Board Certified Behavior Analyst
A board certified behavior analyst (BCBA) has specific training in applied behavior analysis (ABA) and provides effective academic and behavioral support for students with special needs and behavioral challenges. ABA is a science that uses the principles of behavior to increase socially significant behavior and decrease problem behaviors that impede learning, social development, and independence.
A BCBA in a school setting does the following:
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When warranted, conducts a functional behavior assessment (FBA) to determine the function of a student's maladaptive behavior(s). After the function is hypothesized, a behavior intervention plan (BIP) is written to be implemented by the student’s teacher, related service providers and paraprofessionals who work with the student.
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Works with teachers, related service providers, and paraprofessionals to develop skill acquisition programming for academics, functional living skills, and increased social interaction.
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Develop data collection systems to monitor the effectiveness of BIPs and skill acquisition programming through visual analysis of graphed data.
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Consults with school staff to provide behavioral recommendations for classroom management and individual
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Provides ongoing supervision to the district’s registered behavior technicians (RBT).
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Conducts staff training on the principles of ABA and its application in the school setting.
CMCSSSD’S BACB CERTIFICATIONS
BCBA
A Board Certified Behavior Analyst is a graduate-level position in which an individual is certified in applied behavior analysis. This certification is received through the Behavior Analyst Certification Board (BACB).
RBT
A Registered Behavior Technician is a behavior analytic certification with a minimum of a high school level education. An RBT provides direct services to the client through the supervision of a BCBA.
The Behavior Analyst Certification Board (BACB) is the certifying body that develops and implements the national certification program for behavior analysts. (www.bacb.com).
