It's an amazing field. But for those interested FYI, if you don' t like working with children is going to be a really hard job to do; I see the struggle some professionals go thru everyday in my office. Again, it is not worth it if you don't like kids, and is not fear to them either, in fact you will do more damage than good. Many RBTs and BCBAs burnout just because they do not have the nurturing drive the job requires. On the other hand, there is a huge shortage of male professionals in this field and they are truly needed. Two last things, salaries are pretty good and there is no unemployment in this field.

@Joelschoolpsy

5 жыл бұрын

Thank you for your comment and telling us more about the field. I appreciate you giving advice as well. 😎

@alirizwan9941

Жыл бұрын

Thank you for your response, I am actually going to start my ABA course in September 2023. I am searching for career opportunities in this field and was bit confused about job opportunities. Your comment really helped me understand the situation. Thank you.

Great job! You got straight to the point and were informative.

Thank you for this video! New subscriber! Keep up the good content! 💜

@Joelschoolpsy

4 жыл бұрын

Hi Amber and thank you for watching and subscribing. I appreciate it. Please also let me know any questions you may have. 🙂

Great video! I'm starting my MSABA program this fall.

@Joelschoolpsy

4 жыл бұрын

Hi Nellie. Thank you for watching. I appreciate it. Also congrats on getting accepted and beginning your program. I hope you thoroughly enjoy your program. I have enjoyed my ABA classes. It is hard work but, you definitely learn a lot and the jobs are numerous. Please let me know if you have any questions. 🤝🏿

I love your videos! God bless you!

@Joelschoolpsy

5 жыл бұрын

Thank you. God bless you too. Please let me know if there is any videos you'd like to see. :)

Thank you so much for ur vid!👍🏻I have a school psych background towards a doctorate but exited with a M.Ed. To raise my children . Now I’m looking to get back into it and remembered my advisor talking about me being able to be a behavioral analyst ... I’ll be binge watching ur vids thank you for taking the time to make these you are a God send... what state are u in? I’m in Texas. Sorry if u mentioned this I looked below and found the online accreditation... I’ll rewatch ur video to see if you are taking these or doing it in the school ur currently in for school psychology . Thanks Again!

@Joelschoolpsy

5 жыл бұрын

Hi Azul. Thank you so much for your comment. I appreciate it. And I hope you are able to finish your education and pursue your doctorate and (or) BCBA. I am taking BCBA courses as a part of a certificate program that is separate from my school psych program but, some of the courses will transfer over into the school psych program..thankfully haha. Please let me know what other questions you may have.

Thank you for sharing this information, I am currently in a career transition and would love to learn a lot more about this, your video came up in my feed so I will look to see what additional videos you have created. In the meantime anyone care to share how to learn more about steps to take on how to acquire this certification, pleas share. I have a MA in Counseling Psychology.... This is very timely because literally just yesterday I came across 1 opportunity that mentioned this credential, it has my attention.

@Joelschoolpsy

4 жыл бұрын

Hi Getkonekted, thank you for watching and commenting. That's great that you're looking into the field of ABA. Since you have your masters; you can get into an ABA certification program which is about 21 hours or so. I have a few more videos on this. There are many on campus and online programs. Some of the rules change in 2022 for certification so I would check on the BACB website. Please let me know what other questions you may have. I'm happy to help with more information. 😎

Thanks for this video! I just started grad school for ABA!

@Joelschoolpsy

4 жыл бұрын

Hi. Thank you. I'm glad you enjoyed the video. Also, much fortune to you in your program. I hope you will enjoy your program and the field of behavior analysis. 😎

@PhD4me

4 жыл бұрын

What school are you attending. I'm looking for a Masters program as well.

I enjoyed this video. Thanks for sharing .

@Joelschoolpsy

4 жыл бұрын

Thank you Dom. I am working on improving these videos about ABA. Thank you for watching. I also checked out your channel. I enjoyed your videos. New sub here.

@domthebcbamom6679

4 жыл бұрын

Hey@@Joelschoolpsy, I'm glad you enjoyed my videos as well! this topic is needed.

Thank so much for your insight. I am currently looking to take the M.ED. route into this career path. I believe I will start working with the children then thinking about moving on to the adult population..

@Joelschoolpsy

5 жыл бұрын

Hi Demetris. I'm glad this video was helpful to you. Are you doing to do your m.ed in special education? And that's great that you want to do children and then adults. I'm glad BCBA allows professionals to do that.

