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General CEU: The Impact of an AI Co-Pilot on Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) Retention and Support

The Impact of an AI Co-Pilot on Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) Retention and Support matters because it changes what a BCBA notices when decisions have to hold up in clinical documentation, payer communication, supervision records, and leadership review. In The Impact of an AI Co-Pilot on Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) Retention and Support, for this course, the practical stakes show up in service continuity, accurate reporting, and defensible clinical decisions, not in abstract discussion alone.

Provider: BehaviorLive — via Tennessee Association for Behavior Analysis

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Course Description

The field of ABA faces ongoing challenges with RBT retention and support, impacting both service quality and organizational sustainability. This presentation brings together experts from clinical practice and technology development, to examine the potential role of artificial intelligence in supporting newly hired RBTs. Presenters will discuss a recent pilot study of AI co-pilot implementation, methodological considerations for evaluating such technologies, ethical implications for the field, and practical challenges in implementation. The discussion will focus on key questions including: How might AI support systems impact RBT retention and job satisfaction? What are the benefits and limitations of current AI co-pilot technologies in behavioral healthcare? How can organizations effectively evaluate and implement these tools while maintaining high clinical standards? This talk aims to facilitate an evidence-based discussion of technology's evolving role in clinical support systems while examining important considerations for the future of the field. Audience participation will be encouraged to explore diverse perspectives on this emerging practice area.

What You'll Learn

  1. Describe the functionality and implementation of a Care Copilot chatbot for RBTs and BTs.
  2. Analyze the impact of AI-based support on technician retention and perceived job readiness.
  3. Identify opportunities and limitations in using generative AI to supplement ABA supervision and training.

CEU Credits Earned

Certification BodyCreditsType
BACB® 1 General

About the Instructor

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Kelly King
BCBA

Kelly King (she/her) is a Manager of AI Clinical Governance at CentralReach. Kelly received her M.Ed. from Arcadia University and has been working in the field of ABA since 2002. Kelly supports the integration of artificial intelligence tools to enhance clinical competency offerings and innovate behavioral health technologies. Kelly's background spans clinical work, consultation, and staff training across various settings, including large urban school districts, enabling her to bridge the gap between ABA expertise and technological innovation. In her current role, she collaborates with teams to develop AI-powered solutions to improve clinical outcomes and build governance frameworks. Kelly is a mother of two girls and an active community volunteer in the Philadelphia area.

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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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