Kentucky ABA
Affiliated in 2010 as a state chapter of ABAI.
Contact Info
- Keith Hersh
- Louisville, KY
- Phone: (502) 417-9830
- Fax: (502) 992-2413
- Kentucky ABA website
- Chapter News (September 2011)
Mission/Objectives
To advance awareness of, development of, and access to the practice of behavior analysis in the Commonwealth of Kentucky by:
- Encouraging the understanding of behavior analysis in academic, research, and the natural environments.
- Supporting the design and application of effective behavioral procedures to improve the quality of life of the citizens of Kentucky.
- Serving as a professional reference group for those who identify themselves as scientists or practitioners in disciplines that embrace the principles and practices of behavior analysis.
- Advising political, legislative, and policy-making bodies with respect to all matters pertaining to behavior analysis.
- Organizing colloquia, symposia, and conferences that shall serve as forums for the presentation of scientific and technological achievements and clinical practice, as well as for discussion of the affairs of the organization.
- Publishing and distributing information on behavior analysis.
Description of Membership
Full Membership: Master's in ABA or related field, BACB certification.
Affiliate Membership: Other fields, bachelor-level professionals, individuals who are interested in ABA.
Student Membership: For current students
Family Membership: For family members and individuals who are not professionals but are still interested in participating in KY-ABA events.
Annual or Recurring Events
KY-ABA held its first annual conference on March 18, 2011. We had approximately 75 attendees. The conference was an "open forum," as we hoped to increase attendance to more than just the individuals in the state who are already certified.
Newsletters/Publications
The KY-ABA newsletter is released 3 times a year.
Specifically of Interest to Behavior Analysts
There are many professional issues, particularly licensure and insurance, for which the chapter functions as a central hub for information.