What is applied behavior analysis (ABA)?

comprehensive behavior and skills assessments conducted by a board certified behavior analyst (BCBA)
development of treatment and behavior intervention plan which targets the child’s social and learning environment
on-going collection, quantification, and analysis of direct observational data
on going and frequent assessment, analysis, and adjustments to treatment plan based on the progress of the learner
delivery of treatment protocol by trained behavioral instructors
comprehensive infrastructure for supervision provided by the BCBA to the behavioral instructor
direct support, consultation and training provided by the BCBA to the parents, family members, caregivers, and educators

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