Registered BehaviorTechnician Course

Presented by Chaza Attar, BCBA�2

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This training program is based on the Behavior Analyst Certification Board (2018) RBT task list (2nd ed.) and is designed to meet the 40-hour training requirement for the RBT credential.

The program is offered independent of the BACB.

Program Information

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Welcome!

In today’s class you will learn…

● Chaza Attar (ME!)● What to expect from each class● Who is the BACB● All about the Registered

Behavior Technician credential

In today’s class you will learn…

F-1  Describe the BACB’s RBT supervision requirements and the role of RBTs in the service-delivery system. https://www.bacb.com/wp-content/uploads/RBT-2nd-Edition-Task-List_181214.pdfBehavior Analyst Certification Board. (2018).RBT task list (2nd ed.)

About me

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What to expect…● Each course will cover

specific topics from the RBT task list (2nd ed.)

● Active Listening● Competency Assessment● Quiz

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LET’S GET STARTED!

What is the BACB?

● Behavior Analyst Certification Board

● Established in 1998

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BACB Credentials

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● BCBA-D● BCBA● BCaBA

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Your Supervisor

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RBT Credential● Paraprofessional● Ongoing supervision● Direct implementation

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18+

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At least a high school diploma

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Find an RBT Training program

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Criminal Background Check

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www.bacb.com

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Questions you may ask

● How long have you been supervising RBTs?● How long have you been working in the field?● What should I expect from supervisions? ● How often will supervisions be?

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your supervisor…

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Letter of Completion &Certificate of Completion

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https://www.bacb.com/rbt/rbt-competency-assessment/

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https://gateway.bacb.com/�38

Register Here

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Submit Paperwork

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BACB will email you…

www.vue.com/bacb/

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The Exam…

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Pass the Exam Checklist18 years oldMinimum high school diplomaCriminal background checkEnrol in 40 hour RBT programSecured a supervisorCreate gateway account through BACBPass Competency assessmentSubmit PaperworkPass RBT exam �44

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F-1 Describe the BACB’s RBT supervision requirements and the

role of RBTs in the service-delivery system.

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Supervision

● Cannot work independently

● 5% of the time spent delivery ABA services per month

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Requirements

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Supervision Activities● Development of performance expectations ● Observation ● Behavioral skills training (performance feedback) ● Modelling technical, professional, and ethical behavior ● Problem-solving and ethical decision-making

repertoires ● Review of written materials● Oversight● Ongoing evaluation

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Structure of● 2 face-to-face real time contacts per month● Supervisor observes RBT delivering service at least once a month● In-person, on- site observation is preferred. But can be conducted via

web cameras, videoconferencing ● The BACB encourages direct observation of service delivery as much

as possible. ● At least 1 of the 2 supervision sessions must be individual (i.e., RBT

and supervisor),● Small-group meetings are interactive meetings in which 2-10 RBTs

who share similar experiences participate. ● Non-RBTs participation should be limited during these small group

meetings ●

Supervision

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What if I miss

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Supervisions?

● Immediate termination● Inability to get re-certified● RBTs can only practice if

they have a supervisor

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The Contract

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Inactive RBTs● If you are not practicing, you do not need to have

monthly supervisions● Renewals must be completed to maintain

certification

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Your Supervisor● BCBA/BCBA-D● BCaBA● A licensed behavioral health professional● Supervisor must have completed the 8 hour

supervision training ● Cannot be related to, superior to, or employer of the

RBT supervisor● If you are paying for supervision services, this is not

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Documentation

Keep all documentation for at least 7 years

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The RBT in the

Based on the Competency Assessment● Continuous and discontinuous

measurement procedures● Entering data and graphing● Conducting preference

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Service Delivery Model

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Based on the Competency Assessment● Implementing a variety of teaching procedures (discrete trial

teaching procedures, Naturalistic Teaching, chaining, shaping, discrimination training, stimulus control transfer procedures, prompting, token systems, crisis/emergency procedures)

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The RBT in theService Delivery Model

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Based on the Competency Assessment● Antecedent interventions● Differential reinforcement● Extinction

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The RBT in theService Delivery Model

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Based on the Competency Assessment● Write session notes● Describe ways of maintaining client dignity● Describes professional boundaries● Describe supervision requirements● Describe seeking clinical direction

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The RBT in theService Delivery Model

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QuizTime!

Which credential offered by the BACB must have a minimum of a bachelors degree and must be supervised at least 5% of the time?

A. BCBAB. RBTC. BCaBAD. BCBA-D

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Questions

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AnswersWhich credential offered by the BACB must have a minimum of a bachelors degree and must be supervised at least 5% of the time?

A. BCBAB. RBTC. BCaBAD. BCBA-D

Which credential offered by the BACB must have a minimum of a high school diploma and must be supervised at least 5% of the time?

