A Board Certified Behavior Analyst® (BCBA®) is a graduate-level professional who can independently provide behavior analytics services (BACB, n.d.).
Earned a master’s degree or higher
Been Certified by the Behavior Analyst Certification Board®
For more information: https://www.bacb.com/bcba/
Conducts intial assessments, identifies functional behavior targets, writes and contributes to individualized plans, trains staff, analyzes progress data, and modifies strategies to address behavior. Requires a graduate level degree or higher and certified by the Behavior Analyst Certification Board®
Works face to face or more directly with individual receiving behavior services. Records real time data and implements behavior plans as directed by a behavior analyst. Requires at least a high school diploma.
Professional Development
MTSS (including PBIS) & other Procedures for Behavior Initiatives
Evidence-Based Program Selection
Strategic Planning and Systems Evaluation
Systems Development & Implementation
Professional Development & Staff Coaching
Program Development & Implementation
Individual & Group Interventions
Classroom Behavior Systems
Family Training
Direct Student Services through Behavior Student Support
Data Collection & Assessment
FBA and BIP Development
IEP Input