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General CEU: ABA in Practice - Session 1: Overview of ABA and the course

ABA in Practice - Session 1: Overview of ABA and the course belongs in serious BCBA study because it shapes whether behavior-analytic decisions stay useful once they leave a clean training example and enter case conceptualization, intervention design, staff training, and literature-informed problem solving. In Overview of ABA and the course (Session 1), for this course, the practical stakes show up in stronger conceptual consistency and better translational decision making, not in abstract discussion alone.

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Course Description

This is session one of the eleven-part series of ABA in Practice. In this session, we will review and provide you with a recap of the ABA concepts necessary for developing and implementing a behavior program. It also provides an overview of the sessions to follow. In this session we set the stage for a comprehensive exploration of the fundamental principles and practical applications that underpin Applied Behavior Analysis. Workbook included with guided notes and checklist to support you in your practical application of behaviour services.

What You'll Learn

  1. Describe Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA).
  2. Who benefits from ABA.
  3. Describe the main goals and main elements of an ABA program.

CEU Credits Earned

Certification BodyCreditsType
BACB 1 General
QABA 1 General
IBAO 1 General
APA 1 General
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Clinical Disclaimer

All behavior-analytic intervention is individualized. The information on this page is for educational purposes and does not constitute clinical advice. Treatment decisions should be informed by the best available published research, individualized assessment, and obtained with the informed consent of the client or their legal guardian. Behavior analysts are responsible for practicing within the boundaries of their competence and adhering to the BACB Ethics Code for Behavior Analysts.

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