@drembert0502

5 жыл бұрын

@@JoelschoolpsyI glad ot allows the flexibility as well. I am looking at education studies. The M.ed. program here is geared to teachers. That is not my career path at the moment. So I will not need a licensure or sit for the Praxis exam. If I were to specialize it would definitely be in special education. I would be able to possible do that at a later date.

@Joelschoolpsy

5 жыл бұрын

@@drembert0502 That's great. I hope it will all work out for you and please let me know if there is any information I can help out with. I plan to do more videos about BCBA. The field is definitely growing...jobs are projected to go up in the coming years...so it's exciting.

Thanks for disseminating the field. It is known in my area a lot for helping people who have special needs with learning as well, but it’s good to hear about the school setting from you. 😊

@Joelschoolpsy

4 жыл бұрын

Hi Erin. Thank you watching and commenting. Are you thinking about becoming a BCBA? Please let me know if you have any questions. Thank you again for checking out my video.

@Erin-oy3io

4 жыл бұрын

allthesespecialties thanks! I just need to finish studying for and take the test! 😊

@Joelschoolpsy

4 жыл бұрын

@@Erin-oy3io Oh great! Much fortune with the test. :)

This is great bhai

@Joelschoolpsy

5 жыл бұрын

Thanks big brother.

excellent explanation

@Joelschoolpsy

4 жыл бұрын

Thank you! I appreciate you watching and commenting.

Hi. Great video and information. I sit for the BCBA exam shortly. I am a Masters level Behavior Consultant and I started working with kiddos and now I work with adults. This field is so awesome and you can do so much!

@Joelschoolpsy

5 жыл бұрын

Hi Erica, thank you for watching and your comment. I am glad to hear that you enjoy the field and much fortune on your exam. Is there a particular age group or population of children you'd like to work with? I will be going through a certificate program that focuses on Autism.

@ericaj6092

5 жыл бұрын

allthesespecialties thank you! Good luck to you as you continue your education. I most definitely enjoy the 12 and under age groups of kiddos diagnosed with ASD as well.

@Joelschoolpsy

5 жыл бұрын

@@ericaj6092 Thank you and same to you. I may have to ask you a few questions regarding the BCBA test, later on. Haha! Much fortune.

@marliesbaker7001

5 жыл бұрын

Can you tell me more about what you do?

@QUAJArella

5 жыл бұрын

I'm Looking into getting my Masters would you say the job demand is good?

Awesome video! Could you make a video concerning BCBA tutoring? Its so damn expensive in China!

@Joelschoolpsy

4 жыл бұрын

Hi Nick, you want to know about tutoring resources that are online? Or supervision resources?

@cbenya1113

4 жыл бұрын

allthesespecialties supervisions would be great! And maybe some books you find useful In bcba area?

@Joelschoolpsy

4 жыл бұрын

@@cbenya1113 Thank you Nick. Sure. I'll see what I can find and definitely let you know

Thanks so much for this video I’ve been Considering to become a BCBA for a while I am currently an aba technician now and this video gave me a better insider on becoming a BCABA and what’s it thanks about !!

@Joelschoolpsy

5 жыл бұрын

Hi Tanisha. Thank you for watching and I'm glad this was helpful to you. I definitely think you should pursue your BCBA. Since you already have experience in the line of work, it'll be great to continue on and pursue the BCABA or BCBA. They are definitely needed and given your experience already, you'll be able to slide right into a BCBA position. Please let me know if I can help you along the way.

@womenempowerment8645

5 жыл бұрын

Yes thanks again but I was wondering if I can ask you a few questions if possible about becoming a bcaba when I finish my bachelor degree ?

@Joelschoolpsy

5 жыл бұрын

@@womenempowerment8645 Sure you can. Ask away lol!

@womenempowerment8645

5 жыл бұрын

Awww thanks.. Ok question Just was wondering after I receive my bachelor degree in psychology do I have to take additional classes then a state board for bcaba then after I get a masters do I have to take additional classes for bcba ?

