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Ever"},"content":{"type":"html","$t":"\u003cbr /\u003e\n\u003cdiv class\u003d\"separator\" style\u003d\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href\u003d\"https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-KV6YCCZNVLQ/WSnIlr1jNbI/AAAAAAAAEfU/KKyutCgwtGM5GvCemLYNbLHMd8pgtcDPgCLcB/s1600/evan-dennis-75563.jpg\" style\u003d\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003e\u003cimg border\u003d\"0\" data-original-height\u003d\"1067\" data-original-width\u003d\"1600\" height\u003d\"266\" src\u003d\"https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-KV6YCCZNVLQ/WSnIlr1jNbI/AAAAAAAAEfU/KKyutCgwtGM5GvCemLYNbLHMd8pgtcDPgCLcB/s400/evan-dennis-75563.jpg\" width\u003d\"400\" /\u003e\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class\u003d\"separator\" style\u003d\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href\u003d\"https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-_MZFEkctPN0/WSnI0GXAw0I/AAAAAAAAEfY/ZWCW3VLy0Ak0wvUxtFrpj8e1VKZHl4gtgCLcB/s1600/lumvox-88013%2B%25281%2529.jpg\" style\u003d\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003e\u003cimg border\u003d\"0\" data-original-height\u003d\"1600\" data-original-width\u003d\"1600\" height\u003d\"398\" src\u003d\"https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-_MZFEkctPN0/WSnI0GXAw0I/AAAAAAAAEfY/ZWCW3VLy0Ak0wvUxtFrpj8e1VKZHl4gtgCLcB/s400/lumvox-88013%2B%25281%2529.jpg\" width\u003d\"400\" /\u003e\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cbr /\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/b\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eOh my\u003c/b\u003e(!), .....you all have lots of questions :-)\u003cbr /\u003e\n\u003cbr /\u003e\n\u003cbr /\u003e\nI say this often to my staff, but I always feel like if 1 or 2 people are asking me something, its likely tons of people want to ask but just haven't yet for some reason. It's like being in a group training and no one wants to raise their hand first and say \"I don't understand\".\u003cbr /\u003e\n\u003cbr /\u003e\nThis massive, super- sized post will compile ALL of my FAQ posts and hopefully serve as a one stop shop. If you can't find your question answered here, then something is wrong with you (\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-size: x-small;\"\u003eI'm totally kidding\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/i\u003e).\u003cbr /\u003e\n\u003cbr /\u003e\n\u003cbr /\u003e\nThe FAQ posts below include great questions I receive from both parents and professionals. Let these FAQ posts help clear up some of those burning ABA related questions that you have pondered over, but never actually asked anyone about. OR, unfortunately you did ask someone but just didn't receive an adequate answer.\u003cbr /\u003e\n\u003cbr /\u003e\n\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\nDig in, I hope its helpful!\u003cbr /\u003e\n\u003cbr /\u003e\n\u003cbr /\u003e\n\u003cbr /\u003e\nFAQ Parts \u003ca href\u003d\"http://www.iloveaba.com/2012/04/faq-part-ii.html\"\u003eI\u003c/a\u003e,\u003ca href\u003d\"http://www.iloveaba.com/2012/04/faq-part-ii.html\"\u003e II\u003c/a\u003e, and \u003ca href\u003d\"http://www.iloveaba.com/2013/02/faq-part-iii-letters-to-editor.html\"\u003eIII\u003c/a\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\nFAQ: \u003ca href\u003d\"http://www.iloveaba.com/2017/01/faq-common-questions-parents-ask-about.html\"\u003eCommon Questions Parents Ask when Initiating ABA Therapy\u003c/a\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\nFAQ: \u003ca href\u003d\"http://www.iloveaba.com/2016/12/the-massive-super-sized-super-hero-post.html\"\u003eMassive Super Hero Post \u003c/a\u003e(questions about entering this field)\u003cbr /\u003e\nFAQ: \u003ca href\u003d\"http://www.iloveaba.com/2015/09/supervisor-tips-ready-set-work.html\"\u003ePost - BCBA Supervisor Tips\u003c/a\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\nFAQ:\u003ca href\u003d\"http://www.iloveaba.com/2013/09/the-road-to-bcba.html\"\u003e Tips for the BACB exam\u003c/a\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\nFAQ: \u003ca href\u003d\"http://www.iloveaba.com/p/blog-page_28.html\"\u003eWhat IS ABA\u003c/a\u003e, \u003ca href\u003d\"http://www.iloveaba.com/p/newly-diagnosed.html\"\u003eAfter the Diagnosis...Now What?\u003c/a\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\n\u003cbr /\u003e\n\u003cbr /\u003e\n\u003cbr /\u003e\n\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cdiv class\u003d\"blogger-post-footer\"\u003e\u003ca href\u003dwww.iloveaba.com\u003eI Love ABA\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/div\u003e"},"link":[{"rel":"replies","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https://www.iloveaba.com/feeds/8250551744512802903/comments/default","title":"Post Comments"},{"rel":"replies","type":"text/html","href":"https://www.iloveaba.com/2017/05/faq-every-question-you-could-ever-ask.html#comment-form","title":"0 Comments"},{"rel":"edit","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https://www.blogger.com/feeds/910085778879504657/posts/default/8250551744512802903"},{"rel":"self","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https://www.blogger.com/feeds/910085778879504657/posts/default/8250551744512802903"},{"rel":"alternate","type":"text/html","href":"https://www.iloveaba.com/2017/05/faq-every-question-you-could-ever-ask.html","title":"FAQ- Every Question You Could Ever Ask. Ever"}],"author":[{"name":{"$t":"Tameika Meadows, BCBA, Blog Author"},"uri":{"$t":"https://www.blogger.com/profile/17008810597417201971"},"email":{"$t":"noreply@blogger.com"},"gd$image":{"rel":"http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail","width":"32","height":"32","src":"//blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgKRu-32Kiv0YjGfVQQ0isn09_Q0rxpVUSLk206uq3faX3NIRWl2Ysmtq6cdZ5IPewos6C9xm3Fn_05hk7DBTKU0BOOraF03cyPTHWfXXjm5RyHAEAXnZ3oiK8cEXrAcg/s220/20161223_173533-1.jpg"}}],"media$thumbnail":{"xmlns$media":"http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/","url":"https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-KV6YCCZNVLQ/WSnIlr1jNbI/AAAAAAAAEfU/KKyutCgwtGM5GvCemLYNbLHMd8pgtcDPgCLcB/s72-c/evan-dennis-75563.jpg","height":"72","width":"72"},"thr$total":{"$t":"0"}},{"id":{"$t":"tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-910085778879504657.post-2517357831043244842"},"published":{"$t":"2016-12-06T00:10:00.002-05:00"},"updated":{"$t":"2021-09-26T17:45:20.869-04:00"},"category":[{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"FAQ"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Staff training"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"ABA Employment"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"ABA"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"I love ABA"}],"title":{"type":"text","$t":"The Massive, Super-Sized, FAQPost!"},"content":{"type":"html","$t":"\u003cdiv class\u003d\"separator\" style\u003d\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class\u003d\"separator\" style\u003d\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cbr /\u003e\n\u003cdiv class\u003d\"separator\" style\u003d\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href\u003d\"https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-NeuBXd8iOIw/WEZC77ZzodI/AAAAAAAAEL8/vJk3ZsQu-BgTLtCuV2aCu9qof6BhKMhGgCLcB/s1600/common-questions-sem-nj-ny-seo-agency-climb-the-search.jpg\" style\u003d\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003e\u003cimg border\u003d\"0\" height\u003d\"242\" src\u003d\"https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-NeuBXd8iOIw/WEZC77ZzodI/AAAAAAAAEL8/vJk3ZsQu-BgTLtCuV2aCu9qof6BhKMhGgCLcB/s400/common-questions-sem-nj-ny-seo-agency-climb-the-search.jpg\" width\u003d\"400\" /\u003e\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style\u003d\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-size: xx-small;\"\u003e\u003ci\u003ePhoto source: www.climbthesearch.com, www.metv.com, www.marketplace.secondlife.com, www.forum.isatrance.com\u003c/i\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cbr /\u003e\nI get lots of questions and emails from people curious about the field of ABA, and how to become an ABA provider.\u003cbr /\u003e\n\u003cbr /\u003e\nLike, a lot of questions.\u003cbr /\u003e\n\u003cbr /\u003e\nA lot, LOT, of questions.\u003cbr /\u003e\n\u003cbr /\u003e\n\u003cbr /\u003e\nAfter probably question #999,999, it finally dawned on me that maybe a handy dandy resource would be helpful for people. So with this post I present that handout to you!\u003cbr /\u003e\nOh stop, no applause is necessary.\u003cbr /\u003e\n\u003cbr /\u003e\n\u003cdiv class\u003d\"separator\" style\u003d\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class\u003d\"separator\" style\u003d\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href\u003d\"https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-A3l7tzrMqig/WEZGDWVDgII/AAAAAAAAEMU/iZtZ52Oa7WoBAIsOv-BtQZ80nfejRo7ZgCLcB/s1600/996ae075129fa928849659b3febcf6a3.jpg\" style\u003d\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003e\u003cimg border\u003d\"0\" height\u003d\"320\" src\u003d\"https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-A3l7tzrMqig/WEZGDWVDgII/AAAAAAAAEMU/iZtZ52Oa7WoBAIsOv-BtQZ80nfejRo7ZgCLcB/s320/996ae075129fa928849659b3febcf6a3.jpg\" width\u003d\"281\" /\u003e\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cbr /\u003e\n\u003cbr /\u003e\nOkay, if you insist.\u003cbr /\u003e\n\u003cbr /\u003e\n\u003cdiv class\u003d\"separator\" style\u003d\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class\u003d\"separator\" style\u003d\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href\u003d\"https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-TLTdZQTjsdk/WEZGKgp1ojI/AAAAAAAAEMY/skOev9GL-6Q3uyaaU2J8cP-fxS1oDsqLACLcB/s1600/presentation-audience-clapping.jpg\" style\u003d\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003e\u003cimg border\u003d\"0\" height\u003d\"156\" src\u003d\"https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-TLTdZQTjsdk/WEZGKgp1ojI/AAAAAAAAEMY/skOev9GL-6Q3uyaaU2J8cP-fxS1oDsqLACLcB/s320/presentation-audience-clapping.jpg\" width\u003d\"320\" /\u003e\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cbr /\u003e\n\u003cbr /\u003e\n\u003cbr /\u003e\n\u003cbr /\u003e\nBelow you will find a \u003cu\u003e\u003cb\u003emassive\u003c/b\u003e\u003c/u\u003e list of links that will lead you to specific posts that should answer your burning questions about entering the field of ABA. At the very bottom of this post, you can download a \u003ci\u003eFREE\u003c/i\u003e (we like that word around here)\u0026nbsp; handout that goes into great detail about how to enter this field and kick off a rewarding career.\u003cbr /\u003e\n\u003cbr /\u003e\nI tried to be as thorough as possible, but of course, I can't possibly answer questions about every possible scenario. Please peruse the information below. I hope its helpful!\u003cbr /\u003e\n\u003cbr /\u003e\n**Remember, sharing is caring so if you know someone who could use this information feel free to pass it along.\u003cbr /\u003e\n\u003cbr /\u003e\n\u003cbr /\u003e\n\u003cu\u003eLINKS:\u003c/u\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\n\u003cbr /\u003e\n\u003ca href\u003d\"http://www.iloveaba.com/2011/09/whats-so-great-about-being-aba.html\"\u003eWhy being an ABA provider is so amazing\u003c/a\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\n\u003ca href\u003d\"http://www.iloveaba.com/2011/08/what-does-great-aba-therapist-look-like.html\"\u003eThis is what a great ABA therapist looks like\u003c/a\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\n\u003ca href\u003d\"http://www.iloveaba.com/2011/08/how-to-have-very-short-career-in-aba.html\"\u003eThis is what a horrible ABA therapist looks like\u003c/a\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\n\u003ca href\u003d\"http://www.iloveaba.com/2016/11/dress-for-success.html\"\u003eABA provider dress code \u003c/a\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\n\u003ca href\u003d\"http://www.iloveaba.com/2011/09/whats-so-great-about-being-aba.html?showComment\u003d1393899296751#c2117035264515087763\"\u003eWhy I love my job\u0026nbsp;\u003c/a\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\n\u003ca href\u003d\"http://www.iloveaba.com/2014/12/selecting-aba-employer.html\"\u003eSelecting a quality ABA employer \u003c/a\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\nGetting ready for your first few interviews for ABA jobs \u003ca href\u003d\"http://www.iloveaba.com/2012/10/1st-day-on-job.html\"\u003ePart I\u003c/a\u003e and \u003ca href\u003d\"http://www.iloveaba.com/2015/07/ready-for-interview.html\"\u003eII\u003c/a\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\n\u003ca href\u003d\"http://www.iloveaba.com/2014/01/common-aba-work-settings.html\"\u003eCommon ABA work settings \u003c/a\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\n\u003ca href\u003d\"http://www.iloveaba.com/2012/08/so-you-want-to-be-superhero.html\"\u003eSo you want to be a Superhero?\u003c/a\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\n\u003ca href\u003d\"http://www.iloveaba.com/2013/09/the-road-to-bcba.html\"\u003eThat lo-o-o-ng road to the BCBA \u003c/a\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\n\u003ca href\u003d\"http://www.iloveaba.com/2015/09/supervisor-tips-ready-set-work.html\"\u003eFinding work post BCBA certification\u0026nbsp;\u003c/a\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\nStay Sane! \u003ca href\u003d\"http://www.iloveaba.com/2017/04/supervisor-tips-organized-bcba.html\"\u003eOrganization Tips for BCBA's \u003c/a\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\n\u003ca href\u003d\"http://www.iloveaba.com/2012/10/1st-day-on-job.html\"\u003eWhat to expect after being hired for an ABA position\u003c/a\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\nYou should be checking this website out on a regular basis: \u003ca href\u003d\"http://bacb.com/\"\u003eBehavior Analyst Certification Board \u003c/a\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv class\u003d\"blogger-post-footer\"\u003e\u003ca href\u003dwww.iloveaba.com\u003eI Love ABA\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/div\u003e"},"link":[{"rel":"replies","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https://www.iloveaba.com/feeds/2517357831043244842/comments/default","title":"Post Comments"},{"rel":"replies","type":"text/html","href":"https://www.iloveaba.com/2016/12/the-massive-super-sized-super-hero-post.html#comment-form","title":"0 Comments"},{"rel":"edit","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https://www.blogger.com/feeds/910085778879504657/posts/default/2517357831043244842"},{"rel":"self","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https://www.blogger.com/feeds/910085778879504657/posts/default/2517357831043244842"},{"rel":"alternate","type":"text/html","href":"https://www.iloveaba.com/2016/12/the-massive-super-sized-super-hero-post.html","title":"The Massive, Super-Sized, FAQPost!"}],"author":[{"name":{"$t":"Tameika Meadows, BCBA, Blog Author"},"uri":{"$t":"https://www.blogger.com/profile/17008810597417201971"},"email":{"$t":"noreply@blogger.com"},"gd$image":{"rel":"http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail","width":"32","height":"32","src":"//blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgKRu-32Kiv0YjGfVQQ0isn09_Q0rxpVUSLk206uq3faX3NIRWl2Ysmtq6cdZ5IPewos6C9xm3Fn_05hk7DBTKU0BOOraF03cyPTHWfXXjm5RyHAEAXnZ3oiK8cEXrAcg/s220/20161223_173533-1.jpg"}}],"media$thumbnail":{"xmlns$media":"http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/","url":"https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-NeuBXd8iOIw/WEZC77ZzodI/AAAAAAAAEL8/vJk3ZsQu-BgTLtCuV2aCu9qof6BhKMhGgCLcB/s72-c/common-questions-sem-nj-ny-seo-agency-climb-the-search.jpg","height":"72","width":"72"},"thr$total":{"$t":"0"}},{"id":{"$t":"tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-910085778879504657.post-4280958264158841433"},"published":{"$t":"2015-09-23T19:28:00.002-04:00"},"updated":{"$t":"2021-09-26T17:29:53.167-04:00"},"category":[{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"FAQ"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"BCBA"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"ABA Employment"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Supervisor Tips"}],"title":{"type":"text","$t":"Supervisor Tips: Ready, Set, Work!"},"content":{"type":"html","$t":"\u003cdiv class\u003d\"separator\" style\u003d\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href\u003d\"http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-YQ6OGPG5A8Q/VgMlCuZk0NI/AAAAAAAADlQ/Q7nPBxkXQSk/s1600/first%2Blines.JPG\" style\u003d\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003e\u003cimg border\u003d\"0\" height\u003d\"400\" src\u003d\"https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-YQ6OGPG5A8Q/VgMlCuZk0NI/AAAAAAAADlQ/Q7nPBxkXQSk/s400/first%2Blines.JPG\" width\u003d\"300\" /\u003e\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cbr /\u003e\n\u003cdiv class\u003d\"separator\" style\u003d\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href\u003d\"http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-ImzUV4lBi_o/VgMlC0gUJAI/AAAAAAAADlU/2mfxegi2g8E/s1600/lawyer.jpg\" style\u003d\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003e\u003cimg border\u003d\"0\" height\u003d\"266\" src\u003d\"https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-ImzUV4lBi_o/VgMlC0gUJAI/AAAAAAAADlU/2mfxegi2g8E/s400/lawyer.jpg\" width\u003d\"400\" /\u003e\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style\u003d\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-size: x-small;\"\u003e\u003ci\u003ePhoto Source: utahvalley360.com, blog.janicehardy.com\u003c/i\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style\u003d\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style\u003d\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-size: small;\"\u003eMany of my blog posts come from questions people email to me, and this one was a question about what to do post-certification. Specifically, you have obtained your \u003ca href\u003d\"http://www.iloveaba.com/2013/09/the-road-to-bcba.html\"\u003eBCBA\u003c/a\u003e, but maybe aren't quite at the \u003ca href\u003d\"http://www.iloveaba.com/2015/07/ready-for-interview.html\"\u003einterview phase\u003c/a\u003e, and you aren't sure what to do next.