Group training of applied behavior analysis knowledge competencies to community-based service providers for adults with developmental disabilities

We describe a training program to teach applied behavior analysis (ABA) knowledge competencies to paraprofessional staff (N = 47) at a habilitation services agency for adults with developmental disabilities. Before and following training, staff completed assessment of knowledge tests for three conte...

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Published in:International journal of behavioral and consultation therapy 2008-03, Vol.4 (1), p.41
Main Authors: Luiselli, James K, St. Amand, CarrieAnne, MaGee, Christine, Sperry, James M
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Adults
Behavior
Behavior Modification
Behavior Problems
Caregivers
Case Studies
Child development deviations
Contingency Management
Data Collection
Developmental Disabilities
Discussion (Teaching Technique)
Employee training
Group Instruction
Intervention
Knowledge Level
Learning Strategies
Measurement Techniques
Observation
Paraprofessional Personnel
Program Effectiveness
Prompting
Reinforcement
Scores
Teaching Methods
Training
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Summary:We describe a training program to teach applied behavior analysis (ABA) knowledge competencies to paraprofessional staff (N = 47) at a habilitation services agency for adults with developmental disabilities. Before and following training, staff completed assessment of knowledge tests for three content areas: basic learning principles, instructional strategies, and prompting and prompt-fading methods. Training was implemented in a group format that included a standardized curriculum, didactic presentation, case illustration, and directed discussion. Average tests scores (percent correct) for the three ABA knowledge competencies increased from pretraining to posttraining. Practical considerations relative to large-scale staff training are discussed. Keywords: staff training, applied behavior analysis, developmental disabilities
ISSN:1555-7855
1555-7855