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Ethics CEU: School-Based Ethics in Action

Ethical decision-making in school-based behavior analysis represents one of the most demanding and consequential aspects of professional practice. Schools are inherently complex environments where multiple stakeholders, competing priorities, and institutional constraints intersect with the needs of individual learners.

Provider: BehaviorLive — via Black Women In Behavior Analysis Appreciation Day

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Course Description

In "School-Based Ethics in Action," participants will explore the BACB's structured decision-making process, as outlined in the Ethics Code for Behavior Analysts, as a practical tool for navigating ethical dilemmas within school environments. Using real case examples, this session guides participants through a step-by-step process for addressing complex, multi-faceted ethical concerns. Attendees will gain a deeper understanding of systematically applying ethical standards to ensure that decisions are well-documented, client-centered, and aligned with ethical principles.

What You'll Learn

  1. Apply a systematic approach to ethical decision-making within school-based scenarios, following the BACB's structured process.
  2. Analyze and define ethical dilemmas by identifying relevant individuals and core ethical principles. Evaluate potential courses of action based on ethical standards, client welfare, and contextual factors.
  3. Collaborate effectively with school teams to implement and document ethical solutions. Reflect on outcomes to enhance and strengthen ethical decision-making practices in educational settings.

CEU Credits Earned

Certification BodyCreditsType
BACB® 1 Ethics
COA 1

About the Instructor

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Gereen Francis
BCBA, LBA

Gereen R. Francis is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) and founder of Tangerine Behavioral Consulting LLC. Since 2009, she has dedicated her career to empowering families, educators, and early interventionists through Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA). Her focus is on creating positive, sustainable behavior changes that improve lives through training, coaching, and consulting services.With roots in severe behavior intervention and language development, Gereen’s early work in autism support fueled her passion for training and coaching families. Over the years, she has expanded her expertise to include roles as a Behavior Interventionist and Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS) District Coordinator, supporting both general and special education programs.Originally from St. Croix, US Virgin Islands, and as a mother to a twice-exceptional child, Gereen understands the complexities of implementing behavioral strategies. This personal and professional background drives her commitment to educating and empowering parents and educators with practical, effective ABA and PBIS techniques.

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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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