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style\u003d\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-size: small;\"\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style\u003d\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-size: small;\"\u003eThis is a tricky question to answer because this info varies greatly depending on where you live, the opportunities in your area, if you are able to relocate, the population you wish to serve, your hands-on work experience, etc. Also, since I am not a career counselor please don't expect this information to apply 100% to your situation. So instead of a step by step guide (which I'm really not qualified to give) here are some suggestions based on my experiences post-certification. Hope this helps all you freshly certified ABA Superheroes out there!\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style\u003d\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-size: small;\"\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-size: small;\"\u003eMy first suggestion is that you do some Q \u0026amp; A with yourself, to answer the following questions: \u003ci\u003eWhat is my dream position in the field of ABA? On a day to day basis, what do I want my role to look like? Where do I want to work (location)? Do I want to work independently or as an employee for a company? Is licensure required in my state for me to practice as a Behavior Analyst? What is my area of expertise/what are my clinical strengths? What kind of work/life balance do I want? What are my salary expectations? Do I want to work for a large, established company with a reputation in this field? Or would I prefer a small start -up where I get to help create the vision and company mission?\u003c/i\u003e I don't recommend applying for \u003cb\u003eany\u003c/b\u003e positions until you can answer these questions.\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-size: small;\"\u003eNext, its a simple matter of matching your needs as a professional to the right employer or opportunity. \"Employer\" would refer to if you want to work for someone else, either as an employee or independent contractor (IC). \"Opportunity\" would refer to if you plan to strike out on your own and consult privately or actually open a business and hire staff. Begin searching for opportunities in your local area, or widen your search if you are fine with relocation. Fire up your resume, cover letter, and some quality work samples, and begin sending them out. There is no specific place I can recommend to look for ABA work, you will likely have to look in multiple places........I suggest word of mouth, credentialing with local insurance providers, contacting local school systems, joining \u003ca href\u003d\"https://www.abainternational.org/jobs.aspx\"\u003eAIBA\u003c/a\u003e (they have a job portal), attending conferences/local events (get your face out there), etc. \u003ca href\u003d\"http://www.iloveaba.com/p/super-hero-recruitment.html\"\u003eAs I have said on my blog\u003c/a\u003e before, if you are finding it highly difficult to locate opportunities in your area then that can indicate a lack of funding, or a lack of quality providers.\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-size: small;\"\u003eMy next tip is about preparing yourself, both mentally and physically, for your new role. Whether you plan to consult privately or to join \"XYZ\" agency, you want to be ready for the demands of the job. Your supervision experience or practicum should have given you the opportunity to learn the hands-on skills, and I suggest continuing to lean on your supervisor as a mentor, even after you pass the exam. This is someone who is already in the field and working, and can be a source of information and even client referrals. So for the mental preparation: don't be panicked if you get that lovely BCBA certificate in the mail and are suddenly terrified to do anything with it. Thats a normal reaction. I actually would be a bit concerned if you were newly certified and felt NO anxiety at all about serving clients. Your confidence will grow from seeing how much you help your clients, and getting great feedback from the consumers of your services. Give it time, this awesome confidence will not just pop up overnight. So for physical preparation: business cards, printer/scanner, laminator, flashcards, ABLLS \u0026amp; VB-MAPP protocols, 3 hole punch, random assortment of toys, huge carryall/tote bag, laptop case, etc.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-size: small;\"\u003eMy last tip is to remember to take your Personality and Passion (P \u0026amp; P) with you as you enter the field. Your passion is what will get you through the tough moments when you have a ridiculously short deadline to complete a 15 page report, the IEP meeting you changed your whole schedule for gets moved at the last minute, or your direct staff/supervisees leave \u003ca href\u003d\"http://www.iloveaba.com/2015/09/supervisor-tips-toxic-staff-toxic.html\"\u003emuch to be desired\u003c/a\u003e. Your personality is what will set you apart. Lots of BCBA's are professional, punctual, polite, and have great experience and references. So why should a company hire \u003cb\u003eYOU\u003c/b\u003e? Well, show them what sets you apart by letting who you are shine through. If you're goofy, be goofy. If you're super type- A and rigid, don't try to hide it. There is room in this field for a wide variety of personalities, and often as a hiring supervisor I need to see the real you to get an idea of what clients to match you with. Every supervisor isn't a good match for every client or family, so its actually a good thing to be upfront and honest about your strengths, as well as your shortcomings. Its impressive when a professional can evaluate their own performance and objectively assess their own skillset. \u003c/span\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003c/ol\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style\u003d\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-size: x-small;\"\u003e\u003ci\u003e \u003c/i\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style\u003d\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-size: x-small;\"\u003e\u003ci\u003e \u003c/i\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class\u003d\"blogger-post-footer\"\u003e\u003ca href\u003dwww.iloveaba.com\u003eI Love ABA\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/div\u003e"},"link":[{"rel":"replies","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https://www.iloveaba.com/feeds/4280958264158841433/comments/default","title":"Post Comments"},{"rel":"replies","type":"text/html","href":"https://www.iloveaba.com/2015/09/supervisor-tips-ready-set-work.html#comment-form","title":"0 Comments"},{"rel":"edit","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https://www.blogger.com/feeds/910085778879504657/posts/default/4280958264158841433"},{"rel":"self","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https://www.blogger.com/feeds/910085778879504657/posts/default/4280958264158841433"},{"rel":"alternate","type":"text/html","href":"https://www.iloveaba.com/2015/09/supervisor-tips-ready-set-work.html","title":"Supervisor Tips: Ready, Set, Work!"}],"author":[{"name":{"$t":"Tameika Meadows, BCBA, Blog Author"},"uri":{"$t":"https://www.blogger.com/profile/17008810597417201971"},"email":{"$t":"noreply@blogger.com"},"gd$image":{"rel":"http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail","width":"32","height":"32","src":"//blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgKRu-32Kiv0YjGfVQQ0isn09_Q0rxpVUSLk206uq3faX3NIRWl2Ysmtq6cdZ5IPewos6C9xm3Fn_05hk7DBTKU0BOOraF03cyPTHWfXXjm5RyHAEAXnZ3oiK8cEXrAcg/s220/20161223_173533-1.jpg"}}],"media$thumbnail":{"xmlns$media":"http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/","url":"https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-YQ6OGPG5A8Q/VgMlCuZk0NI/AAAAAAAADlQ/Q7nPBxkXQSk/s72-c/first%2Blines.JPG","height":"72","width":"72"},"thr$total":{"$t":"0"}},{"id":{"$t":"tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-910085778879504657.post-5312993224593445626"},"published":{"$t":"2013-09-21T14:56:00.001-04:00"},"updated":{"$t":"2021-09-26T17:11:11.530-04:00"},"category":[{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"FAQ"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"BCBA"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Staff training"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"ABA"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Supervisor Tips"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"I love ABA"}],"title":{"type":"text","$t":"The Road to the BCBA"},"content":{"type":"html","$t":"\u003cdiv class\u003d\"separator\" style\u003d\"clear: both; 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mso-bidi-font-style: italic;\"\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class\u003d\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class\u003d\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class\u003d\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: \u0026quot;cambria\u0026quot;; mso-bidi-font-style: italic;\"\u003eLately\nI have been getting a ton of emails from ABA therapists working towards their\nBCBA certification, and wanting to know what to expect from the “Big Exam”. The\nexam is that last step on that long road towards becoming a BCBA, and walking\ncloser and closer to it can understandably cause a lot of anxiety. I was\ncertified in 2012, and I’m happy to share my experiences of preparing for the\nBCBA exam in the hopes that it can help someone else who is just starting the\nprocess.\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class\u003d\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class\u003d\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: \u0026quot;cambria\u0026quot;; mso-bidi-font-style: italic;\"\u003eThe\nspecific steps necessary for obtaining certification are provided in detail on\nthe \u003ca href\u003d\"http://www.bacb.com/index.php?page\u003d53\"\u003eBACB website\u003c/a\u003e, but what many people want to know is “So….whats the\ntest like???” The exam is the confidential property of the BACB, so the information\nfound online about the exam will be vague, or speak in generalities.\u003cspan style\u003d\"mso-spacerun: yes;\"\u003e\u0026nbsp; \u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class\u003d\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class\u003d\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: \u0026quot;cambria\u0026quot;; mso-bidi-font-style: italic;\"\u003eSo,\nwhy pursue certification? You are a fan of data, the science of behavior, and\nyou actually find pleasure in creating graphs. Or, your passion for this field\nand love of the work make ABA something you want as a career.\u003cspan style\u003d\"mso-spacerun: yes;\"\u003e\u0026nbsp; \u003c/span\u003eIn your perfect world, ABA is what you would\nlive and breathe.\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class\u003d\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class\u003d\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: \u0026quot;cambria\u0026quot;; mso-bidi-font-style: italic;\"\u003eIf\nyou are pursuing certification simply because you want to make a lot of money\n(there is great salary range, but a “high” salary isn’t necessarily\nguaranteed), you want to get away from “the table” (some companies require\nBCBAs provide direct therapy), you love working with kids with Autism (some BCBAs dont even work with individuals with Autism), or you think BCBAs just have\ndesk jobs (I will explain this more below), then…..maybe this isn’t such a career path for you.\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class\u003d\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: \u0026quot;cambria\u0026quot;; mso-bidi-font-style: italic;\"\u003eIn\naddition to the requirements of the BACB, I also think that certain personality\ntraits are necessary to be excellent at this job. To name a few: time\nmanagement skills, excellent oral \u003cb\u003eand\u003c/b\u003e written communication skills, creativity,\nleadership skills, ability to multitask, ability to work autonomously, problem\nsolving skills, and attention to detail. To sum it up, I think many of the\ntraits Type- A personalities tend to have would serve you well in this\njob.\u003cspan style\u003d\"mso-spacerun: yes;\"\u003e\u0026nbsp; \u003c/span\u003eBeing a BCBA isn’t necessarily the\ncushy desk job some people think it is. It’s super difficult to describe a day\nin the life of a BCBA because depending on where you work, the population you\nserve, the ages you serve, etc., there will be much variability.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/span\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\n\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: \u0026quot;cambria\u0026quot;; mso-bidi-font-style: italic;\"\u003eSo a\n\u003ci\u003ehypothetical \u003c/i\u003eday for a BCBA could include providing direct therapy to\nclients, supervising direct staff and providing feedback, attending meetings,\nparent training, conducting workshops or trainings, conducting assessments or\nFBAs/FAs, school facilitation or observation, community outing skill training,\nand/or administrative tasks (at home or at the office) such as program\ndevelopment, creating materials, reading research articles, or looking for\npatterns and trends in collected data.\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class\u003d\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class\u003d\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: \u0026quot;cambria\u0026quot;; mso-bidi-font-style: italic;\"\u003eSo\nnow that you know what to expect from the job, here’s some tips for preparing\nfor the exam. These tips may be helpful for you, and they may not. This is just\nwhat I found to be successful and helpful.\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class\u003d\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class\u003d\"separator\" style\u003d\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href\u003d\"http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-u-bBCL89_HE/Uj3q0kE3EfI/AAAAAAAABy0/4eaDB8rb6dE/s1600/studying-watercolor1.jpg\" style\u003d\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003e\u003cimg border\u003d\"0\" height\u003d\"318\" src\u003d\"https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-u-bBCL89_HE/Uj3q0kE3EfI/AAAAAAAABy0/4eaDB8rb6dE/s400/studying-watercolor1.jpg\" width\u003d\"400\" /\u003e\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class\u003d\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class\u003d\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv align\u003d\"center\" class\u003d\"MsoNormal\" style\u003d\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cb style\u003d\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: \u0026quot;cambria\u0026quot;; mso-bidi-font-style: italic;\"\u003eThe BCBA\nExam\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/b\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class\u003d\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class\u003d\"MsoNormal\" style\u003d\"margin-left: 0.5in; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in; text-indent: -0.25in;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: \u0026quot;cambria\u0026quot;; mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-font-style: italic; mso-fareast-font-family: Cambria;\"\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e-\u003cspan style\u003d\"font: 7pt \u0026quot;Times New Roman\u0026quot;;\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\n\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: \u0026quot;cambria\u0026quot;; mso-bidi-font-style: italic;\"\u003eGet into a great study group (either online or in person), that has a\nfew BCBAs in it. It will be really helpful to have people present who have\nactually passed the exam. \u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class\u003d\"MsoNormal\" style\u003d\"margin-left: 0.5in; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in; text-indent: -0.25in;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: \u0026quot;cambria\u0026quot;; mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-font-style: italic; mso-fareast-font-family: Cambria;\"\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e-\u003cspan style\u003d\"font: 7pt \u0026quot;Times New Roman\u0026quot;;\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\n\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: \u0026quot;cambria\u0026quot;; mso-bidi-font-style: italic;\"\u003eCreate study flashcards and visuals, and use these to build fluency.\u0026nbsp; When I study\nI need to do more than just read material. I made tons of flashcards of terms\nand concepts and reviewed them regularly, and for some of the cards I would\ntape them to the walls in my house so I was constantly looking at them. That visual cue was very helpful.