The Ethical Behavior Analyst: Considerations of ACT in Practice

Hosted By: AzABA ACT/RFT SIG and AzABA Ethics Committee

Date: Tuesday, July 23, 2019

Time: 5:00-7:00pm (2 CEU's available)

Location: Tempe Public Library (3500 S Rural Rd Suite 202, Tempe, AZ 85282)

Panelists: Sarah Duarte, M.Ed, BCBA, LBA, Adam Hahs, BCBA-D, Ehren Werntz, MS, LBA, BCBA

Moderator: Carey Beranek, BCBA

Description: Acceptance and Commitment Training (ACT) has been shown to be an effective treatment strategy for a range of populations, including individuals with autism. Recent behavior analytic attention has been paid to ACT, as evidenced by a recent surge of behavior analytic training/workshops, curriculum materials and protocols, research publications, etc. While promising, limited information is currently available for practitioners to assess their integrity with implementing ACT with their clients. Similarly, behavior analysts have minimal resources to consider ethical conduct when implementing behavioral therapies in general, and ACT specifically. Therefore, the current panel will discuss relevant scope of practice for behavior analysts when implementing ACT in their practice. The goal of the panel is to provide attendees with insight into specific areas, to ensure ethical and quality implementation of ACT. The following topics will be discussed: implementation strategies, ethical considerations, and strategies for targeting private events.

Prices:
BCBA and Associate Members: $10
Non-Member: $20

Please note: no refunds will be processed after July 19, 2019.