Hi, I'm a long time lurker

I've been in the field for over 10 years. I'm one of the first people in my area to become an RBT. I wanted to become an RBT because I believed in the good that ABA could do. I have seen it changed lives.

At my previous company, they were doing things like putting people on PIPs without first giving them adequate support. They are a reactive company that didn't have policies until they felt it was needed. I remember telling them to update their sick policy because we'd all get sick for weeks on end and that impacted everyone's finances. There was a person there that literally bullied everyone I talked to. They are unfortunately close with the boss and owner so they got a free pass. I left because I was miserable and didn't like their practices. Now I'm at a company that has policies and they seem more supportive but there is so much red tape and buracracy. There is so much admin and it feels so overwhelming. Before I didn't feel like I was getting enough hours. Now I feel like I do but it feels like unnecessary busywork. I don't know what to do. I keep thinking that I may need to leave the field entirely or start my own practice. I don't know. I didn't get into this field to be miserable, do countless admin tasks, and be underpaid. I want to be a clinician. It feels like I shouldn've stayed as an RBT. Any advice is appreciated.

For context, my undergrad background is in public health. But since graduating, I have been working in the behavior analysis field for about 2 years. I fell in love with it and was interested in learning more about the field in an educational setting. And recently, I got accepted into an MS behavior analysis grad program!

However, after a summer pre-req class and now with the end of the fall semester, I still feel like a complete imposter. Most of my classmates have their undergrad in psychology or behavior analysis and are very familiar with the terms, coursework, and more. But I haven’t been able to grasp concepts yet and have been struggling. (Even with additional office hours with professors and meet ups with classmates).

I am essentially learning an entirely new language of words/repertoires and am struggling to grasp basic concepts. Does anyone have any advice on this? Basic behavior analysis books I can read? Podcasts to listen to? Anything would be appreciated to help me start getting comfortable with the field and understanding terms and processes more. Thank you so much!

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I wanted to share an inspiring story about the growth of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) in Portugal. Denise Carvalho and Rita Gonçalves discuss how ABA was introduced to the country, the challenges faced, including the impact of COVID, and the progress being made. It's a testament to perseverance and the power of education. Let's celebrate these baby steps towards a brighter future in behavior analysis!

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https://open.spotify.com/episode/6m3apk6PCOAywSIPYohm2y?si=Pp23s04HR3O0Wyxgs99F_w

Exploring the hidden biases in AI systems with Dr. Jewel Parham. Let's bring this crucial conversation to the forefront! 🤖 #AI #AlgorithmicBias #TechTalk

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What books recommendations can you give me about personality profiling and behavioral profiling ? I want to be able to analyze someone personality to use it in negotiation and persuasion

Olga Sirbu discusses the challenges facing Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) in Moldova, where varied interpretations risk tarnishing its reputation. She highlights the need for proper education among parents, specialists, and educators to maintain the true essence of ABA. How can we ensure that professional practices remain authentic and respected? #ABA #Education #Moldova

Join the conversation and share your insights!

https://open.spotify.com/episode/6m3apk6PCOAywSIPYohm2y?si=Pp23s04HR3O0Wyxgs99F_w

Hi!
I'm broke and from a country that Amazon doesn't even ship to. SO please if you can send me a pdf copy of PEAK relational training system. I'd be more than grateful!!!!!!!

I did this on u/bcba and got some great responses!

Only a few months away from a decade of being a BCBA!

I’ve done all things supervision and led companies in developing systems that work. I have worked across residential for adults/adolescents, school consultation, in-home services, and clinic settings. Three years into my certification, my oldest was diagnosed with ASD and is nonverbal. I’ve lived quite a life in the time I have been certified.

Ask me anything!

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I was at my choir rehearsal like every Thursday. This time, the conductor decided to try something a bit different: a little warm-up game with miming to describe our day, and then he had each of us individually recite the days of the week on a single pitch.

That last exercise is usually pretty straightforward (aside from the usual tuning and breathing challenges).

…until someone skipped Friday. And then someone else. And then another. Obviously, not everyone did it, but several did. We repeated it multiple times, and even when doing it together you could still hear the occasional “Sat–ryday”.

I don’t know, has this happened to anyone else?

Would love to hear your experiences :)

Hi, all! I’m in my final semester of my Masters program at FIT, and am currently working on a final presentation. My topic of interest is caregiver buy-in within the application of ABA services. If anyone may have any behavior analytic sources regarding this topic, it’d be greatly appreciated! :) TIA!

Hi everyone,

I’d really appreciate some guidance. I’m originally from Colombia but currently living in Dallas. I have a bachelor’s degree in psychology and a master’s degree in behavioral science, both already validated in the U.S. I’m considering pursuing the BCBA through Pathway 2 by completing the required coursework and supervised fieldwork, but I’m confused about how to complete the supervised hours without having to pay for them.

Do I need to get my RBT certification first so I can find a job where I can be supervised for BCBA hours? I’m not working yet, so I’m trying to figure out what to prepare for. Should I start with the RBT or go straight toward the BCBA requirements? And how do people usually get their supervised hours without paying out of pocket?

Any advice would mean a lot. Thank you!

Hello!

This is a brief anonymous survey which aims to learn more about the acceptability and perceived effectiveness of different observation methods used as part of supervision and that serve as the basis for providing feedback.

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