\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class\u003d\"MsoNormal\" style\u003d\"margin-left: 0.5in; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in; text-indent: -0.25in;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: \u0026quot;cambria\u0026quot;; mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-font-style: italic; mso-fareast-font-family: Cambria;\"\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e-\u003cspan style\u003d\"font: 7pt \u0026quot;Times New Roman\u0026quot;;\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\n\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: \u0026quot;cambria\u0026quot;; mso-bidi-font-style: italic;\"\u003eDedicate time each day to reviewing material. Set a schedule for\nyourself and stick to it. Carve out time, and set a space in your home for\nstudying. For me, I studied best first thing in the morning with no TV, cell\nphone turned off, and music playing softly. Do what works best for you. \u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class\u003d\"MsoNormal\" style\u003d\"margin-left: 0.5in; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in; text-indent: -0.25in;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: \u0026quot;cambria\u0026quot;; mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-font-style: italic; mso-fareast-font-family: Cambria;\"\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e-\u003cspan style\u003d\"font: 7pt \u0026quot;Times New Roman\u0026quot;;\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\n\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: \u0026quot;cambria\u0026quot;; mso-bidi-font-style: italic;\"\u003eGet the “\u003ca href\u003d\"http://www.textbooks.com/BooksDescription.php?BKN\u003d620933\u0026amp;SBC\u003dSD3\u0026amp;kpid\u003d9780131421134N\u0026amp;network\u003dGoogleShopping\u0026amp;tracking_id\u003d9780131421134N\u0026amp;utm_medium\u003dcpc\u0026amp;utm_term\u003d9780131421134N\u0026amp;utm_source\u003dgoogleshopping\u0026amp;kenshu\u003d16b2c5ca-9dfb-5e49-fa09-00006ee5c884\u0026amp;gclid\u003dCJ_kydOU3bkCFcbm7AodUgUASg\"\u003eWhite Book\u003c/a\u003e”. The Cooper ABA book is essential in this\nline of work, and it’s an amazing study resource. Don’t just read it though;\nstudy the definitions and terms, answer the end of chapter questions, and\ndiscuss the chapters in your study group. This is a book you will reference\nthroughout your career, so it’s a good idea to go ahead and purchase it now.\nAnother study resource that worked for me is the \u003ca href\u003d\"http://www.behaviordevelopmentsolutions.com/products/115-cba-learning-module-series-v71.aspx\"\u003eBDS\u003c/a\u003e modules.\u0026nbsp; They’re similar to what the actual exam is like, and present\nquestions in content area modules (such as a Behavioral Assessment section).\nThe modules are also timed, so this is great practice for answering questions\nunder a time crunch.\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class\u003d\"MsoNormal\" style\u003d\"margin-left: 0.5in; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in; text-indent: -0.25in;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: \u0026quot;cambria\u0026quot;; mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-font-style: italic; mso-fareast-font-family: Cambria;\"\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e-\u003cspan style\u003d\"font: 7pt \u0026quot;Times New Roman\u0026quot;;\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\n\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: \u0026quot;cambria\u0026quot;; mso-bidi-font-style: italic;\"\u003eReference the \u003ca href\u003d\"http://www.bacb.com/index.php?page\u003d65\"\u003eBCBA exam Task List\u003c/a\u003e, to assess your strengths and\ndeficits, such as Ethical Conduct Guidelines. You want to use your study time\nwisely…it isn’t time effective to spend an hour reviewing material you are\nstrong in. Instead use that time to focus on your deficits. Put on your\nBehavior Analyst thinking cap: If you were teaching a skill to a child and they\njust weren’t getting it, would you spend the majority of the session asking\nthem things they already know, or modifying your teaching for the areas they’re\nstruggling in?\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class\u003d\"MsoNormal\" style\u003d\"margin-left: 0.5in; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in; text-indent: -0.25in;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: \u0026quot;cambria\u0026quot;; mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-font-style: italic; mso-fareast-font-family: Cambria;\"\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e-\u003cspan style\u003d\"font: 7pt \u0026quot;Times New Roman\u0026quot;;\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\n\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: \u0026quot;cambria\u0026quot;; mso-bidi-font-style: italic;\"\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"mso-spacerun: yes;\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/span\u003eTry to gain experience in the\ncontent areas you struggle in. I know for me, I learn better by doing than by\nreading about something. If you are stuck on a particular concept or term, such\nas the difference between a mand and a tact, then discuss these deficits with\nyour supervisor. Seek out opportunities to actually apply these behavior\nanalytic concepts and make the terms “real”. There are many terms that I now\nunderstand better because I have\u0026nbsp; implemented them during a therapy session.\nJust reading about them wasn’t enough for me to fully grasp it. Speaking of\nyour supervisor, USE THEM! I have provided supervision for people pursuing\ncertification and a common problem I notice is not asking enough questions/not\nasking for enough help. Especially if you are paying for supervision\u0026nbsp; then you really need to take advantage of the\nprofessional sitting in front of you at your supervision meetings. \u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class\u003d\"MsoNormal\" style\u003d\"margin-left: 0.5in; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in; text-indent: -0.25in;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: \u0026quot;cambria\u0026quot;; mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-font-style: italic; mso-fareast-font-family: Cambria;\"\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e-\u003cspan style\u003d\"font: 7pt \u0026quot;Times New Roman\u0026quot;;\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\n\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: \u0026quot;cambria\u0026quot;; mso-bidi-font-style: italic;\"\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"mso-spacerun: yes;\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/span\u003eLastly, but by no means least of\nall, what helped me prepare for the BCBA exam the most was \u003cu\u003ePrayer\u003c/u\u003e. Lots\nand lots of prayer. I had so much anxiety about the exam, about being prepared\nand really doing well, and intense pressure may be necessary to make diamonds,\nbut it’s horrible when trying to learn and process information. Optimal\nlearning just can’t occur when the body is full of stress. Over analyzing and\nstressing over the exam on a daily basis will only make it that much more\ndifficult when you are sitting down to take the exam. \u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class\u003d\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class\u003d\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv class\u003d\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class\u003d\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class\u003d\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: \u0026quot;cambria\u0026quot;; mso-bidi-font-style: italic;\"\u003e*Resources:\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class\u003d\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class\u003d\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: \u0026quot;cambria\u0026quot;; mso-bidi-font-style: italic;\"\u003e-A blog with some great evidence based study tips: \u003ca href\u003d\"http://mindfulrambles.blogspot.com/2014/05/for-student-in-you-ace-that-test_15.html\"\u003eMindful Rambles\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\n\u003cbr /\u003e\n\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: \u0026quot;cambria\u0026quot;; mso-bidi-font-style: italic;\"\u003e-If\nyou are unable to find a local study group, an online study group I can\nrecommend is called \u003ca href\u003d\"https://www.facebook.com/groups/139460776226228/\"\u003eStudents of Applied Behavior Analysis\u003c/a\u003e, and it is on\nFacebook.\u003cspan style\u003d\"mso-spacerun: yes;\"\u003e\u0026nbsp; \u003c/span\u003eThe group is a good mix of\npeople at various stages of preparing for the BCBA exam, as well as experienced BCBAs who can share their experiences and tips. The group\nalso has a resource library containing free study materials.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/span\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\n\u003cbr /\u003e\n\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: \u0026quot;cambria\u0026quot;; mso-bidi-font-style: italic;\"\u003e-\u003ca href\u003d\"http://onlythesheppards.blogspot.com/2013/09/on-autism-and-aba-and-assholes.html\"\u003eThis blog post\u003c/a\u003e is a \u003cb\u003emust read\u003c/b\u003e for all my peeps prepping to cross that line into BCBA status. PLEASE dont get those 4 letters behind your name and then become one of those condescending, egotistical, and just plain rude Behavior Analysts who give the field a bad name. \u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class\u003d\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class\u003d\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cb style\u003d\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: \u0026quot;cambria\u0026quot;; font-size: 14pt;\"\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/b\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class\u003d\"blogger-post-footer\"\u003e\u003ca href\u003dwww.iloveaba.com\u003eI Love ABA\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/div\u003e"},"link":[{"rel":"replies","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https://www.iloveaba.com/feeds/5312993224593445626/comments/default","title":"Post Comments"},{"rel":"replies","type":"text/html","href":"https://www.iloveaba.com/2013/09/the-road-to-bcba.html#comment-form","title":"14 Comments"},{"rel":"edit","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https://www.blogger.com/feeds/910085778879504657/posts/default/5312993224593445626"},{"rel":"self","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https://www.blogger.com/feeds/910085778879504657/posts/default/5312993224593445626"},{"rel":"alternate","type":"text/html","href":"https://www.iloveaba.com/2013/09/the-road-to-bcba.html","title":"The Road to the BCBA"}],"author":[{"name":{"$t":"Tameika Meadows, BCBA, Blog Author"},"uri":{"$t":"https://www.blogger.com/profile/17008810597417201971"},"email":{"$t":"noreply@blogger.com"},"gd$image":{"rel":"http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail","width":"32","height":"32","src":"//blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgKRu-32Kiv0YjGfVQQ0isn09_Q0rxpVUSLk206uq3faX3NIRWl2Ysmtq6cdZ5IPewos6C9xm3Fn_05hk7DBTKU0BOOraF03cyPTHWfXXjm5RyHAEAXnZ3oiK8cEXrAcg/s220/20161223_173533-1.jpg"}}],"media$thumbnail":{"xmlns$media":"http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/","url":"https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-zr0J1_WWWgk/Uj3nvmZL6RI/AAAAAAAAByg/2FNHqz8p9RA/s72-c/6longRoad01.jpg","height":"72","width":"72"},"thr$total":{"$t":"14"}},{"id":{"$t":"tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-910085778879504657.post-6203061259416146748"},"published":{"$t":"2013-02-06T10:59:00.002-05:00"},"updated":{"$t":"2021-09-26T17:07:54.757-04:00"},"category":[{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"FAQ"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Staff training"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Parent education"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"TV/Movies"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"ABA"}],"title":{"type":"text","$t":"FAQ Part III!- Letters To The Editor "},"content":{"type":"html","$t":"\u003c!--[if gte mso 9]\u003e\u003cxml\u003e\n \u003cw:WordDocument\u003e\n  \u003cw:View\u003eNormal\u003c/w:View\u003e\n  \u003cw:Zoom\u003e0\u003c/w:Zoom\u003e\n  \u003cw:PunctuationKerning/\u003e\n  \u003cw:ValidateAgainstSchemas/\u003e\n  \u003cw:SaveIfXMLInvalid\u003efalse\u003c/w:SaveIfXMLInvalid\u003e\n  \u003cw:IgnoreMixedContent\u003efalse\u003c/w:IgnoreMixedContent\u003e\n  \u003cw:AlwaysShowPlaceholderText\u003efalse\u003c/w:AlwaysShowPlaceholderText\u003e\n  \u003cw:Compatibility\u003e\n   \u003cw:BreakWrappedTables/\u003e\n   \u003cw:SnapToGridInCell/\u003e\n   \u003cw:WrapTextWithPunct/\u003e\n   \u003cw:UseAsianBreakRules/\u003e\n   \u003cw:DontGrowAutofit/\u003e\n  \u003c/w:Compatibility\u003e\n  \u003cw:BrowserLevel\u003eMicrosoftInternetExplorer4\u003c/w:BrowserLevel\u003e\n \u003c/w:WordDocument\u003e\n\u003c/xml\u003e\u003c![endif]--\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-size: small;\"\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\n\u003c!--[if gte mso 9]\u003e\u003cxml\u003e\n \u003cw:LatentStyles DefLockedState\u003d\"false\" LatentStyleCount\u003d\"156\"\u003e\n \u003c/w:LatentStyles\u003e\n\u003c/xml\u003e\u003c![endif]--\u003e\u003c!--[if gte mso 10]\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\n /* Style Definitions */\n table.MsoNormalTable\n {mso-style-name:\"Table Normal\";\n mso-tstyle-rowband-size:0;\n mso-tstyle-colband-size:0;\n mso-style-noshow:yes;\n mso-style-parent:\"\";\n mso-padding-alt:0in 5.4pt 0in 5.4pt;\n mso-para-margin:0in;\n mso-para-margin-bottom:.0001pt;\n mso-pagination:widow-orphan;\n font-size:10.0pt;\n font-family:\"Times New Roman\";\n mso-ansi-language:#0400;\n mso-fareast-language:#0400;\n mso-bidi-language:#0400;}\n\u003c/style\u003e\n\u003c![endif]--\u003e\n\n\u003cbr /\u003e\n\u003cdiv class\u003d\"separator\" style\u003d\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-size: small;\"\u003e\u003ca href\u003d\"http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-ds9d5M9k4Y4/URJ0dHGuvtI/AAAAAAAABUc/TWe_WCQlqp4/s1600/1.jpg\" style\u003d\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class\u003d\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: \u0026quot;verdana\u0026quot;; font-size: small;\"\u003eFirst there was \u003ca href\u003d\"http://www.iloveaba.com/2011/12/faq-frequently-asked-questions.html\"\u003eFAQ Part 1\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class\u003d\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-size: small;\"\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class\u003d\"separator\" style\u003d\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-size: small;\"\u003e\u003ca href\u003d\"http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-ds9d5M9k4Y4/URJ0dHGuvtI/AAAAAAAABUc/TWe_WCQlqp4/s1600/1.jpg\" style\u003d\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003e\u003cimg border\u003d\"0\" height\u003d\"300\" src\u003d\"https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-ds9d5M9k4Y4/URJ0dHGuvtI/AAAAAAAABUc/TWe_WCQlqp4/s400/1.jpg\" width\u003d\"400\" /\u003e\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class\u003d\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-size: small;\"\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class\u003d\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-size: small;\"\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class\u003d\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-size: small;\"\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class\u003d\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: \u0026quot;verdana\u0026quot;; font-size: small;\"\u003e\u0026nbsp; Then came the sequel, \u003ca href\u003d\"http://www.iloveaba.com/2012/04/faq-part-ii.html\"\u003eFAQ Part 2\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class\u003d\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-size: small;\"\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class\u003d\"separator\" style\u003d\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-size: small;\"\u003e\u003ca href\u003d\"http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-HU-7tAP_86o/URJ0sf97umI/AAAAAAAABUo/kJ5N_vHuCzw/s1600/godfather+2.jpg\" style\u003d\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003e\u003cimg border\u003d\"0\" height\u003d\"400\" src\u003d\"https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-HU-7tAP_86o/URJ0sf97umI/AAAAAAAABUo/kJ5N_vHuCzw/s400/godfather+2.jpg\" width\u003d\"278\" /\u003e\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class\u003d\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-size: small;\"\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class\u003d\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-size: small;\"\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class\u003d\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: \u0026quot;verdana\u0026quot;; font-size: small;\"\u003eAnd now it’s a trilogy!\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class\u003d\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-size: small;\"\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class\u003d\"separator\" style\u003d\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-size: small;\"\u003e\u003ca href\u003d\"http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-3LRX6lX61w4/URJ0_sg4KnI/AAAAAAAABUw/iO1R_w8aqWk/s1600/3.jpg\" style\u003d\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003e\u003cimg border\u003d\"0\" height\u003d\"400\" src\u003d\"https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-3LRX6lX61w4/URJ0_sg4KnI/AAAAAAAABUw/iO1R_w8aqWk/s400/3.jpg\" width\u003d\"268\" /\u003e\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class\u003d\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-size: small;\"\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class\u003d\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-size: small;\"\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\n\u003c!--[if gte mso 9]\u003e\u003cxml\u003e\n \u003cw:WordDocument\u003e\n  \u003cw:View\u003eNormal\u003c/w:View\u003e\n  \u003cw:Zoom\u003e0\u003c/w:Zoom\u003e\n  \u003cw:PunctuationKerning/\u003e\n  \u003cw:ValidateAgainstSchemas/\u003e\n  \u003cw:SaveIfXMLInvalid\u003efalse\u003c/w:SaveIfXMLInvalid\u003e\n  \u003cw:IgnoreMixedContent\u003efalse\u003c/w:IgnoreMixedContent\u003e\n  \u003cw:AlwaysShowPlaceholderText\u003efalse\u003c/w:AlwaysShowPlaceholderText\u003e\n  \u003cw:Compatibility\u003e\n   \u003cw:BreakWrappedTables/\u003e\n   \u003cw:SnapToGridInCell/\u003e\n   \u003cw:WrapTextWithPunct/\u003e\n   \u003cw:UseAsianBreakRules/\u003e\n   \u003cw:DontGrowAutofit/\u003e\n  \u003c/w:Compatibility\u003e\n  \u003cw:BrowserLevel\u003eMicrosoftInternetExplorer4\u003c/w:BrowserLevel\u003e\n \u003c/w:WordDocument\u003e\n\u003c/xml\u003e\u003c![endif]--\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-size: small;\"\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\n\u003cbr /\u003e\n\u003cdiv class\u003d\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003c!--[if gte mso 9]\u003e\u003cxml\u003e\n \u003cw:LatentStyles DefLockedState\u003d\"false\" LatentStyleCount\u003d\"156\"\u003e\n \u003c/w:LatentStyles\u003e\n\u003c/xml\u003e\u003c![endif]--\u003e\u003c!