Chapter 1: What is Autism Spectrum Disorder? · Taking the RBT Certification Exam
How to Avoid Mistakes in the RBT Exam?
Common mistakes well-prepared candidates make and how to avoid them.
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Ch 1: What is Autism Spectrum Disorder?
Learning Outcomes
Understanding Autism Spectrum
Functions of Behaviors
Understanding the RBT Certification
Getting Ready for the RBT Certification Exam
Taking the RBT Certification Exam
How to Avoid Mistakes in the RBT Exam?
Even well-prepared candidates can lose points to avoidable errors. Watch out for the following pitfalls.
Common Mistakes
• Skimming questions and missing qualifiers like NOT, ALWAYS, or EXCEPT.
• Confusing similar concepts such as positive vs. negative reinforcement, or partial vs. whole interval recording.
• Ignoring ethical and professional conduct items, which carry real weight on the exam.
• Overstudying obscure topics while neglecting the core RBT Task List domains.
• Running out of time by spending too long on early questions.
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