ABA SUPERVISION
Are you interested in accumulating hours to sit for the BCBA exam?
There are many paths towards supervision. Many of us are interested in exploring behavioral science outside of a clinical setting--navigating the path less traveled can feel daunting! Applied Behavior Analysis celebrates accommodating diversity among learners; the same is true for aspiring behavior analysts. Not all of us want to travel down the same path and the good news is we don't have to! Below is a curated collection of information and resources to help you on your journey.
My Supervision Experience
My supervision experience began as a registered behavior technician (RBT) in a clinical setting where I implemented behavior intervention plans with toddlers living with Austism Spectrum Disorder. While this experience was crucial for me to relate ABA textbook concepts to real life scenarios and an excellent foundation for practical application, this was ultimately not the direction I wanted to take my career. Later, I would build off of this experience with supervision in an organizational behavior management (OBM) setting with Dr. Annie Baghdayan (Dr. B), an esteemed member of our community and great mentor. Dr. B is the director of the National Center for Disability Education & Training (NCDET). Her breadth of knowledge, experience, and passion for the Applied Behavior Analysis field is paralleled by few. She is an inspirational leader, supervisor, and mentor. Currently, I am hoping to complete my supervision hours in the second quarter of 2025.
Resources & Inspiration
Alternative Supervision Options to Consider
Step One: Find a supervisor who will work with you in your current setting (this may look like remote supervision and that's okay!)
Step Two: Evaluate your current work or volunteer environment. Is this your ideal setting for learning? If not, Applied Behavior Analysis and Organization Behavior Management can be applied in almost any setting. Determine where you want to be and get involved. The right supervisor will work with you in your desired setting and support your vision. Below are a few ideas for thinking outside the box.
Educational Setting:
As a paraprofessional or a teacher
Business Setting:
As an Organization Behavior Management (OBM) practitioner or intern
Intellectual Developmental Disability Setting (Non-Clinical):
As a camp counselor, job trainer, or support staff serving people living with disabilities
