Intro to the Series - Tackling the Test
17 Oct 2023 by Kristin Myers-Kemp, PhD, BCBA-D, LBA-NY
Part 1
From Setback to Comeback: A Guide to a Successful Exam Retake
If you’re pursuing BACB® certification, few things are more discouraging than not passing the board exam. You’ve spent hundreds of hours and thousands of dollars on coursework, supervised fieldwork, and study materials—and a score under 400 can feel devastating. But let’s be clear: not passing is not the end.
Looking Forward: Cultivating Buy-in with Stakeholders
As a Board-Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA®), your role extends beyond supporting a client’s progress in the present—you are also responsible for helping shape a meaningful future.
Sex Education on the Spectrum: Ethics
Sex education is an essential aspect of human development, and teaching it effectively is crucial — especially for individuals on the autism spectrum. While this topic is vital, the ethical considerations surrounding it often pose significant challenges for educators and practitioners.
5 Steps to Be a Successful Leader: A Behavior Analytic Approach
In applied behavior analysis (ABA), we understand that behavior is shaped by the environment—and as a leader, you are a key part of your team's environment. Your behavior, your presence, and even your silence are variables that can influence employee behavior in meaningful ways, for better or worse.
Beyond Cost: Choosing Quality BCBA® Mock Exams
Preparing for the BCBA® exam represents a significant milestone in your behavior analysis career. After years of coursework, supervised fieldwork, and dedicated study, the exam stands as the final gateway to certification. It's no wonder that candidates seek every possible advantage in their preparation.
Is Control a Function of Behavior?
by Kira Flynn
Exploring the discourse in the field of applied behavior analysis
Certification Pathways, VCSs, & Accreditation: A Student's Guide
Navigating the pathways to Behavior Analyst Certification can be complex. This blog aims to clarify the certification process and help students understand their options.
Why Ethical Muscle Memory Matters
TYRA SELLERS, EMILY PATRIZI, AND SARAH LICHTENBERGERWonder what we mean when we talk about developing “ethics muscle memory”? That’s fair! Let us tell you.