
The Behavioral View Episode 4.4: Apprenticeships in Applied Behavior Analysis Organizations with Chelsea Smith Shiroma M.Ed., BCBA, LBA-TX
04/29/24 • 54 min
This episode of "The Behavioral View" features a discussion on apprenticeship models in behavioral analysis, focusing on the system used by Behavioral Innovations. The conversation covers the structure and benefits of apprenticeships, mentorship, and professional development in the field of behavior analysis. Ethical considerations and organizational strategies for implementing effective training programs are also discussed.
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Show Notes
References and Resources:
- Clear, J. (2018). Atomic habits : tiny changes, remarkable results : an easy & proven way to build good habits & break bad ones. Avery, an imprint of Penguin Random House.
- Hemingway, E. (1952). The Old Man and the Sea. Charles Scribner's Sons.
- Kazemi, E. & Shapiro, M. & Kavner, A.(2015). Predictors of intention to turnover in behavior technicians working with individuals with autism spectrum disorder. Research in Autism Spectrum Disorders. 17, 106-115. 10.1016/j.rasd.2015.06.012.
- Pharaon, V. (2023). The origins of you : how breaking family patterns can liberate the way we live and love. G.P. Putnam’s Sons.
- Shapiro, M. & Kazemi, E. (2017). A Review of Training Strategies to Teach Individuals Implementation of Behavioral Interventions. Journal of Organizational Behavior Management. 37, 32-62. 10.1080/01608061.2016.1267066.
- Silverstein, S. (1964). The Giving Tree. Harper & Row.
- Wine B, Osborne MR, Newcomb ET. (2020). On Turnover in Human Services. Behavior Analysis in Practice, 13(2),492-501. doi: 10.1007/s40617-019-00399-6. PMID: 32647606; PMCID: PMC7314883.
You can find more information about CentralReach's ABA Knowledge Builder here. This platform is designed to prepare individuals for behavior analyst certification and supports career development, focusing on creating a robust test prep solution for aspiring BCBAs, BCaBAs, and RBTs. It offers a variety of resources including unlimited mock exams and individualized curriculum based on the BACB® task list.
Additionally, for broader educational resources and ongoing professional development, CentralReach Institute provides a platform that includes a learning management system, a course library with continuing education units, and more. More information about CentralReach Institute can be found here.
This episode of "The Behavioral View" features a discussion on apprenticeship models in behavioral analysis, focusing on the system used by Behavioral Innovations. The conversation covers the structure and benefits of apprenticeships, mentorship, and professional development in the field of behavior analysis. Ethical considerations and organizational strategies for implementing effective training programs are also discussed.
To earn CEUs for listening, click here, log in or sign up, pay the CEU fee, + take the attendance verification to generate your certificate! Don’t forget to subscribe and follow and leave us a rating and review.
Show Notes
References and Resources:
- Clear, J. (2018). Atomic habits : tiny changes, remarkable results : an easy & proven way to build good habits & break bad ones. Avery, an imprint of Penguin Random House.
- Hemingway, E. (1952). The Old Man and the Sea. Charles Scribner's Sons.
- Kazemi, E. & Shapiro, M. & Kavner, A.(2015). Predictors of intention to turnover in behavior technicians working with individuals with autism spectrum disorder. Research in Autism Spectrum Disorders. 17, 106-115. 10.1016/j.rasd.2015.06.012.
- Pharaon, V. (2023). The origins of you : how breaking family patterns can liberate the way we live and love. G.P. Putnam’s Sons.
- Shapiro, M. & Kazemi, E. (2017). A Review of Training Strategies to Teach Individuals Implementation of Behavioral Interventions. Journal of Organizational Behavior Management. 37, 32-62. 10.1080/01608061.2016.1267066.
- Silverstein, S. (1964). The Giving Tree. Harper & Row.
- Wine B, Osborne MR, Newcomb ET. (2020). On Turnover in Human Services. Behavior Analysis in Practice, 13(2),492-501. doi: 10.1007/s40617-019-00399-6. PMID: 32647606; PMCID: PMC7314883.
You can find more information about CentralReach's ABA Knowledge Builder here. This platform is designed to prepare individuals for behavior analyst certification and supports career development, focusing on creating a robust test prep solution for aspiring BCBAs, BCaBAs, and RBTs. It offers a variety of resources including unlimited mock exams and individualized curriculum based on the BACB® task list.
Additionally, for broader educational resources and ongoing professional development, CentralReach Institute provides a platform that includes a learning management system, a course library with continuing education units, and more. More information about CentralReach Institute can be found here.
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Show Notes
References and Resources:
- Gerhardt, P. F., Bahry, S., Driscoll, N. M., Cauchi, J., Mason, B. K., & Deshpande, M. (2023). Adulthood begins in preschool: Meaningful curriculum in support of increased independence for individuals with autism. International Electronic Journal of Elementary Education, 15(3), 213-223. Retrieved from https://eric.ed.gov/?id=EJ1391363 Teaching Language to Children with Autism or Other Developmental Disabilities and other works by James Partington can be found here: https://partingtonbehavioranalysts.com/products/teaching-language-to-children-with-autism-or-other-developmental-disabilities To learn more about CR Lifted: https://centralreach.com/blog/centralreach-special-education-data-collection-rebrand/
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