On today’s episode, I’m joined by Allyson Wharam, BCBA, instructional designer, and founder of Sidekick Learning. Allyson is the creator of one of the most comprehensive and thoughtfully designed 40-hour RBT courses I’ve come across. Her background in instructional design brings a fresh and interactive approach to RBT and BCBA training.

We talk about how the RBT certification has grown rapidly and why quality training is more important than ever. Allyson explains what goes into becoming an RBT and how her course supports new professionals with engaging, person-centered content. We also dive into how BCBAs can feel unprepared when stepping into supervisory roles and how her supervision curriculum fills that gap.

Whether you're a clinic owner, new BCBA, or someone supporting trainees, this conversation is full of helpful insight on training, supervision, and compassionate care.

Allyson also shares details on our upcoming collaboration. On August 19, I’ll be presenting a free live CEU course on joint attention through Sidekick Learning, and I’d love for you to join us.

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What’s Inside:

• What makes Allyson’s 40-hour RBT course unique
• The steps to RBT certification and required competencies
• Why supervision is a challenge for new BCBAs and how to support them
• Integrating compassion and social validity into training content

Mentioned in this episode:
Sidekick Learning
Supervision Sidekick on Instagram
Allyson Wharam on LinkedIn
ABA Speech Connection
Free CEU on Joint Attention – August 19
RBT Training Use coupon code: ABASPEECH