School-based ABA practice places BCBAs in a uniquely complex supervisory environment. Unlike clinic settings where supervision relationships are relatively homogeneous — BCBAs supervising RBTs who are specifically trained in behavior analysis — school-based BCBAs typically supervise a heterogeneous mix of personnel: special education teachers, classroom paraprofessionals, instructional aides, RBTs, and general education staff who may have little or no prior exposure to behavior-analytic principles.
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| Certification Body | Credits | Type |
|---|---|---|
| BACB® | 1 | Supervision |
Katie Conrado, M.Ed. in Special Education, BCBAFounder, Inclusive Behavior ConsultingKatie Conrado is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) and former educator with a Master’s in Special Education. She is the founder of Inclusive Behavior Consulting, where she designs high-impact CEU courses and events for school-based BCBAs. With over a decade of experience supporting public school teams, Katie specializes in practical, legally aligned, and trauma-informed strategies that drive meaningful behavior change. Her trainings equip BCBAs with actionable tools to enhance collaboration, advocacy, and student outcomes across school settings.
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