A. BCBAB. RBTC. BCaBAD. BCBA-D

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AnswersWhich credential offered by the BACB must have a minimum of a high school diploma and must be supervised at least 5% of the time?

A. BCBAB. RBTC. BCaBAD. BCBA-D

An RBT can do which of the following?A. Implement programsB. Conduct functional assessmentsC. Conduct preference assessmentsD. A and CE. B and CF. None of the above �70

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AnswersAn RBT can do which of the following?

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An RBT is….A. A professional that can work independentlyB. A paraprofessional that can work independently C. A professional that cannot work independently D. A paraprofessional that cannot work

independently

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An RBT is….A. A professional that can work independentlyB. A paraprofessional that can work independently C. A professional that cannot work independently D. A paraprofessional that cannot work

independently

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How much supervision must an RBT obtain monthly?

A. 8%B. 5%C. 2%D. 10%

Questions

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Answers

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How much supervision must an RBT obtain monthly?

A. 8%B. 5%C. 2%D. 10%

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What are some supervision activities?A. Review written materialB. Oversight and evaluationC. Modelling technical, professional and

ethical behaviorD. All of the above

Questions

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What are some supervision activities?A. Review written materialB. Oversight and evaluationC. Modelling technical, professional and

ethical behaviorD. All of the above

Michelle is an RBT. Her supervisor took a look at her data sheets. Is this a valid supervisor activity?

A. YesB. No

Questions

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AnswersMichelle is an RBT. Her supervisor took a look at her data sheets. Is this a valid supervisor activity?

A. YesB. No

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Jackson is an RBT. His supervisor, Sarah told him that supervisions would only be meetings since she is very busy. Is this a valid supervision structure?

A. YesB. No

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Jackson is an RBT. His supervisor, Sarah told him that supervisions would only be meetings since she is very busy. Is this a valid supervision structure?

A. YesB. No

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Billy is an RBT. His supervisor, Tom told him that supervisions would be more than 5% since he is a new RBT and would like to ensure he is doing a good job. Is this a valid amount of supervision?

A. YesB. No

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Billy is an RBT. His supervisor, Tom told him that supervisions would be more than 5% since he is a new RBT and would like to ensure he is doing a good job. Is this a valid amount of supervision?

A. YesB. No

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You have been an RBT for 5 years and feel you no longer need a supervisor. It’s costing you too much a month. Is this permissible according to the BACB supervision requirements?

A. YesB. No

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Questions

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You have been an RBT for 5 years and feel you no longer need a supervisor. It’s costing you too much a month. Is this permissible according to the BACB supervision requirements?

A. YesB. No

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You are an RBT and your supervisor has given you notice that they will no longer be your supervisor. You have contacted other BCBAs in your area and no one is able to oversee you. Are you able to continue practicing until you find a supervisor?

A. YesB. No

Questions

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You are an RBT and your supervisor has given you notice that they will no longer be your supervisor. You have contacted other BCBAs in your area and no one is able to oversee you. Are you able to continue practicing until you find a supervisor?

A. YesB. No

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You found a supervisor but they have not completed their 8 hour supervision course. Can they be your supervisor?

A. YesB. No

Questions

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You found a supervisor but they have not completed their 8 hour supervision course. Can they be your supervisor?

A. YesB. No

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Your aunt owns an autism centre and she has hired you on. You have completed the RBT training and want her to do your competency assessment, is this okay?

A. YesB. No

Questions

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AnswersYour aunt owns an autism centre and she has hired you on. You have completed the RBT training and want her to do your competency assessment, is this okay?

A. YesB. No

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A supervisor must not beA. Related to youB. Your employerC. Your direct supervisorD. None of the above

Questions

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A supervisor must not beA. Related to youB. Your employerC. Your direct supervisorD. None of the above

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You are a teacher in a mainstream classroom teaching math, but work at a centre on Saturdays for 5 hours. Your total hours working in behavior analytic services is 20 hours. How much supervision should you be receiving per month?

A. 5 hoursB. 3 hoursC. 1 hourD. 2 hours

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You are a teacher in a mainstream classroom teaching math, but work at a centre on Saturdays for 5 hours. Your total hours working in behavior analytic services is 20 hours. How much supervision should you be receiving per month?

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Your supervisor has created a performance checklist to support you in your practice, making clear what your expectations are. Is this a valid supervision activity?

A. YesB. No

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Your supervisor has created a performance checklist to support you in your practice, making clear what your expectations are. Is this a valid supervision activity?

A. YesB. No

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Final Thoughts

ReferencesCooper, J. O., Heron, T. E., & Heward, W. L. (2007). Applied behavior analysis (2nd ed.). Columbus, OH: Merrill Prentice Hall.

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https://www.bacb.com/wp-content/uploads/RBT-Supervision-and-Supervisor-Requirements-181228.pdf

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