Same Credential, Different World: The Unique Role of BCBAs in Schools
This presentation provides an introductory overview of the unique variables that impact. Applied Behavior Analysis in schools and how the role of a BCBA changes across educational settings. Participants will explore how school environments, classroom realities, staff responsibilities, and educational systems influence the implementation and success of behavior supports. The session will emphasize the importance of collaboration, sustainability, and contextual fit when supporting students in schools and will encourage continued learning related to ABA in educational settings.
Speaker Name
Ashley Patton, MS, BCBA
Course Objectives
By the end of this course, learners will be able to:
Identify key differences between clinical ABA settings and educational settings
Describe variables within school environments that impact the implementation of behavior supports
Explain why behavior interventions may fail when they do not fit classroom realities and staff capacity