--[if gte mso 10]\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\n /* Style Definitions */\n table.MsoNormalTable\n {mso-style-name:\"Table Normal\";\n mso-tstyle-rowband-size:0;\n mso-tstyle-colband-size:0;\n mso-style-noshow:yes;\n mso-style-parent:\"\";\n mso-padding-alt:0in 5.4pt 0in 5.4pt;\n mso-para-margin:0in;\n mso-para-margin-bottom:.0001pt;\n mso-pagination:widow-orphan;\n font-size:10.0pt;\n font-family:\"Times New Roman\";\n mso-ansi-language:#0400;\n mso-fareast-language:#0400;\n mso-bidi-language:#0400;}\n\u003c/style\u003e\n\u003c![endif]--\u003e\n\n\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class\u003d\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: \u0026quot;verdana\u0026quot;; font-size: small;\"\u003eI decided to compile some\nof the questions I’ve received from readers of my blog, in the hopes that it\ncould help other people going through similar situations. ABA is such an enigma in that it is simple and very complex at the\nsame time. When I explain ABA to teachers or parents they often say something like “Oh\n\u003ci\u003ethat’s\u003c/i\u003e what ABA is?? But that’s so simple! \u003cspan style\u003d\"font-size: small;\"\u003eI \u003c/span\u003ealready \u003cspan style\u003d\"font-size: small;\"\u003etried\u003c/span\u003e that”. \u003c/span\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\n\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: \u0026quot;verdana\u0026quot;; font-size: small;\"\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class\u003d\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: \u0026quot;verdana\u0026quot;; font-size: small;\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;Yes, on the surface\nABA can seem very easy because at its core it is simply \u003ca href\u003d\"http://www.iloveaba.com/2012/10/the-basics-operant-conditioning.html\"\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-size: small;\"\u003eO\u003c/span\u003eperant conditioning\u003c/a\u003e. It is the \u003cu\u003eapplication\u003c/u\u003e of\nABA that can be quite complex. It is knowing which technique to choose, how to\nimplement it, when to modify it, and what to do when it isn’t working that\ntrips many people up.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class\u003d\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-size: small;\"\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class\u003d\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: \u0026quot;verdana\u0026quot;; font-size: small;\"\u003eMany people who\nread my blog send me comments or feedback about posts they liked --or didn’t\nlike-- or things they’d like to see on the blog. I also get lots of questions\nfrom professionals and parents. From the types of questions I receive it’s\nclear that there are many, many people out there dealing with difficult\nbehavioral problems in their homes or classrooms. \u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class\u003d\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-size: small;\"\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class\u003d\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: \u0026quot;verdana\u0026quot;; font-size: small;\"\u003eThe purpose of this blog\nis to share ABA with people and provide a place for encouragement and\nresources. I didn’t expect this blog to be read by so many people, and I have\nlearned a lot about what ABA and Autism look like in different countries just\nfrom hearing from my readers.\u003c/span\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class\u003d\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-size: small;\"\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class\u003d\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-size: small;\"\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class\u003d\"separator\" style\u003d\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-size: small;\"\u003e\u003ca href\u003d\"http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-dOHxOKDT5RE/URJ3zzYPBcI/AAAAAAAABU4/NmSXPC_Ik7w/s1600/frequently_asked_questions.gif+__SQUARESPACE_CACHEVERSION\u003d1298996372043.gif\" style\u003d\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003e\u003cimg border\u003d\"0\" height\u003d\"269\" src\u003d\"https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-dOHxOKDT5RE/URJ3zzYPBcI/AAAAAAAABU4/NmSXPC_Ik7w/s320/frequently_asked_questions.gif+__SQUARESPACE_CACHEVERSION\u003d1298996372043.gif\" width\u003d\"320\" /\u003e\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-size: small;\"\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\n\u003cbr /\u003e\n\u003cdiv class\u003d\"separator\" style\u003d\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-size: small;\"\u003e\u003ca href\u003d\"http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-XnSfGhIN1eM/URJ309NUy4I/AAAAAAAABU8/krRUmpitZU0/s1600/q.jpg\" style\u003d\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003e\u003cimg border\u003d\"0\" height\u003d\"320\" src\u003d\"https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-XnSfGhIN1eM/URJ309NUy4I/AAAAAAAABU8/krRUmpitZU0/s320/q.jpg\" width\u003d\"320\" /\u003e\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class\u003d\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-size: small;\"\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class\u003d\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-size: small;\"\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class\u003d\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-size: small;\"\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class\u003d\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: \u0026quot;verdana\u0026quot;; font-size: small;\"\u003eQ- \u003ci\u003e“My son wont stop banging his head on the living room floor/My daughter\nscreams if you turn the TV off/ How do I get my child to stop doing\n______?”\u003c/i\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class\u003d\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: \u0026quot;verdana\u0026quot;; font-size: small;\"\u003eA- I get a lot of\nquestions of this variety, with the same theme of “What do I do about XYZ”\nbehavior. Behavior reduction is not that simple, and it’s not that cut and dry. When\ntrying to intervene on a problem behavior it’s important to complete the\n\u003ca href\u003d\"http://www.iloveaba.com/2012/02/everyday-fba.html\"\u003eFBA process\u003c/a\u003e, create a \u003ca href\u003d\"http://www.iloveaba.com/2012/09/writing-behavior-plans.html\"\u003ebehavior plan\u003c/a\u003e, and then implement the plan. A\nprofessional can’t know with confidence what to do about a specific behavior\njust from hearing a few details about it. Also it would be unethical of any ABA provider to give specific advice regarding a client they do not serve.\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class\u003d\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-size: small;\"\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class\u003d\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-size: small;\"\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class\u003d\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: \u0026quot;verdana\u0026quot;; font-size: small;\"\u003eQ- \u003ci\u003e“My son has Autism, and he is 8. The school wants to place him in a\nself contained classroom but I really want him to be in an inclusion classroom.\nWhich one is better?” \u003c/i\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class\u003d\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: \u0026quot;verdana\u0026quot;; font-size: small;\"\u003eA- The decision on whether\nto place a special needs child in a self contained classroom or a typical classroom\nwill vary from child to child. Does every child with Autism automatically need\nto be in the “Autism classroom”? No. I highly recommend reading \u003ca href\u003d\"http://www.iloveaba.com/2013/06/school-vs-aba-which-side-are-you-on.html\"\u003ethis post\u003c/a\u003e.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class\u003d\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class\u003d\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-size: small;\"\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\n\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-size: small;\"\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class\u003d\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: \u0026quot;verdana\u0026quot;; font-size: small;\"\u003eQ- \u003ci\u003e“Why do I need a BCBA/What does a BCBA do?”\u003c/i\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class\u003d\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: \u0026quot;verdana\u0026quot;; font-size: small;\"\u003eA- A Board Certified\nBehavior Analyst, or BCBA, is a person who is qualified to manage, oversee, and\nsupervise direct staff (ABA therapists). BCBA’s are trained in analyzing\nbehavior, conducting behavioral assessments, behavioral theory, data\ncollection, and much more. The ABA therapist is the person who works with the\nchild directly, usually in a 1:1 format (a BCBA can work as a direct therapist,\nthey just usually don’t). Typically there will be at least 1 person over the\nABA therapist acting as a supervisor. The reason it is preferable that this\nperson be a BCBA is because of the knowledge and expertise necessary to\nsupervise an ABA program. Many professionals without BCBA certification are not\nequipped to modify, manage, and intervene on behavior. For example, the ABA\ntherapist may be knowledgeable about parent training and teaching skills, but\nthey may not have understanding of why to avoid punishment techniques, or how\nto conduct a FBA.\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class\u003d\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-size: small;\"\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class\u003d\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-size: small;\"\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class\u003d\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: \u0026quot;verdana\u0026quot;; font-size: small;\"\u003eQ- \u003ci\u003e“I was able to secure some funding for ABA, but there are no providers\nin my area”.\u003c/i\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class\u003d\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: \u0026quot;verdana\u0026quot;; font-size: small;\"\u003eA- This isn’t an unusual\nproblem. Depending on where you live, there may be ABA agencies falling out of\nthe sky. Or there might be one agency with a 2 year long waiting list or ridiculously\nhigh rates. You have two options depending on the requirements of the funding\nsource. You could find laypersons and get them trained, such as teachers,\nparaprofessionals, the babysitter, etc. With proper training and supervision\nany of these individuals could be used as an ABA therapist. However, some\nfunding sources specify that they will only pay for ABA services performed by a\nBCBA. If that’s the case, you could hire a BCBA who does not live in your area.\nThey could provide long distance consultation, in addition to traveling to your\nhome for in-person trainings or visits. The \u003ca href\u003d\"http://www.bacb.com/index.php?page\u003d100155\"\u003eBACB website\u003c/a\u003e has an\ninternational directory of Board Certified professionals.\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class\u003d\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-size: small;\"\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\n\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-size: small;\"\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\n\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-size: small;\"\u003eQ- \u003ci\u003e\u003cspan face\u003d\"\u0026quot;verdana\u0026quot; , sans-serif\"\u003e\"I enjoy reading your blog '\u003ca href\u003d\"http://iloveaba.com/\" target\u003d\"_blank\"\u003eiloveaba.com\u003c/a\u003e' because I find it resourceful and informative.\u003c/span\u003e\u003cspan face\u003d\"\u0026quot;verdana\u0026quot; , sans-serif\"\u003e I\n have been doing ABA for slightly over a year and I really love it. \nAlthough, there are times I am stressful and worried especially during \nteam meetings.\u003c/span\u003e\u003cspan face\u003d\"\u0026quot;verdana\u0026quot; , sans-serif\"\u003e I am quite a shy person thus team meetings with other therapists, consultant, and the parents is a little too overwhelming for me.\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/i\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan face\u003d\"\u0026quot;verdana\u0026quot; , sans-serif\"\u003e As\n each of the therapists have to do a short session with our boy, I find \nmyself getting anxious and jittery whenever it's my turn.\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/i\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan face\u003d\"\u0026quot;verdana\u0026quot; , sans-serif\"\u003e I \ntried to ignore their presence in the room but I still feel so anxious that I end up making mistakes and not being able to perform well.\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/i\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan face\u003d\"\u0026quot;verdana\u0026quot; , sans-serif\"\u003e I sense that the boy knows my emotions because most of the time when it's my turn, he will have tantrums or refuse to comply.\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/i\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-size: small;\"\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan face\u003d\"\u0026quot;verdana\u0026quot; , sans-serif\"\u003eDoes this happens often to ABA therapists? Could you share how I could overcome this\u0026nbsp;problem?\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-size: small;\"\u003e \u003c/span\u003eLike you, I am passionate about ABA but I don't seem to know how to overcome this fear and shyness in front of so many people.\"\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/i\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-size: small;\"\u003eA-\u003cspan face\u003d\"\u0026quot;verdana\u0026quot; , sans-serif\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e I can SO relate to what you describe\u003c/b\u003e! I have definitely been in \nthat situation. My very first client in this field used to have these huge \ntraining meetings that combined the home staff and school staff and we \nwould have to take turns working with the child...while also being \nvideotaped. It was incredibly stressful and I used to hate those \nmeetings :-)\u0026nbsp; Looking back on it, what changed the situation for me is \nwhen my confidence grew. I used to feel timid, uncomfortable, and \npanicked doing therapy in front of everyone because I was scared I would\n make a mistake, or do something wrong. But to learn in ABA, you have to\n make mistakes! That's how learning happens. I know how scary it is to \nperform therapy while people watch, but its a valuable learning tool and\n it will make you a better ABA therapist. The only thing that can build \nyour confidence (besides time) is really striving to become better. Watch ABA training DVD's, read books, read research articles, \nask questions of the consultant, and I also recommend taping your own therapy sessions. Kind of like how football coaches review tapes of great games, as an ABA therapist it can be very helpful to view tapes of your own sessions and critique your performance.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cspan face\u003d\"\u0026quot;verdana\u0026quot; , sans-serif\" style\u003d\"font-size: small;\"\u003eAs your \nconfidence grows, the fear will go away. Also the child is very likely \nresponding to your timidness and lack of confidence.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class\u003d\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: \u0026quot;verdana\u0026quot;; font-size: small;\"\u003eQ-“\u003ci\u003eI was told that my child is too high-functioning to use Applied\nBehavior Analysis (ABA) because she is verbal and relates to other people. Is\nit true that ABA is best used with children who are lower functioning?”\u003c/i\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class\u003d\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: \u0026quot;verdana\u0026quot;; font-size: small;\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/span\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: \u0026quot;verdana\u0026quot;; font-size: small;\"\u003eA- I have heard this myth\nbefore that ABA is only for young kids or children who cannot speak yet. However, that\nsimply isn’t true. I have worked with children all over the Spectrum, who varied in how impacted they were by their diagnosis. ABA \u003cu\u003ecan\u003c/u\u003e be\nsuccessful for \u003ca href\u003d\"http://www.iloveaba.com/2012/12/older-kids-aba.html\"\u003eolder kids\u003c/a\u003e as well as adults. It all depends on what the goals\nare. ABA therapy with a teen may focus on more\ncognitively advanced skills that the child has deficits in, such as dating,\nemployment, joke telling, puberty issues, etc. Progress is possible when using\nABA with an individual of any age. Some funding sources severely minimize or\ncut off funding for children over a certain age.\nThis does not mean that ABA can’t help a teen or adult, it just may be\ndifficult to find a funding source to pay for it.\u003c/span\u003e\n\n\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class\u003d\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: \u0026quot;verdana\u0026quot;; font-size: small;\"\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-size: small;\"\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\n\u003cbr /\u003e\n\u003cdiv class\u003d\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-size: small;\"\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class\u003d\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: \u0026quot;verdana\u0026quot;; font-size: small;\"\u003eQ- \u003ci\u003e\"I was just hired as a middle school teacher with 8 students who\nhave autism. \u0026nbsp;I'm reaching out to you to\nask advice as to how to approach my students on my first day.”