PA (IBHS)- INITIAL 30hrs Training for BHTs & Behavior Techs (ALL)

PA IBHS

Initial 30 hour BHT/BT Training

This training course meets the initial 30- hour training requirements set-forth by Pennsylvania (IBHS) for practitioners that work as BHTs, Behavior Techs, RBT®s, etc. who have limited to no experience working with individuals with developmental, mental and other disabilities (to include ASD). Professionals who successfully complete this course will have satisfied following Pennsylvania mandated training elements:

• Crisis intervention skills, including risk management, de-escalation techniques, and safety planning.
• Behavior management skills and coaching.
• Child and adolescent development
• Overview of serious emotional disturbance& other behavioral or psychosocial needs of children, youth/young adults
• Professional ethics, conduct, and confidentiality.
• Psychotropic medications, including common side effects.

Please note: You will still be required to complete the following training w/ an approved provider to fully meet the PA requirements:

Requirement 1: Sections 6301—6386 of 23 Pa.C.S. (relating to Child Protective Services Law) and mandated reporting requirements. Act 31 Online Training provided by University of Pittsburgh School of Social Work  (3 hours) https://www.socialwork.pitt.edu/researchtraining/child-welfare-programs/act-31-line-training

Requirement 7: First aid, universal precautions, and safety.

If you are taking this course, you may also be required to complete the following courses. Please refer to your employing agency. 

Additional RBT® 40-hour Course (completed prior to working with clients)

Additional 24-hour Training Sequence Course for those without experience in the field (completed within 6-months of your hire date)

If your organization would like a customized program to meet your organization's state-mandated training or other needs, please reach out to our Customer Support Lead, Michelle, at MCapulong@Special-Learning.com and we will work with you to create a customized solution.