flashcards module 1-2
Application of behavioral principles to change socially significant behavior
Applied behavior analysis
BACB stands for
behavior analysis certification board
the credentialing body for the field of behavior analysis
BACB
Credentials overseen by the BACB
RBT, BCaBA,BCBA,BCBA-D
A document from the BACB that provides the minimum knowledge and skills of an RBT
RBT task list
BACB credentialed individual whose role typically includes the delivery of services/treatment under the direction of a BACB approved supervisor
RBT
List of RBTs and their supervisor on the BACB website
RBT registry
An enforceable document that provides ethical rules for individuals with an RBT credential
RBT ethics code
The RBT code element that states that RBTs have an obligation to remain familiar with the code
1.02
7 dimensions or characteristics of ABA
Applied, Behavioral, analytic, technological, effective, conceptually, systematic, generalization
focuses on behavior that is important to the individual and society
applied
observable and measurable behavior as the target for change
behavior
determining the effect of the environment on behavior through systematic manipulations
Analytic
procedures are clearly and precisely described
technological
effects of the intervention are large enough to make a difference in the consumer’s life
effective
procedures are linked to the basic principles of behavior
conceptually systematic
behavior change maintains across time, transfers to other settings and situations, spreads to other behaviors
generality
behaviors that are problematic because they occur too much
behavioral excesses
behaviors that are problematic because they do not occur enough
behavioral deficits
a classification and diagnostic tool typically used by medical professionals and psychologists
DSM-V
DSM-V stands for
Diagnostic and statistical manual of mental disorders
use of procedures that have been studied with strong experimental designs; results have been replicated, peer-reviewed, and published
evidence-based practice
