A Case for a Mid-Tier Model and a Real Internship System

In the current ABA landscape, we have seen a steady increase in the need for ABA services throughout the United States. This demand has subsequently driven the need for BCBAs to provide that care. Current information says that ~50% of all BCBAs have had their certificate for less than 3 years.  This indicates that a majority of the workforce is new to the field. The Current system for training BCBAs lacks a uniform approach. This creates disjointed ability levels for newer BCBAs. The added pressure to jump right into a full caseload only exacerbates this problem.

During this event, we will explore the concept of an expanded mid-tier model to allow for more help on BCBA caseloads. Additionally, we will discuss how this would allow for a more effective Internship model to better train and prepare future BCBAs thus creating a better experience for the families we work with. We will take a new look at old problems and explore how shifting the paradigm could improve quality outcomes.

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