Data collection in applied behavior analysis has always been central to the discipline, but the infrastructure supporting that collection has undergone a transformation that most practitioners have only partially grasped. For years, data in ABA served a primarily compliance function: document that sessions occurred, record trial-by-trial results, and generate graphs that demonstrate progress or justify continued authorization.
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Join Free →In the dynamic field of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), clinical data platforms are transforming how organizations achieve clinical and operational excellence. This presentation discusses the shift from compliance-focused data tracking to outcome-driven strategies, empowering teams and maximizing client success. Attendees will learn about the changing role of data in ABA, and how clinical leaders can assess staff competencies, customize data collection, and adapt templates to match individual skill levels, ultimately fostering professional development and improved treatment outcomes. The presentation will also cover emerging Clinical Decision Support (CDS) and AI technologies that provide clinicians with real-time insights to enhance decision-making and improve outcomes. Drawing on case studies and current research, this session will highlight the practical application of these tools in clinical and organizational contexts.
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| BACB® | 1 | Supervision |
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Emaley McCulloch co-founded Autism Training Solutions (ATS), an online learning company, in 2010, which has trained hundreds of thousands of professionals and parents worldwide in evidence-based autism interventions. ATS was acquired by Relias in 2014, and she served as VP of Research for five years. She is now the Chief Clinical Officer at Motivity, where she has led the go-to-market team in elevating Motivity from a small tech provider to a leading Data Collection and Practice Management product in the space. She also serves as the Secretary and Chair of the Development Committee for the B.F. Skinner Foundation. She is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst and holds an MA in Special Education. With over 25 years of experience in autism and ABA, she has provided and overseen services for hundreds of individuals aged 18 months to 24 years in homes, schools, and clinical settings. For eight years, she was a consultant and Clinical Supervisor at agencies based in Hawaii and Japan, where she trained groups of professionals and parents. For the last 12 years, her focus has been leading Technology Solutions for providers of Applied Behavior Analysis.
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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.