The rapid expansion of applied behavior analysis as a healthcare profession has created unprecedented opportunities for career development and entrepreneurship. Yet these opportunities have not been distributed equitably across the workforce.
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Join Free →The field of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) continues to grow, yet Black women remain significantly underrepresented in leadership positions (Cirincione-Ulezi, 2020). This workshop explores systemic barriers—including lack of mentorship, only-ness, microaggressions, and implicit bias—that hinder leadership advancement for Black women BCBAs. Using real-world narratives and research-based insights, the impact of these challenges and discuss strategies for fostering inclusivity, advocacy, and professional growth will be examined. Designed for ABA professionals and aspiring entrepreneurs, this interactive session will also integrate business development, social media presence, cultural humility, and personal values into career advancement and supplemental income. Participants will engage in hands-on activities such as drafting a mission statement, creating a mock social media post, and identifying culturally responsive strategies to enhance their ABA practice. Through guided self-reflection and networking opportunities, attendees will align their professional goals with their strengths and interests, ensuring a values-driven approach to their work.
| Certification Body | Credits | Type |
|---|---|---|
| BACB® | 3 | Ethics |
| COA | 3 | — |
Quintara Tucker (she/her) is a distinguished Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA), International Behavior Analyst (IBA), Licensed Behavior Analyst (LBA), Licensed Behavior Specialist (LBS), and a doctoral learner. As an author, speaker, and CEO, Quintara is dedicated to transforming the lives of children and empowering professionals within the field of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA). With extensive experience across public schools, clinics, and home settings, she specializes in working with individuals diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD).Quintara’s passion for staff training and coaching has driven her to author two widely used Staff Training Manuals, designed to train professionals in special education classrooms around the globe. As a Black woman, she brings a culturally sensitive and compassionate approach to training, fostering an inclusive environment that resonates with diverse audiences. Through her consulting business, QB Consulting, LLC, Quintara delivers impactful professional development and continuing education presentations, equipping educators and professionals with the tools they need to excel in their roles.Quintara serves as the Events Co-Chair on the New Jersey Association for Behavior Analysis (NJABA) Board of Directors. She is also an award-winning volunteer, actively involved with the Alumni Society Board of her undergraduate alma mater, and mentors first-generation college students of color. As a frequent speaker at university events, Quintara inspires undergraduate students to become compassionate, ethical, and forward-thinking leaders.Beyond her clinical and professional endeavors, Quintara is the creative force behind the popular Instagram page and YouTube channel, @themysticalanalyst. Through these platforms, she creates engaging content, tackles challenging conversations, and advocates for the empowerment of Black clinicians in ABA.
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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.