The Individualized Education Program (IEP) process represents one of the most complex collaborative environments behavior analysts navigate. When BCBAs participate in IEP development and implementation, they enter a space governed by educational law, shaped by team dynamics, and complicated by potential role ambiguity.
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| Certification Body | Credits | Type |
|---|---|---|
| BACB® | 1 | Ethics |
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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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.