: 1.5 ABA Topic

About Your Instructor: Maria Nicolaou, Msc, BCBA, has dedicated her career to helping children on the autism spectrum through ABA interventions. With extensive experience in home programs, schools, and the UK’s National Health Service, Maria brings a wealth of practical knowledge that will help you master the art of conducting skills assessments.

Take your ABA (Applied Behavior Analysis) practice to the next level with Session 3: Conducting Skills Assessments, part of our practical ABA in Practice Series. Led by the experienced Maria Nicolaou, Msc, BCBA, this session is designed to give you a comprehensive understanding of the critical tools and techniques used in ABA assessments.

This session focuses on two essential assessments, ABLLS-R (Assessment of Basic Language and Learning Skills - Revised) and VB-MAPP (Verbal Behavior Milestones Assessment and Placement Program). You will not only learn how to administer these tools but also gain practical experience in using them to track a child’s development and design effective, individualized intervention plans.

Session Objectives:

Understand the ABLLS-R and VB-MAPP Assessments: Get a solid grasp of these vital tools used to assess language, learning, and developmental milestones in children, particularly those with autism or developmental delays.
Learn How to Complete the ABLLS-R and VB-MAPP Assessments: Step-by-step guidance on how to administer these assessments, ensuring you are equipped to evaluate a child’s skills thoroughly and accurately.
Practice Completing the Assessments: Gain practical, hands-on experience with real-world scenarios that allow you to practice administering the assessments and interpreting the results to inform your ABA intervention plans.

Why This Session Matters:Conducting accurate skills assessments is fundamental to the success of any ABA program. By mastering these tools, you’ll be able to set clear, measurable goals for the children in your care, track their progress, and ensure that your interventions are tailored to their unique needs. This session empowers you to confidently complete these assessments and use the data to drive meaningful, positive change in the child’s development.

Learning Objectives:

• Understand the ABLLS and VB-MAPP assessment
• Learn how to complete the ABLLS and VB-MAPP assessment
• Practice completing the assessments

Who Should Attend:

This session is perfect for:

• ABA practitioners especially for professionals at the beginning of their journey. (BCBAs, RBTs)
• Teachers and educators working with children with developmental disabilities
• Therapists looking to enhance their assessment techniques
• Parents and caregivers involved in ABA programs

Whether you are new to these assessments or looking to refine your skills, this session is designed to meet you where you are.

Why You Should Join:

• Real-World Application: Learn how to implement these assessments in your daily practice to improve your effectiveness.
• Interactive and Engaging: This session is designed to be practical and hands-on, so you can walk away ready to apply what you've learned.

Don’t miss this opportunity to enhance your ABA practice by mastering the tools that drive effective interventions.