In today's "Day in the Life Series" edition of the BT Focus Podcast, we sit down with Rex! Rex shares with great passion how he transitioned from a career in sales to a career as a behavior technician and how that has evolved to now pursuing his BCBA. He shares insight into how working as a behavior technician has helped him grow as a person, stude…

Happy Holidays BT Focus listeners! In today's mini-episode, we reflect on the close of 2021 and Season 1 of the podcast. Listen as we recap highlights from the past year and share what listeners can expect in the year ahead! Got a question, comment, or feedback for Season 2?! Let us know at btfocus@centriahealthcare.com - Happy New Years!…

In this episode, we are joined by BT guest hosts Dan Jones & Victoria Deshazor to continue our review of the RBT Task List - 2nd Edition! This episode explores the following Task List items under section "C. Skill Acquisition:" C-8 - Implement stimulus control transfer procedures You will hear real-life scenarios, relevance to practice, and some pr…

In this episode, we are joined by BT guest hosts Dan Jones & Victoria Deshazor to continue our review of the RBT Task List - 2nd Edition! This episode explores the following Task List items under section "C. Skill Acquisition:" C-7 Implement discrimination training You will hear real-life scenarios, relevance to practice, and some practical test pr…

Show note - This episode is a rebroadcast. Originally aired March 6, 2021. In today's episode, we have a roundtable discussion with three incredible BT guests centered around our March BT Team Meeting core value of "Sharp." You will hear from the group, as well as listener submissions, on what this core value means as a behavior technician, how it'…

Show note - This episode is a rebroadcast. Originally aired July 30, 2021. Welcome to the "Day in the Life Series" presented by the BT Focus Podcast! Today we meet Elise and hear her BT story. We follow her journey from a background in microbiology and geriatrics to her current role as an RBT providing ABA services - with excellent advice, perspect…

In this episode, we are joined by BT guest hosts Dan Jones & Victoria Deshazor to continue our review of the RBT Task List - 2nd Edition! This episode explores the following Task List items under section "C. Skill Acquisition:" C-6 Implement task analyzed chaining procedures You will hear real-life scenarios, relevance to practice, and some practic…

In today's "ABA FAQ's" edition of the BT Focus Podcast, we explore the behavioral principles of "extinction" and "extinction bursts," their relationship to problem behavior reduction, and why it's true that sometimes it appears that "things get a bit worse before they get better." We'll unpack the defining features of each term, provide relevant ex…

In this episode, we are joined by BT guest hosts Dan Jones & Victoria Deshazor to continue our review of the RBT Task List - 2nd Edition! This episode explores the following Task List items under section "C. Skill Acquisition:" C-5 Implement naturalistic teaching procedures (e.g., incidental teaching) You will hear real-life scenarios, relevance to…

Welcome to our first installment of "ABA FAQ's", where we explore commonly asked questions about ABA and the behavior technician role! Today we explore the foundational topics of positive and negative reinforcements, including: - How can we define something as "reinforcement"? - What is the difference between "positive" and "negative" reinforcement…

In this week's episode, we review the foundational procedure of ABC data collection! Learn key features, best practices, and pro tips of this fundamental data collection procedure!By Centria Autism

In this episode, we are proud to announce the launch of the Centria Team Member Support Center! This team is dedicated to providing exceptional customer support to our employees to achieve faster, easier, and more streamlined solutions. We sit down with Tom Cattel and Norman Hartman who have played an instrumental role in the launch of the Support …

In collaboration with the Centria Ethics Committee, we explore our October Ethics topic of "giving and receiving feedback" related to the RBT Ethics Code 2.0 section: 2.03 - RBTs conduct themselves in a professional manner during all work activities (e.g., delivering services, receiving training or supervision). They take action to improve their pe…

In this episode, we are joined by BT guest hosts Dan Jones & Victoria Deshazor to continue our review of the RBT Task List - 2nd Edition! This episode explores the following Task List items under section "C. Skill Acquisition:" C-4 Implement discrete-trial teaching procedures You will hear real-life scenarios, relevance to practice, and some practi…

Welcome to a special "Listener Mailbag" episode where we answer your questions! Today's question: "What are some career path advancement opportunities as a BT?" Areas we explore: Pursuing your RBT certification within your current behavior technician role (Hint! Subscribe to our "RBT Mini Series" to learn more!) Considering a BCaBA or BCBA certific…

In this episode, we are joined by BT guest hosts Dan Jones & Victoria Deshazor to continue our review of the RBT Task List - 2nd Edition! This episode explores the following Task List items under section "C. Skill Acquisition:" C-3 Use contingencies of reinforcement (e.g., conditioned/unconditioned reinforcement, continuous/intermittent schedules).…

