Supervision is often described as the cornerstone of ethical behavior analyst training, yet the regulatory and practical landscape that supervisors and trainees must navigate has become significantly more complex. In New York State and in many comparable jurisdictions, the intersection of BACB certification requirements, state licensure regulations, scope-of-practice definitions, and emerging technology introduces a level of complexity that many practitioners — experienced and new alike — are not adequately prepared for.
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Join Free →Supervision is the cornerstone of training ethical behavior analysts, yet many supervisors and trainees in New York State (NYS) face a rapidly evolving landscape with limited guidance. This panel will discuss the nuances of high-quality supervision in NYS educational programs, offering practical insights and critical updates for new and experienced professionals. Topics include accruing unrestricted hours, defining trainee roles and responsibilities, and ethical considerations around areas of competence. The panel will also explore supervision challenges in neighboring states and abroad, and recent NYS regulatory changes, such as the graduate permit and prescription/diagnosis requirements. Although behavior analysis applies to many populations and settings, most practitioners still center on ASD; we'll explore strategies to expand trainees' opportunities across other areas. Finally, the session will examine the evolving role of artificial intelligence (AI) in supervision and its integration with foundational behavior‑analytic training. Attendees will leave with a clear vision of high‑quality supervision in NYS.
| Certification Body | Credits | Type |
|---|---|---|
| BACB® | 1 | Supervision |
| COA | 1 | — |
Vicki Madaus Knapp, Ph.D., BCBA-D, LBA (NY) is an Associate Professor and serves as the Chairperson and Executive Director of the Behavioral Science Department at Daemen University. The Daemen University Behavioral Science Department has registered programs to provide licensure-qualifying coursework in NYS and programs designated by the Association for Behavior Analysis International as Verified Course Sequence (VCS). Dr. Knapp holds a Doctorate in Developmental and Child Psychology from the University of Kansas with a specialization in ABA. She obtained her Master’s Degree in Clinical Behavioral Psychology from Eastern Michigan University and her Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology from Western Michigan University. She is an NYS Licensed Behavior Analyst (LBA) and a Board Certified Behavior Analyst at the doctoral level (BCBA-D). She has been practicing in ABA to help people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, including ASD, meet their goals for more than 30 years. Dr. Knapp is a member of the NYS Board for Applied Behavior Analysis. She recently served as the Secretary for the New York State Association for Behavior Analysis (NYSABA) and has held other positions in the past, including Representative-at-Large, Education Chairperson, Conference Chairperson, and President. She has multiple scholarly publications and has provided several invited presentations at regional conferences and events.
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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.