\u003c/i\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class\u003d\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: \u0026quot;verdana\u0026quot;; font-size: small;\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/span\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: \u0026quot;verdana\u0026quot;; font-size: small;\"\u003eA- The suggestions I have\nfor you are the same ones I would give to a therapist going to work with a \u003ca href\u003d\"http://www.iloveaba.com/2012/10/1st-day-on-job.html\"\u003enew client\u003c/a\u003e. You want to start off by building and establishing rapport, taking\nbaseline data, and observing/analyzing behaviors. I know it’s a bit different\nfor you because you have many students, not one child you are working with. I\nwould suggest creating time blocks in the day where you are interacting with or\nobserving/taking data on specific students. So maybe during Circle Time you\nobserve and collect data on 2 students, and then during recess you interact\nwith 2 different students. Just keep rotating through until you have the\ninformation you need on all students. This information will be invaluable to\nyou once you start teaching, and it will help you to differentiate instruction\namong the students (which I believe should happen in every classroom).\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class\u003d\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-size: small;\"\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class\u003d\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-size: small;\"\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class\u003d\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: \u0026quot;verdana\u0026quot;; font-size: small;\"\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class\u003d\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: \u0026quot;verdana\u0026quot;; font-size: small;\"\u003eQ- \u003ci\u003e“I'm thinking about working for an autism organization as a line\ntherapist this summer and am wondering if you have any advice for me. Do you\nlike your job? How difficult or consuming is it to be a line therapist?”\u003c/i\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class\u003d\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: \u0026quot;verdana\u0026quot;; font-size: small;\"\u003eA- I get many questions like this. Being an ABA therapist\nis definitely not a job for everyone. I love what I do, but I have seen\ntherapists get hired and very quickly quit. It depends. Not all companies are\ncreated equally, so sometimes you can work for a company that is\nunprofessional, treats staff badly, and pays very little. So that could cause\nsomeone to leave the field because they think all companies are like that. How\ndifficult the job is will depend on the training provided to you, and how much\nsupport the company gives you. Also the more you learn and as your experience\ngrows, you will become more confident in your abilities which will also make\nyou like the job more. Here is a helpful post for anyone interested in \u003ca href\u003d\"http://www.iloveaba.com/2012/08/so-you-want-to-be-superhero.html\"\u003eentering the field\u003c/a\u003e of\nABA.\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class\u003d\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class\u003d\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-size: small;\"\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class\u003d\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: \u0026quot;verdana\u0026quot;; font-size: small;\"\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\nQ- \u003ci\u003e“I have a heart for people, especially\nkids with Autism. I want to go to school but am having a hard time choosing a\ndegree. I am creative and systematic, very much a puzzle solver and I get bored\nquick the same old routine everyday. Would behavioral\nanalyst/specialist/consultant be a good career choice?”\u003c/i\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class\u003d\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: \u0026quot;verdana\u0026quot;; font-size: small;\"\u003eA- If you want to become\nan Autism Consultant, which is a BCBA, then the \u003ca href\u003d\"http://www.bacb.com/index.php?page\u003d53\"\u003eBACB website\u003c/a\u003e lists the\nspecific degrees required to obtain certification. In addition to a degree, you need specific coursework (which may or may not have been part of your degree program), you need to be supervised by a BCBA while you gain ABA experience, and you must pass a rigorous exam.\u003cbr /\u003e\nOh, and if you decide to become a BCBA don’t worry about being bored. There is\nso much variability to the field! You can decide where you want to work, with\nwhat ages, and the daily duties change based on who your clients are. It’s\ndefinitely not a typical 9-5 job, which is what I love about it!\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class\u003d\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-size: small;\"\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class\u003d\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-size: small;\"\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cbr /\u003e\n\u003cdiv class\u003d\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-size: small;\"\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class\u003d\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-size: small;\"\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class\u003d\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-size: small;\"\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class\u003d\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class\u003d\"blogger-post-footer\"\u003e\u003ca href\u003dwww.iloveaba.com\u003eI Love ABA\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/div\u003e"},"link":[{"rel":"replies","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https://www.iloveaba.com/feeds/6203061259416146748/comments/default","title":"Post Comments"},{"rel":"replies","type":"text/html","href":"https://www.iloveaba.com/2013/02/faq-part-iii-letters-to-editor.html#comment-form","title":"0 Comments"},{"rel":"edit","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https://www.blogger.com/feeds/910085778879504657/posts/default/6203061259416146748"},{"rel":"self","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https://www.blogger.com/feeds/910085778879504657/posts/default/6203061259416146748"},{"rel":"alternate","type":"text/html","href":"https://www.iloveaba.com/2013/02/faq-part-iii-letters-to-editor.html","title":"FAQ Part III!- Letters To The Editor "}],"author":[{"name":{"$t":"Tameika Meadows, BCBA, Blog Author"},"uri":{"$t":"https://www.blogger.com/profile/17008810597417201971"},"email":{"$t":"noreply@blogger.com"},"gd$image":{"rel":"http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail","width":"32","height":"32","src":"//blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgKRu-32Kiv0YjGfVQQ0isn09_Q0rxpVUSLk206uq3faX3NIRWl2Ysmtq6cdZ5IPewos6C9xm3Fn_05hk7DBTKU0BOOraF03cyPTHWfXXjm5RyHAEAXnZ3oiK8cEXrAcg/s220/20161223_173533-1.jpg"}}],"media$thumbnail":{"xmlns$media":"http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/","url":"https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-ds9d5M9k4Y4/URJ0dHGuvtI/AAAAAAAABUc/TWe_WCQlqp4/s72-c/1.jpg","height":"72","width":"72"},"thr$total":{"$t":"0"}},{"id":{"$t":"tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-910085778879504657.post-6627126294139565619"},"published":{"$t":"2012-08-11T00:23:00.003-04:00"},"updated":{"$t":"2020-06-19T15:28:47.976-04:00"},"category":[{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"FAQ"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Staff training"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"ABA Employment"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"ABA"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"I love ABA"}],"title":{"type":"text","$t":"Best. 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Ever."},"content":{"type":"html","$t":"\u003cbr /\u003e\n\u003cdiv class\u003d\"separator\" style\u003d\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class\u003d\"separator\" style\u003d\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href\u003d\"https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-9soGHw4g9KE/XgYYPkCRzDI/AAAAAAAAFuI/uviVSNm8KZgtgnbzMMqFl6pMRjsZ1-QLQCNcBGAsYHQ/s1600/download.png\" style\u003d\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003e\u003cimg border\u003d\"0\" data-original-height\u003d\"225\" data-original-width\u003d\"225\" height\u003d\"400\" src\u003d\"https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-9soGHw4g9KE/XgYYPkCRzDI/AAAAAAAAFuI/uviVSNm8KZgtgnbzMMqFl6pMRjsZ1-QLQCNcBGAsYHQ/s400/download.png\" width\u003d\"400\" /\u003e\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cbr /\u003e\n\u003cdiv class\u003d\"separator\" style\u003d\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href\u003d\"https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-Oz7udkpzyd0/XgYYPhB_3RI/AAAAAAAAFuE/4PII-4FH_SUsa_UBXw0ZTr-AOPP0UkHRgCNcBGAsYHQ/s1600/images.jpg\" style\u003d\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003e\u003cimg border\u003d\"0\" data-original-height\u003d\"186\" data-original-width\u003d\"272\" height\u003d\"273\" src\u003d\"https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-Oz7udkpzyd0/XgYYPhB_3RI/AAAAAAAAFuE/4PII-4FH_SUsa_UBXw0ZTr-AOPP0UkHRgCNcBGAsYHQ/s400/images.jpg\" width\u003d\"400\" /\u003e\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cbr /\u003e\n\u003cdiv class\u003d\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cbr /\u003e\n\u003cbr /\u003e\n\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class\u003d\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class\u003d\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\nSo you want to be an ABA practitioner! It’s \u003ci\u003ealmost\u003c/i\u003e like being a Marvel superhero, except we have better hours, better super- powers, and cape wearing is optional. :-)\u003cbr /\u003e\n\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class\u003d\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class\u003d\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\nI’ve been getting a ton\u0026nbsp;of emails recently from people\ninterested in entering the field of ABA, but not sure exactly how to do so. I’m excited to be\nwaving the flag for ABA, and hopefully motivating people to enter the\nfield.\u003cspan style\u003d\"mso-spacerun: yes;\"\u003e\u0026nbsp; \u003c/span\u003eThe main reason I started this\nblog was to reveal to people what ABA\u003cb\u003e really\u003c/b\u003e\nis (because there are many grossly inaccurate\u0026nbsp;\u003ca href\u003d\"http://www.iloveaba.com/2012/06/aba-haters.html\"\u003emyths\u003c/a\u003e out there) and if that causes people to\nwant to enter this field, I think that’s great.\u003cbr /\u003e\n\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class\u003d\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class\u003d\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\nI talked briefly in my \u003ca href\u003d\"http://www.iloveaba.com/2011/12/faq-frequently-asked-questions.html\"\u003eFAQ post\u003c/a\u003e about how to get started in this field, but this post will\ngo a bit more in depth.\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class\u003d\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class\u003d\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\nI can’t give a specific and outlined \"How To\" guide, because SO much of this information will vary from state to state, or even from employer to employer.\u003cbr /\u003e\n\u0026nbsp;Also, for my international\nreaders: unfortunately, I don’t have much information about how to enter the field of ABA in Germany, Italy, Africa, etc. I just simply don't know enough about how ABA looks in your neck of the woods to promise this information will be helpful no matter where you live.\u003cbr /\u003e\n\u003cbr /\u003e\nTo anyone with an interest in pursuing ABA as a career I recommend doing research for\nyour particular area and networking with people currently in the field.\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class\u003d\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class\u003d\"separator\" style\u003d\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href\u003d\"http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-vM3Pu7h2NBM/UCXRK2TvLLI/AAAAAAAAAv0/H5fHzc-EGkM/s1600/PersonAskingQuestion-270x300.jpg\" style\u003d\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003e\u003cimg border\u003d\"0\" height\u003d\"400\" src\u003d\"https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-vM3Pu7h2NBM/UCXRK2TvLLI/AAAAAAAAAv0/H5fHzc-EGkM/s400/PersonAskingQuestion-270x300.jpg\" width\u003d\"360\" /\u003e\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class\u003d\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class\u003d\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style\u003d\"border: 1pt solid; mso-border-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; mso-element: para-border-div; padding: 1pt 4pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv align\u003d\"center\" class\u003d\"MsoNormal\" style\u003d\"border: none; mso-border-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; mso-padding-alt: 1.0pt 4.0pt 1.0pt 4.0pt; padding: 0in; text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003ci style\u003d\"mso-bidi-font-style: normal;\"\u003eHow do I become an ABA Therapist?\u003c/i\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class\u003d\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class\u003d\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class\u003d\"MsoNormal\" style\u003d\"margin-left: 0.5in; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in; text-indent: -0.25in;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: wingdings; text-indent: -0.25in;\"\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: \u0026quot;times new roman\u0026quot;; font-size: 7pt; font-stretch: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u0026nbsp; \u0026nbsp; \u0026nbsp;\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003cu style\u003d\"text-indent: -0.25in;\"\u003eWhat exactly is an ABA Therapist?\u003c/u\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"text-indent: -0.25in;\"\u003e:\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class\u003d\"MsoNormal\" style\u003d\"margin-left: 0.5in; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in; text-indent: -0.25in;\"\u003e\n\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp; It's important to distinguish between\nan \u003cspan style\u003d\"color: red;\"\u003eABA Therapist\u003c/span\u003e and a\u003cspan style\u003d\"color: red;\"\u003e\nBehavior Analyst\u003c/span\u003e. BA’s supervise, manage,\u0026nbsp; and run ABA programs as Consultants.\nABA Therapists are the foundation of any ABA program, as they are the ones who\nwork with the consumer day after day to teach skills. As an ABA Therapist you are usually responsible for teaching very specific skills and implementing a behavior plan.\u0026nbsp; ABA therapists can also work with a variety of clients, \u003cu\u003enot just young kids with Autism\u003c/u\u003e (myth alert).\u0026nbsp; There’s a growing demand\nfrom schools who want ABA services for typically developing children, as well as ABA professionals working with adult populations and animals. Yes, animals, because behavior is behavior.\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr /\u003e\n\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class\u003d\"MsoNormal\" style\u003d\"margin-left: 0.5in; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in; text-indent: -0.25in;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: wingdings; mso-bidi-font-family: Wingdings; mso-fareast-font-family: Wingdings;\"\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font: 7pt \u0026quot;times new roman\u0026quot;;\"\u003e\u0026nbsp; \u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003cu\u003eWhat’s it like being an ABA Therapist:\u003c/u\u003e \u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class\u003d\"MsoNormal\" style\u003d\"margin-left: 0.5in; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in; text-indent: -0.25in;\"\u003e\n\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp; The clients you work with will take you from sheer joy to the pit of frustration in 0.2 seconds. On Monday your client could be excited to see you and give you a huge hug, and then on Thursday they might try to bite you. Even if you only work\nwith one client, every day won't be the same. That's whats so great about this job: if you have a bad session you get to hit \"reset\" and start over again the next day. If you are a person who loves sameness, routine, and predictability, you might not enjoy this type of work. The field changes all of the time, parent expectations can change, the behavior plan can change, the programs change....did I mention you must like change??\u003cbr /\u003e\n\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class\u003d\"MsoNormal\" style\u003d\"margin-left: 0.5in; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in; text-indent: -0.25in;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: wingdings; mso-bidi-font-family: Wingdings; mso-fareast-font-family: Wingdings;\"\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font: 7pt \u0026quot;times new roman\u0026quot;;\"\u003e\u0026nbsp; \u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003cu\u003eWhat kind of person would be a good fit for this\njob?\u003c/u\u003e:\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class\u003d\"MsoNormal\" style\u003d\"margin-left: 0.5in; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in; text-indent: -0.25in;\"\u003e\n\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp; Anyone who is\u003cb\u003e PASSIONATE \u003c/b\u003eabout special needs or human differences, detail oriented, energetic, and loves to learn. Parents often feed off of the\nenthusiasm of the ABA Therapist, and feel encouraged by it.  It’s important that as an ABA professional you enjoy learning, because you\nnever stop learning when this is your job. Research and technology\nadvance the field regularly. You have to be open to receiving supervision and correction, even if you have been doing this for years.