Welcome to the "Day in the Life Series" presented by the BT Focus Podcast! Today we meet Haley and hear her BT story. She shares what drew her to the role of a behavior technician, perspectives she keeps to stay motivated and recharged each day, and we close by talking about the importance of play in learning. BTs interested in participating in the…

Welcome to a very special Back-to-School "Mailbag" edition of the BT Focus podcast! We answer your listener submitted questions including: - What advice do you have to overcome therapy distractions? - What advice do you have to deal with regression? - What insight do you have to address challenging behaviors? - What strategies do you have to teach …

Welcome to the "Day in the Life Series" presented by the BT Focus Podcast! Today we meet Merisa and hear her BT story. We follow her journey outside the field inspired by a passion for psychology, to entering the field of ABA as a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT). We share which perspectives allow Merisa to overcome obstacles and teach from a p…

Welcome to the "Day in the Life Series" presented by the BT Focus Podcast! Today we meet Merisa and hear her BT story. We follow her journey outside the field inspired by a passion for psychology, to entering the field of ABA as a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT). We share which perspectives allow Merisa to overcome obstacles and teach from a p…

Join us for our August Clinical Topic of the Month - Natural Environment Teaching (NET)! We are joined by Ian McGarvey in Part 1 to discuss core elements of NET and steps to implement NET into your practice. In Part 2, we explore additional practical tips and takeaways to incorporate into your sessions! Interested in contributing to the BT Focus Po…

Join us for our August Clinical Topic of the Month - Natural Environment Teaching (NET)! We are joined by Ian McGarvey in Part 1 to discuss core elements of NET and steps to implement NET into your practice. In Part 2, we explore additional practical tips and takeaways to incorporate into your sessions! Interested in contributing to the BT Focus Po…

In collaboration with the Centria Ethics Committee, we're joined by Committee members and Centria BCBAs Jonathan Yelland and Kristina Grubbs to discuss the upcoming transition to the RBT Ethics Code (2.0) beginning January 2022. We discuss helpful takeaways and relevance to practice for several new code additions, as well as key resources to suppor…

In this episode, we are joined by BT guest hosts Dan Jones & Logan Wurster to continue our review of the RBT Task List - 2nd Edition! This episode explores the following Task List items under section "C. Skill Acquisition:" C-2 Prepare for the session as required by the skill acquisition plan You will hear real-life scenarios, relevance to practice…

We are joined by guest hosts Dan Jones & Logan Wurster to share a special announcement and future test-prep resources for Centria behavior technicians pursuing their RBT certification! We are excited to announce this upcoming team member-exclusive resource - stay tuned to hear of its launch, coming this fall! Questions, Comments, or Feedback? We'd …

Welcome to the "Day in the Life Series" presented by the BT Focus Podcast! Today we meet Elise and hear her BT story. We follow her journey from a background in microbiology and geriatrics to her current role as an RBT providing ABA services - with excellent advice, perspectives, and encouragement along the way! BTs interested in participating in t…

In Part 4 of our four-part series on Discrete Trial Teaching (DTT) "Pro Tips", we meet with Ian McGarvey to discuss the important considerations BTs should take after DTT instructional programming. Join us for all four episodes as we walk you step by step through DTT, noting key insights and tips to elevate your practice: before, during, and after …

In Part 3 of our four-part series on Discrete Trial Teaching (DTT) "Pro Tips", we meet with Ian McGarvey to discuss the important considerations BTs should take during DTT instructional programming. Join us for all four episodes as we walk you step by step through DTT, noting key insights and tips to elevate your practice: before, during, and after…

In Part 2 of our four-part series on Discrete Trial Teaching (DTT) "Pro Tips", we meet with Ian McGarvey to discuss the important considerations BTs should take leading up to DTT instructional programming. Join us for all four episodes as we walk you step by step through DTT, noting key insights and tips to elevate your practice: before, during, an…

In Part 1 of our four-part series on Discrete Trial Teaching (DTT) "Pro Tips", we meet with Ian McGarvey to discuss the important features, rationale, and benefits of DTT. Join us for Parts 2-4 as we walk you step by step through DTT, noting key insights and tips to elevate your practice: before, during, and after conducting DTT with your learners.…

In today's episode, we are joined by Centria Chief Clinical Officer Timothy Yeager, as well as BCBAs Jonathan Yelland and Kristina Grubbs to discuss the exciting launch of the Centria Ethics Committee. We explore the important "why" behind this initiative, core functions it will serve, as well as clinical perspectives and what team members can expe…

Welcome to the "Day in the Life Series" presented by the BT Focus Podcast! We continue our conversation with Emilee and discuss her initial reflections once entering the field from another profession. We also explore how embracing questions can serve as a critical means for professional growth. Listen to Part 1, as we discuss topics ranging from ov…

Welcome to the "Day in the Life Series" presented by the BT Focus Podcast! Today we meet Emilee and hear her BT story. In Part 1, we discuss topics ranging from overcoming professional doubt, the critical role of self-care while working as a behavior technician, and how vulnerability and transparency allow each of us to achieve our fullest potentia…

