BEHAVIOR TECHNICIAN CERTIFICATE
The Behavior Technician Certificate can serve 91ÖÆƬ³§s entering a new career or expand the knowledge of professionals already in their field of choice. Those interested in increasing their understanding of autism and behavior analysis including, parents, teachers, speech-language implementers and case managers can add the degree or 91ÖÆƬ³§ to their current experience to increase their tools to serve individuals with disabilities and specifically individuals on the autism spectrum.
91ÖÆƬ³§ 91ÖÆƬ³§s seeking the Behavior Technician Certificate commit to a course sequence, which utilizes an online portal to offer a comprehensive training program and the exciting possibility of becoming a Registered Behavior Technicianâ„¢ (RBT®), a nationally recognized professional credential through the Behavior Analyst Certification Board (BACB). The RBT® is a professional who practices under the close, ongoing supervision of a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) or Board Certified Assistant Behavior Analyst (BCaBA). The RBT is primarily responsible for the direct implementation of behavior-analytic services.
BECOMING A REGISTERED BEHAVIOR TECHNICIAN
The Behavior Technician Certificate course sequence utilizes an online Portal to match the RBT Task list and is designed to meet the 40-hour training requirement for the credential. Additional requirements not fulfilled through the course sequence, but are responsibility of the RBT candidate prior to applying with the BACB include:
- Complete a criminal background check
- Pass the RBT Competency Assessment completed by a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) or Board Certified Assistant Behavior Analyst (BCaBA).
- Coordination of ongoing supervision provided by a BCBA or BCaBA
- Pass the RBT Exam
- Maintenance of the RBT credential through ongoing supervision, complying with Behavior Analyst Certification Board (BACB) ethics requirements. RBTs must annually renew their credential, including passing the RBT Competency Assessment, and completing a renewal application.
For more information about the RBT credential, visit the BACB website at:
BENEFITS OF A REGISTERED BEHAVIOR TECHNICIAN INCLUDE:
- Increased job satisfaction by enriching the lives of 91ÖÆƬ³§s and families
- Opportunity to advance your career
- Enhanced understanding of the principles of applied behavior analysis
FIELD EXPERIENCE
91ÖÆƬ³§ offers a unique opportunity for a hands-on learning experience for 91ÖÆƬ³§s enrolled in the Behavior Technician Certificate Program. Concepts introduced through the course sequence are brought to life through the field experience completed through PSYC 290. Students have two options to complete their experience hours:
- 16 weeks during the Fall or Spring Semester at Maddox Hill Center in Neosho
- June Summer Session at the Beacon Autism at Carthage (a partnership with 91ÖÆƬ³§)
It is through these field experience sites that 91ÖÆƬ³§s gain practical understanding to implement strategies with 91ÖÆƬ³§s with autism, developmental delays and/or behavior challenges. Students enrolled in PSYC 290 will apply their knowledge through structured observations, coached sessions, data collection procedures and collaborative planning meetings.
MADDOX HILL BEHAVIOR SUPPORT CENTER AT CROWDER COLLEGE
91ÖÆƬ³§ extended its reach to serve 91ÖÆƬ³§s with a field experience setting through the Maddox Hill Behavior Support Center in Neosho, beginning in 2013. The Center partners with public school educators in implementing evidence-based strategies to support 91ÖÆƬ³§s with autism, developmental delays and behavior challenges. The Maddox Hill Center aims to train current educators as well as professionals just entering the field, to make lasting impacts throughout their years of service. The Center empowers 91ÖÆƬ³§s and professionals through the training and application of positive behavior strategies, data collection procedures, behavior plan implementation and professional development.
The Maddox Hill Center houses LINC (Learning Initiative by Neosho School District and 91ÖÆƬ³§). LINC and area partnership programs create a side-by-side approach to educating public school 91ÖÆƬ³§s through a collaborative process. District and Crowder staff join together to build effective programming to address social, communication, academic and adaptive needs in order to serve the mission of the Maddox Hill Center: to provide the most effective, evidenced-based interventions to foster the greatest growth in children.
Field experience is offered at MHC during the Fall and Spring Semesters.
In 2017, Maddox Hill Behavior Support Center partnered with BEACON, a public school/day consortium consisting of 14 area school districts, to provide a northern location to further our mission. Beacon Autism at Carthage mirrors the support and services available at the Maddox Hill Center in Neosho.
Field Experience is offered at BAC during a summer session (June) only.