\nIf you aren’t a person who can take constructive criticism then this likely\nisn’t the job for you! \u003cbr /\u003e\n\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class\u003d\"MsoNormal\" style\u003d\"margin-left: 0.5in; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in; text-indent: -0.25in;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: wingdings; mso-bidi-font-family: Wingdings; mso-fareast-font-family: Wingdings;\"\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font: 7pt \u0026quot;times new roman\u0026quot;;\"\u003e\u0026nbsp; \u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003cu\u003eI’ve heard some horror stories; do ABA\nTherapists really get beat up at work?\u003c/u\u003e: \u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class\u003d\"MsoNormal\" style\u003d\"margin-left: 0.5in; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in; text-indent: -0.25in;\"\u003e\n\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp; Short answer? Yes. Here's the scoop: as an ABA professional you usually have say over who you work with. You could choose to only work with DD adults, or only work with ASD teens. The majority of my work experience has been with very young children. So I haven't been in situations where big, strong teens or adults have attacked me, thrown desks at me, punched me, etc. Do all of those things actually happen to ABA clinicians? YES. That would be called a severe behavior client.\u0026nbsp; The good news is\nyou shouldn't be thrown into situations like that unprepared. Your employer should provide physical management training, there should be a behavior plan in place, and if applicable a crisis plan to follow. So I suppose my answer is, it is \u003ci\u003epossible\u003c/i\u003e you could really get injured depending on the clientele you work with and the training you are given (or not given) by your employer.\u003cbr /\u003e\n\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class\u003d\"MsoNormal\" style\u003d\"margin-left: 0.5in; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in; text-indent: -0.25in;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: wingdings; mso-bidi-font-family: Wingdings; mso-fareast-font-family: Wingdings;\"\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font: 7pt \u0026quot;times new roman\u0026quot;;\"\u003e\u0026nbsp; \u0026nbsp; \u0026nbsp;\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003cu\u003eWhat are the hours like? \u003c/u\u003e:\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class\u003d\"MsoNormal\" style\u003d\"margin-left: 0.5in; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in; text-indent: -0.25in;\"\u003e\n\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp; There’s a lot of variability\nas far as scheduling, and of course depending on your work setting. If you work inside of homes with young children\u0026nbsp; then you'll probably have early morning hours (as most young children still nap). If you work at a school, then most likely you will have a 8-3 schedule.\u003cspan style\u003d\"mso-spacerun: yes;\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/span\u003eIf\nyou work for an agency, you will likely have a jam packed schedule\nof varying days and times, sometimes with really unpleasant huge gaps in your schedule. Example: Monday sessions at 9-12 and 4-7. \u003cb\u003eWorking weekends should not be mandatory\u003c/b\u003e. If you burn yourself out with a hectic caseload then what do you have left to give to your clients, or to yourself and your own family?\u003cbr /\u003e\n\u003cbr /\u003e\n\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: wingdings; text-indent: -0.25in;\"\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: \u0026quot;times new roman\u0026quot;; font-size: 7pt; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u0026nbsp; \u0026nbsp; \u0026nbsp;\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003cu style\u003d\"text-indent: -0.25in;\"\u003eDo I HAVE to be a RBT?\u003c/u\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"text-indent: -0.25in;\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/span\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"text-indent: -0.25in;\"\u003e:\u003c/span\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"text-indent: -0.25in;\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;The Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) credential\u0026nbsp;is fairly new in the field, and is a means to establish a minimum education and training requirement for ABA Technicians. Is it necessary to enter the field/get a job? No. \u003ci style\u003d\"background-color: yellow;\"\u003eBut\u003c/i\u003e... employers may require it, funding sources may require it, and it is a great way to learn more about the science\u0026nbsp;of behavior analysis. Keep in mind the RBT professional is not intended as a standalone position. Meaning, you cannot work independently\u0026nbsp;as a RBT -- you will need a supervising BCBA.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/span\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\n\u003cspan style\u003d\"text-indent: -0.25in;\"\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class\u003d\"MsoNormal\" style\u003d\"margin-left: 0.5in; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in; text-indent: -0.25in;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-family: wingdings; mso-bidi-font-family: Wingdings; mso-fareast-font-family: Wingdings;\"\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font: 7pt \u0026quot;times new roman\u0026quot;;\"\u003e\u0026nbsp; \u0026nbsp; \u0026nbsp;\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003cu\u003eWhere can I find ABA jobs?\u003c/u\u003e :\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class\u003d\"MsoNormal\" style\u003d\"margin-left: 0.5in; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in; text-indent: -0.25in;\"\u003e\n\u0026nbsp; \u0026nbsp; \u0026nbsp; This can be tricky. It’s often easier to find an ABA job when you already have one,\nbecause of referrals/word of mouth. If you are looking to break\ninto the field I’d recommend working for an ABA provider/agency first. You will get more\nclients and supervision than you would striking out on your own.\u0026nbsp; Research the ABA providers in your area, and contact\nthem to see if they need ABA Therapists. If they don’t hire inexperienced therapists, see if they have volunteer\npositions so you can gain experience. Try to obtain the RBT credential on your own, as it makes you a competitive job seeker even if you lack experience. You can also try your local or\nstate organizations for ABA, as they often allow members to post job openings on\ntheir website.\u0026nbsp; If you are currently a college student, often the heads of the Education or Psychology departments will have leads on ABA jobs/practicum sites. \u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class\u003d\"MsoNormal\" style\u003d\"margin-left: 0.5in; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in; text-indent: -0.25in;\"\u003e\n\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class\u003d\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class\u003d\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class\u003d\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cu\u003e\u003cb\u003eRESOURCES:\u003c/b\u003e\u003c/u\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\n\u003cu\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/b\u003e\u003c/u\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class\u003d\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\nIf you are interested in working in this field, here\nare some resources to locating work.\u003cbr /\u003e\nI'd recommend taking an intern or volunteer position first to make sure this is something you want to do before committing to a paid job. This field isn't for everyone, and that's okay. This is high energy, stressful work, often with time-sensitive deadlines, tons of paperwork to complete, and lots and lots of driving involved....it may not be a good fit for you. \u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class\u003d\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class\u003d\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cbr /\u003e\nThink outside of the box a bit.... special needs schools, camps, day programs, etc., often will hire for Behavior Specialists, Behavior Tutors, etc. Essentially, you will be performing the same role of an ABA therapist but just may have a different title.\u003cbr /\u003e\n\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class\u003d\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\nGA Parent to Parent Network -Georgia statewide agency for parent support, has a database of companies and\nproviders.\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class\u003d\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003ca href\u003d\"http://p2pga.org/\"\u003ehttp://p2pga.org/\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class\u003d\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class\u003d\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\nIndeed, \u0026amp; Linked In often have ABA job listings\u003cbr /\u003e\n\u003cbr /\u003e\n\u003ca href\u003d\"https://trainaba.com/how-to-find-jobs-in-applied-behavior-analysis-aba/\"\u003eThis article\u003c/a\u003e has some really creative suggestions for locating ABA work.\u003cbr /\u003e\n\u003cdiv class\u003d\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\nBehavior Analyst Associations - Look up the Behavior Analyst association in your state. These websites usually post career opportunities, or if not, you can contact members directly to see if they have job leads. For GA, the state association is \u003ca href\u003d\"http://www.georgia-aba.com/\"\u003eGABA\u003c/a\u003e.\u003cbr /\u003e\n\u003cdiv class\u003d\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class\u003d\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class\u003d\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class\u003d\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003ca href\u003d\"http://www.google.com-/\"\u003ewww.Google.com-\u003c/a\u003e Google\n“Autism treatment” or \"ABA therapy\" and the name of your city, and see what comes up.\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class\u003d\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class\u003d\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class\u003d\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\nAIBA- Association of International Behavior Analysts (has a\njob directory).\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class\u003d\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003ca href\u003d\"http://www.abainternational.org/aba.asp\"\u003ehttp://www.abainternational.org/aba.asp\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class\u003d\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class\u003d\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class\u003d\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class\u003d\"blogger-post-footer\"\u003e\u003ca href\u003dwww.iloveaba.com\u003eI Love ABA\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/div\u003e"},"link":[{"rel":"replies","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https://www.iloveaba.com/feeds/6627126294139565619/comments/default","title":"Post Comments"},{"rel":"replies","type":"text/html","href":"https://www.iloveaba.com/2012/08/so-you-want-to-be-superhero.html#comment-form","title":"18 Comments"},{"rel":"edit","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https://www.blogger.com/feeds/910085778879504657/posts/default/6627126294139565619"},{"rel":"self","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https://www.blogger.com/feeds/910085778879504657/posts/default/6627126294139565619"},{"rel":"alternate","type":"text/html","href":"https://www.iloveaba.com/2012/08/so-you-want-to-be-superhero.html","title":"Best. 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Ever."}],"author":[{"name":{"$t":"Tameika Meadows, BCBA, Blog Author"},"uri":{"$t":"https://www.blogger.com/profile/17008810597417201971"},"email":{"$t":"noreply@blogger.com"},"gd$image":{"rel":"http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail","width":"32","height":"32","src":"//blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgKRu-32Kiv0YjGfVQQ0isn09_Q0rxpVUSLk206uq3faX3NIRWl2Ysmtq6cdZ5IPewos6C9xm3Fn_05hk7DBTKU0BOOraF03cyPTHWfXXjm5RyHAEAXnZ3oiK8cEXrAcg/s220/20161223_173533-1.jpg"}}],"media$thumbnail":{"xmlns$media":"http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/","url":"https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-9soGHw4g9KE/XgYYPkCRzDI/AAAAAAAAFuI/uviVSNm8KZgtgnbzMMqFl6pMRjsZ1-QLQCNcBGAsYHQ/s72-c/download.png","height":"72","width":"72"},"thr$total":{"$t":"18"}},{"id":{"$t":"tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-910085778879504657.post-8224795670398569054"},"published":{"$t":"2012-04-18T20:00:00.002-04:00"},"updated":{"$t":"2019-10-24T13:16:43.098-04:00"},"category":[{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"FAQ"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Staff training"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Parent education"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"ABA"}],"title":{"type":"text","$t":"FAQ Part II!"},"content":{"type":"html","$t":"\u003cbr /\u003e\n\u003cdiv class\u003d\"separator\" style\u003d\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href\u003d\"http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-MpkTXF8n0K4/T49OvEnNQzI/AAAAAAAAAgE/GZFKmG4k86Y/s1600/faq_questionmark.jpg\" imageanchor\u003d\"1\" style\u003d\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003e\u003cimg border\u003d\"0\" height\u003d\"400\" src\u003d\"https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-MpkTXF8n0K4/T49OvEnNQzI/AAAAAAAAAgE/GZFKmG4k86Y/s400/faq_questionmark.jpg\" width\u003d\"320\" /\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class\u003d\"separator\" style\u003d\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class\u003d\"separator\" style\u003d\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href\u003d\"http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-8gPFoNQwmPE/T49Ov8YuQ3I/AAAAAAAAAgM/0GEQHo44Slo/s1600/questions+image.jpg\" imageanchor\u003d\"1\" style\u003d\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003e\u003cimg border\u003d\"0\" height\u003d\"265\" src\u003d\"https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-8gPFoNQwmPE/T49Ov8YuQ3I/AAAAAAAAAgM/0GEQHo44Slo/s400/questions+image.jpg\" width\u003d\"400\" /\u003e\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class\u003d\"separator\" style\u003d\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href\u003d\"http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-QjkmeOcl1rU/T49OukCf0fI/AAAAAAAAAf8/jvXGJS8R0ko/s1600/faq.jpg\" imageanchor\u003d\"1\" style\u003d\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003e\u003cimg border\u003d\"0\" height\u003d\"300\" src\u003d\"https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-QjkmeOcl1rU/T49OukCf0fI/AAAAAAAAAf8/jvXGJS8R0ko/s400/faq.jpg\" width\u003d\"400\" /\u003e\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class\u003d\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class\u003d\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class\u003d\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\nIts time for Frequently Asked Questions part II!\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class\u003d\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003ca href\u003d\"http://www.iloveaba.com/2011/12/faq-frequently-asked-questions.html\"\u003ePart I \u003c/a\u003ewas pretty popular so I decided to do a part II of\neven more questions that people ask me all the time.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class\u003d\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class\u003d\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\nSo lets jump in...\u003cbr /\u003e\n\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class\u003d\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class\u003d\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cb style\u003d\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eFAQ Families\u003c/b\u003e:\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class\u003d\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003col start\u003d\"1\" style\u003d\"margin-top: 0in;\" type\u003d\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class\u003d\"MsoNormal\" style\u003d\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\u003cb style\u003d\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eWill my child with Autism EVER talk/have\n     friends/use a toilet/live independently, etc.? \u003c/b\u003eThis is a very common\n     question. The short answer is, \u003cu\u003eno one can tell you definitively\u003c/u\u003e. The longer answer is with\n     the correct recipe of intensive treatment, well qualified therapists,\n     excellent parent education and training, and a commitment to consistency,\n     any child with Autism can make great strides and permanently enhance their\n     quality of life. Its good to think about\n     and plan for the future, but parents please don’t drive yourself crazy\n     with endless “What If” questions. Appropriate planning and consideration for the future is good, incessant worrying and anxiety is not.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli class\u003d\"MsoNormal\" style\u003d\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\u003cb style\u003d\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eI think my child may be on the\n     Spectrum, but I'm not sure…..she isn’t like those kids you see on TV who\n     have Autism. Maybe she will outgrow it. \u003c/b\u003eAutism is not one –size- fits-\n     all. These children will differ greatly from each other. Media portrayals of Autism can be very one dimensional sometimes. Several\n     years ago, every person with Autism was “Rainman”. Now it seems every\n     person with Autism is “Bill Gates”. The pendulum has swung from\n     exaggerating all Autism as a severely debilitating condition, to\n     exaggerating all Autism as just a quirky or odd personality. Do not let\n     the media tell you what Autism looks like, because the reality is Autism\n     can look like anyone. Look for key deficits in specific developmental areas: communication, social\n     interaction, play skills, eye contact, and joint attention deficits. If you have a hunch or gut feeling that something may be wrong, get an evaluation done.