In this episode, we are joined by BT guest hosts Dan Jones & Logan Wurster to continue our review of the RBT Task List - 2nd Edition! This episode explores the following Task List items under section "C. Skill Acquisition:" C-1 Identify the essential components of a written skill acquisition plan. You will hear real-life scenarios, relevance to pra…

In this episode, we are joined by returning guests Dan Jones & Logan Wurster to continue our review of the RBT Task List - 2nd Edition! This episode explores the following Task List item under section "B. Assessment:" B3 - Assist with functional assessment procedures You will hear real-life scenarios, relevance to practice, and some practical test …

In this episode, we are joined by BT guest hosts Dan Jones & Logan Wurster to continue our review of the RBT Task List - 2nd Edition! This episode explores the following Task List items under section "B. Assessment:" B2 - Assist with individualized assessment procedures You will hear real-life scenarios, relevance to practice, and some practical te…

In this episode, we are joined by BT guest hosts Dan Jones & Logan Wurster to continue our review of the RBT Task List - 2nd Edition! This episode explores the following Task List items under section "B. Assessment:" B1 - Conduct preference assessments You will hear real-life scenarios, relevance to practice, and some practical test prep questions …

A special announcement and invitation to our "Day in the Life" Series! This feed will be specifically dedicated to sharing the stories, journeys, and perspectives of our behavior technicians in the field and their role in providing life-changing ABA services. To share your story and be a part of this series, email us at btfocus@centriahealthcare.co…

This week we explore a BONUS episode of May Clinical Topic of Functional Communication Training (FCT) - Part 2! In today's episode, we discuss how to arrange your environment for successful mand training, how BTs can collect data on this behavior, how to advance and extend this life-changing skill, and much more! Interested in contributing to the B…

In this episode, we explore the May Clinical Topic of Functional Communication Training (FCT), specifically mand training. Join us for Part 1 of this discussion, where you will learn about the important role mand training plays in skill-building and problem behavior reduction, different forms of mands, how to select specific mands for teaching, and…

In today's episode, we're joined by an extra special guest to share a special Mother's Day message, hear your listener submitted feedback for upcoming episodes, and discuss "5 ABA Podcasts to Add to Your Playlist" (besides the BT Focus Podcast, of course!). Head on over to their pages and subscribe for some excellent content within our behavior ana…

In today's episode, we are joined again by BT's Victoria Deshazer and Dan Jones to discuss our May core value of "Situational Ownership." We discuss the many ways that behavior technicians work to embody this core value through active problem solving, strategic thinking, and personal accountability. We share some personal stories and shared experie…

As the month of April comes to a close, our team shares some reflections on what Autism Awareness Month means to them and how advancements within ABA continue to enable optimal outcomes in the lives of the clients and families that we are privileged to serve. We're joined by Ian McGarvey, MA, BCBA to discuss the April Clinical Topic of "Instruction…

In this episode, we sit down with RBT Dan Jones to continue our review of the RBT Task List - 2nd Edition! This episode explores the following Task List items under section "A. Measurement:" A6 - Describe behavior and environment in observable and measurable terms You will hear real-life scenarios, relevance to practice, and some practical test pre…

In this episode, we sit down with RBTs Taj Campbell and Logan Wurster to continue our review of the RBT Task List - 2nd Edition! This episode explores the following Task List items under section "A. Measurement:" A5 - Enter data and update graphs You will hear real-life scenarios, relevance to practice, and some practical test prep questions to sup…

In today's episode, we have a discussion with RBT guest Dan Jones (TX) centered around our April BT Team Meeting core value of "Relationship-Oriented." We discuss how relationships are at the core of all that we do as BTs and RBTs. We also dive into the classic "How to Win Friends & Influence People" text by Dale Carnegie to see what interpersonal …

In this episode, we sit down with RBTs Taj Campbell and Logan Wurster to continue our review of the RBT Task List - 2nd Edition! This episode explores the following Task List items under section "A. Measurement:" A4 - Implement permanent-product recording procedures You will hear real-life scenarios, relevance to practice, and some practical test p…

In this episode, we sit down with Ian McGarvey, MA, BCBA to continue our review of the RBT Task List - 2nd Edition! This episode explores the following Task List items under section "A. Measurement:" A3 - Implement discontinuous measurement procedures (e.g., partial & whole interval, momentary time sampling) You will hear real-life scenarios, relev…

In this episode, we are joined by special guests Taj Campbell, RBT (CA) & Ian McGarvey, BCBA (MI) to discuss our monthly clinical topic: Preference Assessments. We discuss the various ways you can "Ask, Observe, & Test" for preferred items as potential reinforcers. We discuss the importance of choice as a way to make therapy individualized, dignifi…