Functional Communication Training is among the most well-supported and widely implemented interventions in applied behavior analysis. Developed through the foundational work of Carr and Durand in the 1980s and extended by Dr.
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Join Free →This video features Dr. Wayne Fisher, a leading expert in applied behavior analysis, discussing the treatment of problem behavior through Functional Communication Training (FCT). FCT is an evidence-based intervention that teaches individuals to replace challenging behaviors with appropriate communication methods. Dr. Fisher delves into the theoretical underpinnings of FCT, its development, and its application in clinical settings, particularly for individuals with autism spectrum disorder. This video features Dr. Wayne Fisher, a leading expert in applied behavior analysis, discussing the treatment of problem behavior through Functional Communication Training (FCT). FCT is an evidence-based intervention that teaches individuals to replace challenging behaviors with appropriate communication methods. Dr. Fisher delves into the theoretical underpinnings of FCT, its development, and its application in clinical settings, particularly for individuals with autism spectrum disorder. The presentation includes discussions on identifying the functions of problem behaviors, designing effective communication alternatives, and implementing FCT protocols to achieve meaningful behavioral change. This resource is valuable for practitioners, educators, and students seeking to understand the research foundations of FCT and its practical implications in behavior analysis. Recorded in December 2014. Dr. Wayne Fisher, BCBA-D, is the H.B. Munroe Professor of Behavioral Research in the Munroe-Meyer Institute and the Department of Pediatrics at the University of Nebraska Medical Center. He is also the director of the Center for Autism Spectrum Disorders at the Munroe-Meyer Institute, a board-certified behavior analyst at the doctoral level and a licensed psychologist. He was previously a professor of psychiatry at Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine and served as executive director of the Neurobehavioral Programs at the Kennedy Krieger Institute and the Marcus Behavior Center at the Marcus Institute, where he built clinical-research programs in autism and developmental disabilities with national reputations for excellence. Only logged in customers who have purchased this product may leave a review.
| Certification Body | Credits | Type |
|---|---|---|
| BACB | 1.5 | General |
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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.