\n     The sooner you get a diagnosis, the sooner you can access services.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli class\u003d\"MsoNormal\" style\u003d\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\u003cb style\u003d\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eWhat causes Autism? \u003c/b\u003eThis question\n     is such a political hot topic right now. The short answer is: we don't know. The longer answer is: There likely is not \"one\" cause, but rather a complex interaction of genetic and non-genetic factors, and of course Autism will impact different individuals differently. I\n     think there are many causes for Autism, and sadly many myths floating around out there. What is\n     more important is to focus on what to DO about helping your child with Autism and\n     move out of the phase of searching for the cause.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli class\u003d\"MsoNormal\" style\u003d\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\u003cb style\u003d\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eMy main therapist will be unable to\n     work for 6 weeks, and we are freaking out! Who will cover those sessions?\u0026nbsp; \u003c/b\u003eIt is always preferable to have more\n     than one ABA therapist, and this is a big reason why. When you have\n     multiple therapists its easy to cover sessions that are missed due to\n     illness, vacation, car trouble, etc. Another reason for multiple\n     therapists is you don’t want your child to get too attached to being\n     taught by the same person.\n     However if you only employ one direct therapist in your home and that\n     person needs to miss sessions for any reason, guess who the backup\n     therapist is? YOU. In the therapists’ absence the parents can step in and cover a session, or a few sessions. Parents should be so\n     knowledgeable and comfortable with the child’s ABA programs that this could occur.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli class\u003d\"MsoNormal\" style\u003d\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\u003cb style\u003d\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eI worry that my child hates his\n     therapy and dislikes the therapist. He cries when she comes to the house,\n     and he runs away from her. Should I be worried? \u003c/b\u003eI actually had this\n     situation happen to me, where I started working with a little boy who\n     just…didn’t…like…me. I would show up at the home, he would burst into\n     tears. Let’s just say the parents weren’t thrilled to see their child\n     react this way. Eventually we had a lightbulb moment and realized that\n     the child was very sensory sensitive and reacted strongly to my perfume.\n     It gave him migraines. So what was happening?\u0026nbsp; He associated me with pain. If your\n     child has a consistent negative reaction to therapy or to a particular\n     therapist, that’s a problem. It is normal for your child to avoid therapy\n     sometimes, or to occasionally appear upset when the therapist arrives. The\n     key word there is \u003cu\u003eoccasionally\u003c/u\u003e. A consistent negative reaction\n     could mean many things: the therapist isn’t properly paired with the\n     child, the therapist has become aversive to the child, the child is\n     struggling with transitioning into work-time, the therapist need more training in reinforcement, etc. \u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli class\u003d\"MsoNormal\" style\u003d\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\u003cb style\u003d\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eI'm overwhelmed by all these treatment\n     options. Should I research each one and read more books before I implement\n     anything? \u003c/b\u003eEarly intervention is key when it comes to Autism treatment.\n     Throw away the concept of “wait and see\". The sooner you begin intensive treatment the\n     better the overall prognosis. Yes, the vast array of treatments for Autism\n     is dizzying. Focus on treatments that address the deficits your child is exhibiting. Every child with Autism does not need speech therapy, or social skill groups, or intensive ABA. Autism impacts individuals differently, and some children with Autism may not need any therapies at all.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli class\u003d\"MsoNormal\" style\u003d\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\u003cb style\u003d\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eWhat kind of expert (teacher,\n     physician, psychologist) is the best source to tell me about my child? \u003c/b\u003eDoctors,\n     pediatricians, developmental psychologists, nurses, teachers, behavior\n     specialists….as a parent of a child with Autism you may find yourself in\n     the middle of a revolving door of professionals. It’s important that you\n     understand professionals are qualified in a certain area or domain. They\n     may be experts in child development, behavior, or Autism, but who is the\n     expert on your child? \u003cu\u003eYou are. \u003c/u\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003c/ol\u003e\n\u003cdiv class\u003d\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class\u003d\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class\u003d\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cb style\u003d\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eFAQ Therapists:\u003c/b\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class\u003d\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003col start\u003d\"1\" style\u003d\"margin-top: 0in;\" type\u003d\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class\u003d\"MsoNormal\" style\u003d\"mso-list: l1 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\u003cb style\u003d\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eMy client completely ignores or is\n     very aggressive with her siblings. I want to help the parents with this\n     but Im not sure what to tell them. \u003c/b\u003eI discuss in my \u003ca href\u003d\"http://www.iloveaba.com/2012/02/addressing-social-deficits.html\"\u003esocial skills\u003c/a\u003e post how to teach children with Autism to interact with toys or other people. It\n     is very common to work with a child who will interact with, or\n     be in close proximity to adults yet will cry, scream, or aggress if a\n     child gets too close to them. Many parents feel especially hurt that their\n     child won’t interact with his/her siblings. From the child’s perspective, their\n     siblings are not special. Their siblings are just annoying, unpredictable, short\n     people who happen to live with them. Social skills need to be explicitly\n     taught, and part of your therapy sessions should include bringing the\n     siblings together for structured interactions.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli class\u003d\"MsoNormal\" style\u003d\"mso-list: l1 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\u003cb style\u003d\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eI know I'm supposed to provide parent\n     education, but I'm not sure how OR The parents don’t want my help/feedback.\n     \u003c/b\u003e\u003ca href\u003d\"http://www.iloveaba.com/2012/07/parent-training-tips-for-success.html\"\u003eParent education\u003c/a\u003e at its core is simply involving the parents in the\n     therapeutic process. You want to include the parents as part of the treatment team, even if you have to convince them why this is important. Your goal with parent education is to\n     inform, educate, and provide feedback. The parents should know what\n     programs you are teaching, what reinforcers are effective, what strengths\n     the child has, etc. You may come across a family that seems uninterested\n     or apathetic about parent education. Your response to this will vary\n     depending on where you work. If you work for a company, parent involvement\n     is often required and parents resistant to feedback are dropped as\n     clients. If you work for yourself, you need to decide how you want to\n     handle an apathetic client. If you aren’t careful some families may start\n     to view your services as glorified babysitting, not therapy. You need to\n     clarify that you are a professional providing a service and you need parent\n     involvement to be successful. If the family is consistently apathetic, you\n     may have to stop providing services to that family.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli class\u003d\"MsoNormal\" style\u003d\"mso-list: l1 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\u003cb style\u003d\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eMy client hates change. Should I\n     accommodate that or should I intentionally change things so he\n     can get used to it? \u003c/b\u003eResistance to change and a rigidity of interests\n     are characteristics of Autism. It is to be expected. As part of the\n     therapy process, yes, you need to start exposing the child to a varied\n     routine so they can learn to accommodate change. This should be done\n     gradually and in increments. Its also important to use visual cues such as\n     a picture schedule posted on the wall. You can change the pictures every\n     so often to signify to the child that the routine will be different.\n     Help the child learn to adjust to unforseen changes in their routine.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli class\u003d\"MsoNormal\" style\u003d\"mso-list: l1 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\u003cb style\u003d\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eWhat's a Certified ABA Therapist? \u003c/b\u003eYou\n     might have heard someone refer to themselves as a certified ABA Therapist\n     and wondered what that meant. There is no nationally recognized certification for ABA\n     therapists other than board certification. Board certification comes at 3\n     levels: BCaBA for Bachelor Degree holders, BCBA for Master Degree holders,\n     and BCBA-D for Doctorate Degree holders. When someone says they are\n     certified in ABA this could mean almost anything. One person could hold an ABA\n     certification due to taking graduate level coursework in Applied Behavior\n     Analysis, but someone else could say they hold an ABA certification if\n     they only attended a 2 day workshop on basic behavior theory.\u0026nbsp; For more information go to \u003ca href\u003d\"http://www.bacb.com/\"\u003ehttp://www.bacb.com\u003c/a\u003e.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli class\u003d\"MsoNormal\" style\u003d\"mso-list: l1 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\u003cb style\u003d\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eMy client acts so much worse around\n     his parents than he does with me. Why is that? \u003c/b\u003eThis is a very common\n     question.\u003cb style\u003d\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e \u0026nbsp;\u003c/b\u003eThis doesn’t always occur for the\n     reasons you may think. Its true that in some situations the parents may be\n     inconsistent or lack follow-through on discipline. Beyond that,\n     sometimes the child hasn’t generalized yet that they must listen to many\n     adults and not just the therapist. For many children with Autism the\n     parents are a safe haven. The parents serve as comforters, providers of\n     food, love, hugs, kisses, and may be the only people the child feels fully\n     comfortable with. Sometimes what looks like bad behavior can be a special\n     parent-child bond.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli class\u003d\"MsoNormal\" style\u003d\"mso-list: l1 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\u003cb style\u003d\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eMy supervisor is unavailable,\n     unhelpful, or makes me feel stupid for asking questions. What should I do?\n     \u003c/b\u003eI love answering questions like these, because I have been in that\n     position. I have had great, bad, and indifferent supervisors. When I was a\n     new therapist it made me feel very uncomfortable to tell a supervisor they\n     weren’t doing a good job. So I understand how hard it is to have that\n     awkward conversation. I suggest talking to your supervisor 1:1 about the issue\n     and providing concrete examples about the areas you feel are lacking. Make\n     “I” statements instead of “You” statements, such as “I feel unprepared\n     when I’m given no background information about a child I am working with”\n     instead of “You need to stop sending me out to see clients without giving\n     me their intake file first”. Focus on what you want to see improve, and\n     explain what you need to benefit from training. If you don’t\n     feel comfortable asking your supervisor questions, venting after a really bad session, or giving input on clinical ideas, then that’s a\n     problem. No matter your experience level your supervisor should be open to\n     your ideas and perspective, as long as you present it respectfully.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli class\u003d\"MsoNormal\" style\u003d\"mso-list: l1 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\u003cb style\u003d\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eWhat do parents look for when hiring\n     ABA therapists? What’s most important to them?\u0026nbsp;\u003c/b\u003e I have\n     helped many families interview and hire in home ABA therapists, and I do\n     think there are a few things all families have in common when hiring a\n     therapist: \u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cul style\u003d\"margin-top: 0in;\" type\u003d\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class\u003d\"MsoNormal\" style\u003d\"mso-list: l1 level2 lfo2; tab-stops: list 1.0in;\"\u003eThe\n      family wants you to enjoy your job- Even if you have minimal experience\n      or training, clear passion can make a great impression on a family\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli class\u003d\"MsoNormal\" style\u003d\"mso-list: l1 level2 lfo2; tab-stops: list 1.0in;\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;The family wants you to show up when you\n      say you will- Be on time for work, call if you are going to be late, and\n      don’t end sessions early\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli class\u003d\"MsoNormal\" style\u003d\"mso-list: l1 level2 lfo2; tab-stops: list 1.0in;\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;The family wants you to be competent-\n      All families want to see that you know your stuff. They want to see that\n      you are knowledgeable and have expertise, which is why they are hiring\n      you in the first place\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli class\u003d\"MsoNormal\" style\u003d\"mso-list: l1 level2 lfo2; tab-stops: list 1.0in;\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;The family wants you to see their child\n      as a child first and a diagnosis second- Don’t view their child as a list\n      of deficits and weaknesses, or a problem to be fixed\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli class\u003d\"MsoNormal\" style\u003d\"mso-list: l1 level2 lfo2; tab-stops: list 1.0in;\"\u003eThe\n      family wants you to be loving and kind- Parents love being around people\n      who love their children \u003c/li\u003e\n\u003c/ul\u003e\n\u003c/ol\u003e\n\u003cdiv class\u003d\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class\u003d\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class\u003d\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class\u003d\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class\u003d\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class\u003d\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class\u003d\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class\u003d\"blogger-post-footer\"\u003e\u003ca href\u003dwww.iloveaba.com\u003eI Love ABA\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/div\u003e"},"link":[{"rel":"replies","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https://www.iloveaba.com/feeds/8224795670398569054/comments/default","title":"Post Comments"},{"rel":"replies","type":"text/html","href":"https://www.iloveaba.com/2012/04/faq-part-ii.html#comment-form","title":"1 Comments"},{"rel":"edit","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https://www.blogger.com/feeds/910085778879504657/posts/default/8224795670398569054"},{"rel":"self","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https://www.blogger.com/feeds/910085778879504657/posts/default/8224795670398569054"},{"rel":"alternate","type":"text/html","href":"https://www.iloveaba.com/2012/04/faq-part-ii.html","title":"FAQ Part II!"}],"author":[{"name":{"$t":"Tameika Meadows, BCBA, Blog Author"},"uri":{"$t":"https://www.blogger.com/profile/17008810597417201971"},"email":{"$t":"noreply@blogger.com"},"gd$image":{"rel":"http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail","width":"32","height":"32","src":"//blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgKRu-32Kiv0YjGfVQQ0isn09_Q0rxpVUSLk206uq3faX3NIRWl2Ysmtq6cdZ5IPewos6C9xm3Fn_05hk7DBTKU0BOOraF03cyPTHWfXXjm5RyHAEAXnZ3oiK8cEXrAcg/s220/20161223_173533-1.jpg"}}],"media$thumbnail":{"xmlns$media":"http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/","url":"https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-MpkTXF8n0K4/T49OvEnNQzI/AAAAAAAAAgE/GZFKmG4k86Y/s72-c/faq_questionmark.jpg","height":"72","width":"72"},"thr$total":{"$t":"1"}},{"id":{"$t":"tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-910085778879504657.post-3635250191750799817"},"published":{"$t":"2011-12-24T03:57:00.004-05:00"},"updated":{"$t":"2021-09-26T16:58:05.897-04:00"},"category":[{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"FAQ"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Staff training"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Parent education"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"ABA Employment"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"ABA"}],"title":{"type":"text","$t":"FAQ: Frequently Asked Questions!"