COURSES FOR A CAUSE
Courses for a Cause is a continuing education initiative offered by Brian Conners, BCBA, LLC to provide online self-paced, asynchronous courses taught by leading experts in the field of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) while supporting different organizations that are aligned with the mission of Brian Conners, BCBA, LLC. Therefore, 20% of proceeds from each continuing education purchase will be donated to the following organizations so you can feel good about your purchase further supporting the dissemination of the science of ABA:
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current course offerings
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OBM PRACTICES FOR BEHAVIOR ANALYSTS AS BUSINESS OWNERS
Instructed by: Manuel "Manny" Rodriguez, M.S., BCBA
BACB CEUS: 3.5 (2.5 Learning: General and 1 Ethics)
Abstract: For many practitioners, we are faced with challenges related to staff performance, productivity and efficiency, business related matters, and complex change across the organization we work for or lead. Fortunately, there exists within our own field research- based practice in the context of the workplace, namely organizational behavior management (OBM). For decades now, OBM practitioners and researchers have identified a series of tools and techniques to improve and sustain human performance in organizational settings. Many ABA practitioners do not get educated or trained in OBM formally, and over the last several years many OBM practitioners have begun introducing OBM to the ABA clinical practitioner to close the gap. The focus of this 3.5 credit CEU workshop is to provide OBM practices for ABA practitioners who are interested or are already pursuing launching their own business. The learning objectives for this workshop are to: (1) Identify the four core OBM concepts and principles for the business owner; (2) List the challenges for each core concept and principle and potential solutions to resolve the challenges; (3) List the common performance challengers ABA companies face and research based solutions; (4) List the 5 P’s of an OBM Project.; (5) Review how to apply the 7 dimensions of ABA to an OBM work scope; (6) Review a stage gate approach to managing an OBM project; (7) Review various practices in running an ABA company ethically; (8) Identify organizational systems to support the practitioner and the business; (9) Understand common issues ABA business owners ask about and how to address them from an OBM and business perspective.
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ENSURING CULTURAL COMPETENCE, CULTURAL HUMILITY, AND SENSITIVITY AMONG BEHAVIOR ANALYSTS: ATTENDING TO MULTICULTURALISM AND DIVERSITY ISSUES IN SERVICE PROVISION
Instructed by: Mary Jane Weiss, Ph.D., BCBA-D, LABA
BACB CEUS: 4 Ethics Learning (General)
Abstract: Behavior analysts are just beginning to operationally define cultural competence, cultural humility, and cultural sensitivity in service provision. It is important for behavior analysts to understand the ways in which cultural variables broadly and specifically impact the development of collaborative relationships with families, and impact all of our professional interactions and relationships. In this talk, we will review how the Professional and Ethical and Compliance Code for Behavior Analysts guides practitioners in this important realm. We will also review resources from other fields that help identify core commitments, aspirational ideals, and target behaviors to develop a repertoire of cultural humility skills. In addition, the skills needed for successfully navigating these challenges will be discussed. Implications for teaching, training, and supervision will be highlighted. Learning Objectives include: 1. Participants will identify sections of the Code that specify the need for cultural humility and sensitivity in service provision 2. Participants will identify core skills necessary for the development of competence in multicultural service provision and for the development of a repertoire of culturally humble professional behavior 3. Participants will apply concepts and procedures to sample scenarios regarding service provision in this context 4. Participants will be introduced to samples of tools from other fields, and will consider how we can approach training and supervising behavior analysts in this area.
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BEHAVIOR ANALYSIS AND CULTURAL DIVERSITY: BEST PRACTICES
Instructed by: Adriana Rodriguez, M.A., BCBA
BACB CEUS: 1 Learning (General)
Abstract: In recent years, the topic of including diversity awareness within applied behavior analysis has been widely discussed. As we grow as a field, so is the diversity of individuals that we are likely to work with. Individuals from different parts of the world and with different values, beliefs, attitudes, etc. It is important to keep these differences in mind when working with our clients. The purpose of this presentation is to provide the viewer with specific skills that can be use when working with families with a diverse cultural background. Throughout the presentation, examples and current research on the topic as supplemental materials to the learning objectives will be introduced. Participants will be able to: (1) Define culture as behavior analysts; (2) Review the importance of understanding culture as a behavior analyst; (3) Develop cultural awareness skills; (4) Provide culture-centered interventions; and (5) Review current research in applied behavior analysis related to culture.
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BEHAVIOR ANALYSIS IN MAINSTREAM EDUCATION
Instructed by: Samantha Jade Parker BSc (Hons), MSc, PGDip, BCBA.
BACB CEUS: 1 Learning (General)
Abstract: This course outlines how to start to incorporate behaviour analysis into a mainstream education setting in the UK. This is based on my 5 years worth of experience working in education (October 2020). As a participant, you will gain some starting points for considering or starting to work in a mainstream or educational setting. We will look at contextual fit, preference assessments, school systems, examples of interventions, 1:1 sessions and several more relevant topics. This course would be beneficial for anyone who is considering or who is starting out in a mainstream or educational setting. Participants will gain some starting points for a BCBA who is considering/starting out in a mainstream or educational setting and learn to have an understanding of behaviour and the mainstream setting.
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