Supervision in applied behavior analysis has historically been framed around compliance — fulfilling hour requirements, signing off on field experience documentation, and ensuring supervisees meet threshold competencies before sitting for the BACB exam. That framing, while not wrong, is incomplete.
Provider: BehaviorLive — via Consultants for Children, Inc.
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Join Free →Collaboration is essential in an ABA supervisory relationship to create a positive learning environment and achieve goals.Technicians and Behavior Analysts alike are more likely to be engaged and competent at delivering high-quality care if supervision happens in the context of a relationship. A relational approach creates an environment of partnership and cooperation that inevitably enhances competence. Behavior analytic supervision is defined as the active process of systematically shaping the myriad skills required of individuals seeking to formally practice applied behavior analysis (ABA). In order to shape needed skills, supervision provides the opportunity to create and nurture collaborative relationships that contribute to professional growth and desirable outcomes for clients. The overarching purpose of supervision is the sustainability of high-quality care. In this training, we will review behavior analytic strategies and tactics to enhance the overall supervisory experience and provide a framework for supervising that facilitates stronger relationships.
| Certification Body | Credits | Type |
|---|---|---|
| BACB® | 1 | Supervision |
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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.