ABA in Practice - Session 5: Beginning and Implementing a New Program

BACB CEU: 2.5 General or Supervision 

QABA CEU: 2.5 General or Supervision 

IBAO CEU: 2.5 ABA Topic or Supervision  

Beginning a new ABA program is both exciting and challenging. This in-depth training, led by Maria Nicolaou, a highly experienced Board Certified Behavior Analyst, provides a step-by-step approach to launching ABA programs that are tailored to the needs of your clients and teams. Whether you're an ABA professional overseeing a program or training RBTs and BTs, this session will offer practical, research-backed strategies to ensure smooth program implementation.

Throughout the session, you will dive into:

Training Techniques: Learn effective methods to train your RBTs and BTs, ensuring they can deliver high-quality instruction while using ABA best practices.
Assessment and Program Design: Discover how to conduct thorough assessments that inform individualized program development. From behavior and skills assessments to prioritizing learning goals, this training covers it all.
Pairing and Reinforcement: Understand the critical importance of pairing—building trust and positive relationships with students—so that they view learning as a fun and rewarding experience. You’ll also explore reinforcement strategies that increase motivation and improve compliance.
Family Communication: Gain insights into how to effectively communicate program goals and progress with families, fostering collaboration and ensuring they play an active role in their child’s learning journey.

With real-life case examples, hands-on guidance, and clear objectives, this training equips ABA professionals with the tools needed to confidently begin new programs. You’ll leave with a solid plan for organizing your work environment, training your team, and using data to continuously refine your program.

This session is ideal for ABA professionals looking to enhance their ability to kick off programs smoothly, train their teams effectively, and maintain productive communication with families.

What You’ll Learn:

• How to train your team on ABA teaching techniques that foster skill acquisition and positive behavior.
• Steps for conducting thorough assessments and designing an ABA program tailored to individual needs.
• Best practices for pairing and reinforcement to build trust and instructional control.
• Strategies for clear and empathetic communication with families to ensure a collaborative, supportive environment.

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