Association for Behavior Analysis International

This meeting is for those interested in the interface of behavior analysis and the court/legal system including service as an expert witness, examination of defendants to determine competence and responsibility, issues related to trial preparation, testimony, direct and cross examination, etc.

The purpose of the meeting is for the executive council and membership to meet and manage any BAAMS agenda items, which may include budget review, voting, and planning.

Positive behavior support (PBS), a systems approach, uses behavioral principles to redesign environmental contexts that enhance quality of life while decreasing problem behavior and increasing socially valid replacement behavior. Behavior analysts involved in PBS operate within various levels from providing direct supports to individuals to applying principles to broad systems (e.g., organizations, schools). The Positive Behavior Support Special Interest Group provides a forum for behavior analysts to discuss issues relevant to the profession.

During the past decade, Applied Behavior Analysis has grown substantially in mainland China. However, as a growing profession, there is a need for qualified behavior analysts who not only have the knowledge and skills to practice, but also adhere to the professional and ethical guidelines to provide quality care to clients. One way to satisfy this need is to have more people undergo the appropriate course sequence and be certified as behavior analysts. The purpose of this meeting is to provide an update about the current status of board-approved Applied Behavior Analysis training course in mainland China.

The NYSABA business meeting is held so that representatives of the NYSABA Board can update attendees on the activities of NYSABA over the past year and goals and activities for the future. Topics discussed include committee reports, legislative issues, NYSABA activities at the ABAI conference, NYSABA activities throughout the state, ongoing CEU opportunities as well as other topics affecting behavior analysts in the state of New York. Audience questions will be encouraged.

ORABA is an approved chapter of the Association for Behavior Analysis International (ABAI), an affiliate of the Association for Professional Behavior Analysts (APBA), and an approved CEU provider by the Behavior Analyst Certification Board (BACB). --- We encourage the understanding of all aspects of behavior analysis and serve as a professional resource group for those who embrace and practice behavior analytic interventions. We support the design and implementation of evidence based practice to improve the lives of Oregonians. -- This meeting will be focused on updates and current events in Oregon as they relate to the practice of ABA. We will also discuss strategies to disseminate information to a wider population in Oregon, and strategies to best meet our members' needs during the upcoming year.

All Spanish speaking ABAI members are invited to participate, share and exchange information at this meeting. Join us to learn what is happening in the Spanish speaking community of ABAI.

This meeting is intended for current and prospective members of the Practitioner Issues in Behavior Analysis SIG. We will discuss relevant issues of concern regarding practice issues for behavior analysts and possible ways in which the SIG can support these issues for individuals or practice groups to better serve the public. This may include such topics as expanding ABA services to different client populations, insurance issues and updates, and policy matters. We will also hold a vote for offices for the SIG for the coming year.