Credentialing in applied behavior analysis has historically centered on the BACB's certification tiers — RBT, BCaBA, BCBA, BCBA-D — which establish a common baseline of competency across the profession. As the field has grown and diversified, however, a distinct question has emerged: do existing credentials adequately differentiate practitioners with specialized expertise in particular populations, approaches, or philosophies of practice.
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Join Free →During this episode we chat with Jessica Piazza and John McEachin. Jessica is the Project Manager for Certification for the Progressive Behavior Analyst Autism Council® (PBAAC®) and John is the President of the PBAAC. The PBAAC was established to provide credentials in the field of ABA as it applies to progressive intervention for individuals diagnosed with ASD. We ask Jessica and John about all things PBAAC including how it differs from other certifications in the field, what the future looks like for the PBAAC, and how others can learn more about the PBAAC and progressive ABA.
| Certification Body | Credits | Type |
|---|---|---|
| BACB | 1 | 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.