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General CEU: Education Code for BCBAs - Part 1: Foundations of Federal Education Law

Education Code for BCBAs - Part 1: Foundations of Federal Education Law matters because it changes what a BCBA notices when decisions have to hold up in school teams and classroom routines. In Foundations of Federal Education Law (Part 1), for this course, the practical stakes show up in feasible school-based support, stronger collaboration, and better student participation, not in abstract discussion alone.

Provider: BehaviorLive — via Inclusive Behavior Consulting, LLC.

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Course Description

This section introduces school-based BCBAs to the foundational federal laws that shape special education: IDEA, ADA, and Section 504. Participants will unpack each law's purpose, protections, and scope—building a clear understanding of how these statutes influence behavior services, eligibility, and supports in public schools.

What You'll Learn

  1. Identify the purpose and key provisions of IDEA, ADA, and Section 504.
  2. Explain how each law supports students with disabilities and influences school-based services.
  3. Recognize how these laws intersect with BCBA practice in school settings.

CEU Credits Earned

Certification BodyCreditsType
BACB® 1 General

About the Instructor

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Katie Conrado
BCBA, M.Ed. in Special Education, CA Credentialed Teacher

Katie Conrado, M.Ed. in Special Education, BCBAFounder, Inclusive Behavior ConsultingKatie Conrado is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) and former educator with a Master’s in Special Education. She is the founder of Inclusive Behavior Consulting, where she designs high-impact CEU courses and events for school-based BCBAs. With over a decade of experience supporting public school teams, Katie specializes in practical, legally aligned, and trauma-informed strategies that drive meaningful behavior change. Her trainings equip BCBAs with actionable tools to enhance collaboration, advocacy, and student outcomes across school settings.

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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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