},"content":{"type":"html","$t":"\u003cdiv class\u003d\"separator\" style\u003d\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href\u003d\"http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-6umvfmMCj2s/TvV_4hczQiI/AAAAAAAAAIA/BTXq2qo6DJk/s1600/q.jpg\" style\u003d\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003e\u003cimg border\u003d\"0\" height\u003d\"400\" src\u003d\"https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-6umvfmMCj2s/TvV_4hczQiI/AAAAAAAAAIA/BTXq2qo6DJk/s400/q.jpg\" width\u003d\"400\" /\u003e\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cbr /\u003e\n\u003cdiv class\u003d\"separator\" style\u003d\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class\u003d\"separator\" style\u003d\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class\u003d\"separator\" style\u003d\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href\u003d\"http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-BwefhUipkYY/TvV_7dEj2wI/AAAAAAAAAII/-99LLYdh9Uw/s1600/frequently_asked_questions.gif+__SQUARESPACE_CACHEVERSION%253D1298996372043.gif\" style\u003d\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003e\u003cimg border\u003d\"0\" height\u003d\"336\" src\u003d\"https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-BwefhUipkYY/TvV_7dEj2wI/AAAAAAAAAII/-99LLYdh9Uw/s400/frequently_asked_questions.gif+__SQUARESPACE_CACHEVERSION%253D1298996372043.gif\" width\u003d\"400\" /\u003e\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cbr /\u003e\n\u003cspan face\u003d\"\u0026quot;trebuchet ms\u0026quot; , sans-serif\"\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\n\u003cspan face\u003d\"\u0026quot;trebuchet ms\u0026quot; , sans-serif\"\u003eWhen I initially meet with a family or school I am often asked variations of the same questions over and over. Of course, most people don't realize that the questions that come to their mind also come to a lot of other peoples minds. \u003c/span\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\n\u003cspan face\u003d\"\u0026quot;trebuchet ms\u0026quot; , sans-serif\"\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\n\u003cspan face\u003d\"\u0026quot;trebuchet ms\u0026quot; , sans-serif\"\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\n\u003cspan face\u003d\"\u0026quot;trebuchet ms\u0026quot; , sans-serif\"\u003eI decided to make a brief list of the questions I get asked the most --complete with answers--when I meet with a family or a therapist for the first time. You might see a question or two that you remember asking the first ABA professional you worked with. \u003c/span\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\n\u003cspan face\u003d\"\u0026quot;trebuchet ms\u0026quot; , sans-serif\"\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\n\u003cspan face\u003d\"\u0026quot;trebuchet ms\u0026quot; , sans-serif\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/b\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\n\u003cspan face\u003d\"\u0026quot;trebuchet ms\u0026quot; , sans-serif\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFAQ- Families\u003c/b\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan face\u003d\"\u0026quot;trebuchet ms\u0026quot; , sans-serif\"\u003e\"\u003cb\u003e\u003ca href\u003d\"http://www.iloveaba.com/2011/08/new-to-aba.html\"\u003eWhat is ABA\u003c/a\u003e anyway?\u003c/b\u003e\": To summarize (because this can be a very short or very long response), \"Behavior Analysis\" is a behavioral science that researches the most effective ways to reduce or improve a variety of behaviors, such as aggression, communication, self-stimulatory behaviors, etc. \"Applied Behavior Analysis\" is taking these strongly research supported tools and strategies and applying them to everyday environments to help individuals improve upon their global functioning.\u003cb\u003e \u003c/b\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan face\u003d\"\u0026quot;trebuchet ms\u0026quot; , sans-serif\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\"How much will all of this cost?\u003c/b\u003e\": There is huge variability in this field when it comes to fees. Many factors effect rates such as location, number of hours per week, size of ABA team, is the program supervised by a BCBA, etc. In my experiences (translation\u003dopinion), an average rate for an ABA therapist is $15 per hour. Average rate for a BCBA is $60 per hour.\u0026nbsp; The average number of therapy hours needed each week would be between 25-30. Besides private pay, some parents get grants or scholarships from the state or private businesses,\u0026nbsp; get the school district to pay for ABA, or get reimbursement through their insurance companies to pay for ABA therapy. \u003c/span\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan face\u003d\"\u0026quot;trebuchet ms\u0026quot; , sans-serif\"\u003e\"\u003cb\u003eWhen will this be over/How long will we have to do this?\u003c/b\u003e\": This is not a question with a quick answer, but new clients ask me this all the time. Which I can completely understand a parent wanting to know when therapy will be done. Let me give you an example of why this is such a hard question to answer: If I start working with a child who is 2, nonverbal, and tantrumming every few hours, we will have lots of intensive goals to target. As that child makes progress and begins to improve in their functioning, could therapy stop? Yes. Do parents typically say \"Okay she is talking now, we can stop this\"? No. Almost no one says that. Parents then say \"Well what about toilet training? What about feeding issues? Can you work on church attendance?\", so then the program goals change and evolve into different areas. So I suppose my answer would be, whoever is paying for services can determine at what point therapy is \"done\", based on how much progress has been achieved.\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan face\u003d\"\u0026quot;trebuchet ms\u0026quot; , sans-serif\"\u003e\"\u003cb\u003eCan you get my child to do _____/Can you get my child to stop doing ____?\u003c/b\u003e\": The short answer is: Probably. ABA is a behavioral method, so anything that is a behavior can potentially be modified by ABA. This includes language, tying shoes, using the toilet, hugging a sister, doing homework, walking the family dog, kicking the cat, cursing, wandering away from the house, etc. If its a behavior then ABA can be used to teach/improve/or reduce it.\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan face\u003d\"\u0026quot;trebuchet ms\u0026quot; , sans-serif\"\u003e\"\u003cb\u003eCan you just move into my home/Can we adopt you/Please don't ever leave!\u003c/b\u003e\": Yes, people really say this to me! This is a completely understandable reaction to a successful treatment method that appears to work like \u003ca href\u003d\"http://www.iloveaba.com/2013/03/the-art-of-redirection.html\"\u003e\"magic\"\u003c/a\u003e. However, it is my goal as an ABA professional to show a client that I am not a magician and I don't carry a wand in my purse. With proper training they can learn how to apply ABA techniques themselves That way they don't need me to move into their guest room :-) because they know how to do what I do.\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan face\u003d\"\u0026quot;trebuchet ms\u0026quot; , sans-serif\"\u003e\"\u003cb\u003eMy husband/wife will never follow this.\u003c/b\u003e\": This is basically a consistency issue. When I meet with one parent and they tell me immediately how the other parent is against ABA, or not fully on board, I explain how critical consistency is to success.\u0026nbsp;\u003ci\u003e Limited consistency equals limited success\u003c/i\u003e. Part of ongoing parent training is emphasizing the need for a team approach and getting everyone on the same page.\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan face\u003d\"\u0026quot;trebuchet ms\u0026quot; , sans-serif\"\u003e\"\u003cb\u003eHave you ever cured a child from Autism/Have you ever fixed a child using ABA?\u003c/b\u003e\":\u0026nbsp; I don't like to use words such as \"cure\" or \"fix\", because my focus is on improvement. What ABA does is help correct deficits, teach skills, and push these children to reach their full potential. Each child's ability to progress during ABA therapy has a lot of influencing factors including: severity of diagnosis, age child began therapy, how intensive was the therapy, the quality of the therapy staff, etc. \u003c/span\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan face\u003d\"\u0026quot;trebuchet ms\u0026quot; , sans-serif\"\u003e\"\u003cb\u003eMy child currently receives ABA therapy at home. I am considering ___ therapy. Which therapy is the best/Which therapy should I stop doing?\u003c/b\u003e\": What I would suggest to any parent considering a new therapy or wanting to end a current therapy is look at your child's individual needs. What deficits do they have? What strengths do they have? Focus on therapeutic methods designed to address your child's needs. Look for methods that are empirically supported (research showing the method is effective) across a variety of settings or individuals. Look for methods that include the parents in therapy, and also address behavioral issues. I often see new therapy methods that become very popular but if the child has challenging behavioral issues then they cant participate. If a professional expects to teach a child with Autism, then encountering challenging behaviors is quite likely. \u003c/span\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003c/ol\u003e\n\u003cspan face\u003d\"\u0026quot;trebuchet ms\u0026quot; , sans-serif\"\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\n\u003cspan face\u003d\"\u0026quot;trebuchet ms\u0026quot; , sans-serif\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/b\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\n\u003cspan face\u003d\"\u0026quot;trebuchet ms\u0026quot; , sans-serif\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFAQ- Therapists \u003c/b\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\n\u003cspan face\u003d\"\u0026quot;trebuchet ms\u0026quot; , sans-serif\"\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\n\u003cbr /\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan face\u003d\"\u0026quot;trebuchet ms\u0026quot; , sans-serif\"\u003e\"\u003cb\u003eHow did you get into this field/How can I get into this field?\u003c/b\u003e\": I explain this a little bit in my Bio, but I stumbled into my career. I didn't plan on ABA as a career when I entered college and I had no knowledge of Autism. In my freshman year of college I started working part time as an ABA therapist and I \"caught the bug\". I felt like I had the most interesting, amazing job in the world.\u0026nbsp; I decided I wanted ABA to be my career and not just a PT job, so I began the necessary steps towards becoming a BCBA. If you are interested in ABA as a career I recommend contacting agencies and companies that provide ABA services. I would suggest an agency rather than a family because with an agency you will be provided with training and multiple clients to work with rather than just one client. This field has a massive demand for fun, energetic professionals, so if you think you \u003ca href\u003d\"http://www.iloveaba.com/2012/08/so-you-want-to-be-superhero.html\"\u003ewant to be a Superhero\u003c/a\u003e\u0026nbsp; then I welcome you!\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan face\u003d\"\u0026quot;trebuchet ms\u0026quot; , sans-serif\"\u003e\"\u003cb\u003eHow much do ABA therapists make?\u003c/b\u003e\": There is great variability as far as pay depending on your location, if you work for a family vs. an agency, your education and experience, etc. I would estimate (translation\u003d my opinion) that ABA therapists can make anywhere from $10-$20 per hour. BCBA's, Lead Therapists, or Consultants can make anywhere from $25-$50 per hour.\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan face\u003d\"\u0026quot;trebuchet ms\u0026quot; , sans-serif\"\u003e\"\u003cb\u003eWhat is the best/worst company to work for?\u003c/b\u003e\": Like many ABA therapists, I have worked for different agencies, companies, and schools. There is a high turnover rate in this field. There is no \"best or worst\" place to work. \u003cu\u003eAny\u003c/u\u003e company or agency will have its pros and cons. Decide what is most important to you as an employee and select agencies that have those characteristics. For example, are you comfortable working at a large company with hundreds of employees or do you want to work for a small agency where everyone knows each other? Do you want to work within your local area or do you want to travel to see your clients? Do you want to work with young kids or with adults? Find an agency that has the characteristics important to you, and who respects and values their employees.\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan face\u003d\"\u0026quot;trebuchet ms\u0026quot; , sans-serif\"\u003e\"\u003cb\u003eHow do you handle rude/resistant/confrontational parents?\u003c/b\u003e\": Conflicts with parents can happen, and they do happen. Usually there are a ton of internal things happening with that parent, and unfortunately the person they choose to take it out on is you. Another factor that can lead to conflict is many parents of these children also have Autism or some neurological disorder. I have encountered families where the child has Autism, and the parent has Aspergers, or Depression. Dealing with a parent who has an untreated mental disorder is definitely tough. Try to take your feelings out of it and think about what that family may be going through. Talk to the family, explain why you are feeling uncomfortable, and try to resolve the problem. It isn't necessary for the parent to like you for you to do your job, but it is necessary that they respect you and can maintain a professional relationship. If not, you should stop working with that family.\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan face\u003d\"\u0026quot;trebuchet ms\u0026quot; , sans-serif\"\u003e\"\u003cb\u003eI have been doing this for X amount of time. Why cant I get hired as a Lead Therapist/How do I get promoted?\u003c/b\u003e\": This field is unique as far as experience and know-how.\u0026nbsp; The more children you work with, the more you need to learn and grow and be comfortable with change. Some people describe it like this: \"If you've met one child with Autism, then you've met ONE child with Autism\".\u0026nbsp; These kids are all unique individuals and they differ greatly from one another. This field is also rapidly advanced by research and technology, and what was done 5 years ago isn't necessarily done today. When I first started in this field, the technology that can be incorporated into an ABA session today was unheard of. As technology changes, I have to grow and change with it to better serve my clients. I have to stay flexible and be willing to learn and try new things.That is what can be so fascinating about this job, but its also what drives some people crazy about this job. For these reasons, I don't think getting certain degrees or a certain amount of experience means you are \u003cb\u003eautomatically\u003c/b\u003e qualified to lead, manage, or oversee an ABA program. What I have found is that more innate qualities, such as patience, flexibility, creativity, and leadership skills, are what make a great Lead Therapist or Supervising Therapist.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003c/ol\u003e\n\u003cspan face\u003d\"\u0026quot;trebuchet ms\u0026quot; , sans-serif\"\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan face\u003d\"\u0026quot;trebuchet ms\u0026quot; , sans-serif\"\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\n\u003cspan face\u003d\"\u0026quot;trebuchet ms\u0026quot; , sans-serif\"\u003e\u003ca href\u003d\"http://www.iloveaba.com/2012/04/faq-part-ii.html\"\u003eFAQ Part II\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\n\u003cspan face\u003d\"\u0026quot;trebuchet ms\u0026quot; , sans-serif\"\u003e\u003ca href\u003d\"http://www.iloveaba.com/2013/02/faq-part-iii-letters-to-editor.html\"\u003eFAQ Part III \u003c/a\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003c/ol\u003e\n\u003cdiv class\u003d\"blogger-post-footer\"\u003e\u003ca href\u003dwww.iloveaba.com\u003eI Love ABA\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/div\u003e"},"link":[{"rel":"replies","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https://www.iloveaba.com/feeds/3635250191750799817/comments/default","title":"Post Comments"},{"rel":"replies","type":"text/html","href":"https://www.iloveaba.com/2011/12/faq-frequently-asked-questions.html#comment-form","title":"10 Comments"},{"rel":"edit","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https://www.blogger.com/feeds/910085778879504657/posts/default/3635250191750799817"},{"rel":"self","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https://www.blogger.com/feeds/910085778879504657/posts/default/3635250191750799817"},{"rel":"alternate","type":"text/html","href":"https://www.iloveaba.com/2011/12/faq-frequently-asked-questions.html","title":"FAQ: Frequently Asked Questions!"}],"author":[{"name":{"$t":"Tameika Meadows, BCBA, Blog Author"},"uri":{"$t":"https://www.blogger.com/profile/17008810597417201971"},"email":{"$t":"noreply@blogger.com"},"gd$image":{"rel":"http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail","width":"32","height":"32","src":"//blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgKRu-32Kiv0YjGfVQQ0isn09_Q0rxpVUSLk206uq3faX3NIRWl2Ysmtq6cdZ5IPewos6C9xm3Fn_05hk7DBTKU0BOOraF03cyPTHWfXXjm5RyHAEAXnZ3oiK8cEXrAcg/s220/20161223_173533-1.jpg"}}],"media$thumbnail":{"xmlns$media":"http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/","url":"https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-6umvfmMCj2s/TvV_4hczQiI/AAAAAAAAAIA/BTXq2qo6DJk/s72-c/q.jpg","height":"72","width":"72"},"thr$total":{"$t":"10"}}]}});