In a previous blog post, we mentioned the benefits of becoming a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) or Applied Behavior Analysis Technician (ABAT). If you are ready to become an RBT or ABAT, then the next step is to take the RBT or ABAT exam. Exams can be stressful, and in this blog post, I am […]
At the end of every ABA session, the ABA therapist or Behavior Technician will fill in the daily session notes. It is of the most importance that the daily session notes must be written objectively to gain an accurate observation of what occurred during session. Here are the 9 top tips to write a daily […]
When you are meeting your learner for the first time, it is important to first focus on and establish pairing. It is through pairing, that we can establish and maintain instructional control. Instructional control means that you and the learner have a positive working relationship where the learner is motivated to follow your lead. If […]
If you are going to work as a Behavior Technician and you will be having your first ABA session, you may be wondering how it will be conducted. While each case will be different, the format of an ABA session will remain the same. Here are the 5 components of how an ABA session is […]
Any behavior that an individual displays always has a purpose or function behind it. By identifying the function of the behavior, it will assist to develop proactive and reactive strategies based on the problem behavior and teach the individual better and appropriate ways to communicate their needs based on that function. First, we will need […]
There are many benefits that come from passing the Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) exam or ABAT exam. It may feel like a daunting task, but when you focus on these 10 reasons, you may get motivated to get started. We will discuss the top 10 reasons to start studying for the exam. Applied behavior analysis […]
Handwashing is a self-help skill we use in our daily life and is a prevention method to decrease the spread of COVID-19. When teaching handwashing, here are 4 best strategies that will assist to successfully accomplish the skill: 1. Breaking Down the Steps Before we start to teach handwashing, it is important to create a […]
Adjusting to a new routine such as social distance due to COVID-19, can be stressful for everyone, especially for neuro-diverse individuals. When teaching social distancing, it is important to: 1. Facts: What is Social Distancing? According to the CDC, “Social Distancing, also called ‘physical distancing,’ means keeping space between yourself and other people outside […]
It’s tempting to rush through our tasks just to get back to our favorite activities. However, we need to make sure that we are completing our tasks. For some tasks, it will not take long to complete. However, there are other tasks where it becomes a rough hill to climb, but it is doable. For […]
