Requirements to Become an ABA Therapist

Learning Outcomes

• Learning Outcomes

Understanding Autism Spectrum

• What Exactly is Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)?
• Understanding Autism Spectrum Disorder
• Diagnosing ASD
• Are there Known Causes of Autism?
• Key Challenges in ASD
• Verbal and Non-verbal Communication
• Indicators of Autism
• Comorbidities Associated with ASD
• Bibliography

Functions of Behaviors

• Examples of Access Behaviors
• Understanding Access Behaviors
• How Are Reinforcers Accessed?
• Socially Mediated Access
• Examples of Escape-Enforced Behaviors
• Understanding Modes of Escape
• Why Escape-Motivated Behaviors Happen
• Bibliography

Understanding the RBT Certification

• Certifications in ABA Therapy
• How Are BCBAs and RBTs Different?
• Requirements to Become an ABA Therapist
• Requirements to Become an ABA Therapist (Details)
• The Importance of RBTs
• How is Becoming an RBT Beneficial?
• The RBT Certification
• The Outline of the RBT Examination
• Bibliography

Getting Ready for the RBT Certification Exam

• Getting Ready for the RBT Certification
• Step 1: Completing the Coursework
• Who Covers the Cost of Training?
• Step 2 — Passing the RBT Competency Assessment
• Important Terms to Be Known About the Assessment
• Changes in the RBT Task List
• Taking the RBT Certification Exam
• Bibliography

Taking the RBT Certification Exam

• How to Prepare for the RBT Exam?
• Preparing for the RBT Examination
• The Outline of the RBT Examination
• How to Stay Focused while Taking the Exam?
• How Are Flashcards Useful in RBT Preparation?
• How to Avoid Mistakes in the RBT Exam?
• Retaking the RBT Exam
• Grading of the RBT Exam
• Bibliography

Lesson Summary

• Stereotypical Behaviors Associated with ASD
• Understanding Access Behaviors
• Important Changes in the RBT Task List