IABA’s Advanced Behavioral Support Training for Professionals

This training is led by Dr. Gary LaVigna and Dr. Thomas Willis, co-founders of the Institute for Applied Behavior Analysis (IABA) and globally recognized experts in the field of behavior analysis. Together, they bring decades of experience in developing and teaching advanced, non-punitive strategies for managing challenging behaviors and improving the quality of life for individuals.

What else you get

• Downloadable slide decks for all 15 sessions. Not just a video you watch once. Files you keep, and can put in front of a team, a parent or an IEP meeting on Monday.

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Comprehensive Functional Assessment (CFA):

Learn to conduct thorough assessments that identify the root causes of behaviors through direct observation, interviews, and records review. This comprehensive approach allows you to create highly individualized support plans that drive meaningful change.

Positive Behavioral Support (PBS):

Master Ecological Strategies to modify physical and social environments, reducing problem behaviors and improving overall quality of life. PBS focuses on non-punitive, proactive methods that align environments with the individual’s needs.

Positive Programming:

Develop key skills to teach communication, social, and vocational abilities that promote independence and community integration. This training empowers you to build long-term, functional skills for those you support.

Emergency Management & Reactive Strategies:

Prepare for crises with IABA’s Non-Linear Multi-Element Model, focused on safely de-escalating behavioral crises and reducing severity without punishment. This training ensures rapid and safe control during challenging situations.

Antecedent Control:

Learn to prevent problem behaviors before they arise by identifying and modifying environmental triggers. Antecedent Control is an essential tool for professionals aiming to maintain positive and safe environments.

IABA’s training programs provide you with actionable strategies, making you more effective in delivering positive behavioral support and crisis management.