Applied Behavior Analysis
Let's break down what ABA is and who is ultimately responsible for the implementation of this scientific approach.
Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA)
ABA, by definition, is a scientific and evidence-based approach to understanding and improving behavior.
Data Collection
ABA is a data-driven field. Data collection is a fundamental component for our behavior analysts to measure progress, evaluate the effectiveness of interventions, and make informed decisions to adjust active treatment.
Skill Acquisition & Behavior Reduction
ABA aims to teach socially significant behaviors that fall within the skill domains of social skills, communication, daily living, and play skills.
ABA also focuses on teaching new and positive skills to safely express needs, increase independence, and improve relationships.
Board Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBA)
BCBAs are responsible for conducting assessments, developing behavior plans, designing skill acquisition goals, training and supervising BTs, and assessing progress through data collection.
Parent Consultation
Parent Consultants are responsible for educating parents on ABA principles, teaching behavior management strategies, and models behavior intervention techniques.
Behavior Technician (BT)
Registered Behavior Technicians (RBT) or Behavior Technicians (BT) are truly the back-bone of ABA. BTs are responsible for implementing ABA programs, data collection, and working directly 1:1 with the person supported.