The field of Behaviour Analysis grew out of the scientific study of principles of learning and behaviour. It has two main branches: experimental and Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA).
The experimental analysis of behaviour is the basic science of this field and has over many decades accumulated a substantial and well-respected body of research literature. This literature provides the scientific foundation for applied behaviour analysis, which is both an applied science that develops methods of changing behaviour and a profession that provides services to meet diverse behavioural needs.
Professionals in ABA engage in the specific and comprehensive use of principles of learning in order to address behavioural needs of widely varying individuals in diverse settings (www.BACB.com). Board Certified Behaviour Analysts are credentialed through the Behavior Analyst Certification Board®, Inc. (BACB). Supervision for those pursuing certification through the (BACB) is available to Instructor Therapists working with Quinte Assessment and Treatment Group.
Applications……
Applied Behaviour Analysis is used to build the skills and achievements of children in school and community settings; enhance the development, abilities, and choices of children and adults with different kinds of disabilities including Autism Spectrum Disorder; and augment the performance and satisfaction of employees in organizations and businesses.
In the home and community…..
Some parents, caregivers and support staff are responsible for caring for people with complex needs and challenging behaviours that are interfering with the person’s daily activities and involvement in their community. Typical challenges include aggression, self-injury, property destruction, feeding, sleeping, toileting, and ritualistic or repetitive behaviours. Individuals supported include individuals with developmental disabilities, autism spectrum disorder, and dual diagnosis.
Behavioural consultation services based on the principles of ABA are available for parents, caregivers and other professionals who are finding it difficult to manage the child or person they are supporting with complex needs and challenging behaviours.