BT Focus

In this episode, we sit down with Ian McGarvey, MA, BCBA to begin our review of the RBT Task List - 2nd Edition!

This episode explores the following Task List items under section "A. Measurement:"

• A1 - Prepare for data collection
• A2 - Implement continuous measurement procedures (e.g. frequency, duration, latency, IRT)

You will hear real-life scenarios, relevance to practice, and some practical test prep questions to support you on the path to RBT certification!

Resources listed in this episode:

• "Training Manual for Behavior Technicians Working with Individuals with Autism" - by Jonathan Tarbox & Courtney Tarbox
• "Applied Behavior Analysis (2nd edition)" - by Cooper, Heron, & Heward

Welcome to the first episode of the BT Focus Podcast: RBT Mini-Series!

In today's episode, you will receive a general overview of the RBT certification, including:

• Why might one pursue an RBT certification?
• Who can become an RBT?
• How do you become an RBT?
• For Centria behavior technicians - Who do you contact if you have RBT questions?
• How to avoid common application mistakes
• Information on the RBT exam
• How to maintain your RBT certification
• ... and much more

Tune in for future episodes as we walk step by step through the 2nd edition RBT Task List, hear from fellow RBTs and clinicians in the field, and gather valuable study tips and resources on your path to becoming an RBT!

Resources listed in this episode:

• RBT Overview (BACB)
• RBT Handbook
• RBT Task List - 2nd edition
• RBT Initiation Competency Assessment
• "Inside the BACB Podcast" - Episode 4: RBT Certification and the First-ever RBT Handbook

In this episode, we are joined by Centria Regional Clinical Director, Ian McGarvey to discuss our monthly clinical topic: Positive Reinforcement.

We discuss the "Top 10" things you should know about positive reinforcement, including:

• How you can more effectively deliver reinforcement
• How the value of reinforcers change over time
• What it means to say that reinforcers are "function" based and how this applies to ABA therapy
• What the "ultimate goal" is for the delivery of reinforcement
• ... and much more!

In this episode, we sit down with Timothy Yeager, Vice President of Clinical Curriculum & Quality at Centria to discuss our new BT Team Meeting structure. We start with the "why" behind this important initiative and what it hopes to accomplish, details on the structure and what our team members can expect, and conclude with success stories and feedback from the field.

This episode is the last of a three-part "collaboration series" in partnership with our other Centria Podcast Network channels.

Today you will be listening to our "Three Host Contingency" podcast with hosts Timothy Yeager, Anne Boardman, and James Macon.  Our guest this week is Dr. John Austin, where we discuss the "repertoire" or skill set of a leader and how we hope to impart those behaviors across all of our clinical teams.

Check out more great work from our Three Host Contingency team here and be sure to subscribe!

This episode is the second of a three-part "collaboration series" in partnership with our other Centria Podcast Network channels.

Today you will be listening to our "Do Wonders Podcast" with host Timothy Yeager and guest Julia Pitroski, Behavior Technician.

Check out more great work from our Do Wonders team here and be sure to subscribe!

This episode is the first of a three-part "collaboration series" in partnership with our other Centria Podcast Network channels.

Today you will be listening to our "Do Wonders Podcast" with host Timothy Yeager and guest Marissa Deanne, Behavior Technician Specialist.

Check out more great work from our Do Wonders team here and be sure to subscribe!

In this "Special Announcements!" episode of the BT Focus Podcast, we share two new exciting initiatives for the feed heading into 2021.

First, we will be premiering two Centria original podcast series on the feed: "Do Wonders Podcast" hosted by Timothy Yeager, BCBA and VP of Clinical Curriculum & Quality at Centria - where you will learn about team members across the organization and how each contributes to our powerful mission of "helping every childing living with autism to develop, pursue, and achieve their own goals and dreams through high-quality ABA therapy and support."

Next, we will be showcasing the "Three Host Contingency" podcast hosted by Centria Clinical Leadership which focuses on key clinical initiatives throughout the organization in support of our clinicians, behavior technicians, and families.

Finally, we will be launching our first mini-series - all about the RBT Task List! Each week we will unpack each Task List item, its relevance to practice, key takeaways, and special challenges - a perfect listen for soon to be RBT test-takers and seasoned practitioners alike.

Let's Get Focused!

In our first ever episode of the "BT Focus Podcast," we are joined by Dr. Braden Josephson, BCBA-D, PhD and Brian Kaminski, MA, BCBA to describe the mission of the show, share listener-submitted feedback, and hear our first "BT Spotlight" with Alexandria Hughes.

We'd love to hear from you! Ideas, questions, or feedback can be shared at [email protected]. 

In our first "mini-episode" of the BT Focus Podcast, we are joined by Dr. Braden Josephson, PhD, BCBA-D and Brian Kaminski, MA, BCBA to discuss the origin of the BT Focus movement, future directions, and ways behavior technician listeners can get involved! Feedback or suggestions? Let us know at [email protected]