@Joelschoolpsy

5 жыл бұрын

@@womenempowerment8645 Hi Tanisha. I know that you can have a bachelors in anything and the certification board says that the coursework must cover certain criteria...you can find out about the specifics of that right here---- www.bacb.com/bcaba/bcaba-requirements/. For the BCBA you can get into a masters program that has a BCBA verified sequence and that way you do not have to do any additional coursework. You'll complete your masters along with your practicum/internship and then you can take the exam. :)

Hi! Thanks for sharing the tips! I have been interested in school psychology for a while. However, I started working as a RBT a few months ago and was introduced to BCBA. Now I’m stuck between the two. Can you explain what’s the difference between the two? It seems as if it overlaps but I’m still confused. Thanks!

@Joelschoolpsy

3 жыл бұрын

Hi Tram, thank you for watching and leaving a comment. You could do both if you'd like. There are some school psych programs that have behavior analysis coursework integrated into the program. However, school psychologists can provide behavior analytic services such as doing functional behavioral assessments and putting together behavior intervention plans. My supervisor is both and so she does school related work and community based work. If you do a school psychology program, then you may only need to do a verified course sequence and additional hours for the BCBA. Hope that was helpful. Please let me know what other questions you may have.

Hi! Thank you for your video, I enjoyed watching. I recently applied to become a behavior therapist but after further research I am leaning towards behavior analysis instead. I have a Bachelor’s degree in psychology. I was wondering, do you know if I need experience in behavior therapy when applying to graduate schools to become a BCBA?

@Joelschoolpsy

4 жыл бұрын

Hi Brooke, thank you for watching. And I'm glad to hear that you want to pursue ABA. Although experience could help your grad school application, it is not always necessary. Since you have a bachelors degree in psychology, it shouldn't be too difficult for you to get into a special education program with a specialization in Aba or get into an ABA masters program. These programs like to see that you have some education in a similar field. Some people do have experience as a therapist but, is not always necessary. Please let me know what other questions you have.

I monitor behavior online. cyber analyst. I want to put that in mix. Thank you for this

@Joelschoolpsy

3 жыл бұрын

Hi Stan. That sounds like a very interesting career field. Thank you for watching and leaving a comment. 😎

Thank you. I am interested in this profession. I have a Master's in Nursing with a psych focus. Have worked in mental health & also as a special needs teacher. I am torn between a school specialist/psychologist or this. I don't want to go to school forever as I am older so the school psychologist goes by the wayside. I have been told the rules will change in 2022. I figured since the programs are at least 18 months +clinical time I would fall under the new rules. Do you have any advice or suggestions about the best way to go about this? I am an adult learner and need an online program because I have to work. Appreciate any thoughts?

@Joelschoolpsy

5 жыл бұрын

Hi Jennifer, thank you for watching and commenting. I can definitely understand wanting to finish up sooner rather than later and I will definitely do a video about the new BCBA rules as I think many people have questions regarding that. If I remember correctly, I think that as long as your transcript shows that you began the program prior to 2022, you will fall under the current standards. I will check in the website for clarification on that. I think BCBA certificate programs are great and I know that there are online programs. I will do some research and provide you with some links on programs. 😎

So timely I just applied to a couple of schools

@Joelschoolpsy

5 жыл бұрын

That's great. I hoped this helped to reinforce your decision to apply. I think it is a great field to go into and I hope you get into a program. Thank you for watching.

@angryabuelo3292

4 жыл бұрын

@@Joelschoolpsy If I have a BA in psychology, Can I go straight to a MA program in applied behavior analysis ?

@Joelschoolpsy

4 жыл бұрын

@@angryabuelo3292 hi Stacy. Definitely. Psychology majors can definitely transition into ABA. I think many people that study psychology go into the field of ABA. Please let me know what other questions you may have.

Quick question how do you come up with a sliding scale pay rate for a private client that does not use insurance

I acquired a BS in Psychology/ABA back in May 2014 from Kaplan University which has since become Perdue Global. I work as. Surgical Technologist. How do I make the career transition?

Thank you for explaining this. I am looking to work in a position where I can solve behavioral problems that are already in place, not analyze how the problem came about (although that's important to understand too). Do you know what this position is called?

@Joelschoolpsy

3 жыл бұрын

Hi...thank you for watching. BCBAs can definitely still work with children in creating/modifying positive behavior supports for those who may already have intervention plans in place. It is such a broad field that you can work in various roles and have your on niche within the field. Also there are BCABAs who work under BCBAs and help students with behaviors. Please let me know what other questions you may have. There are also Behavior Technicians as well.

I've seen the $61k & $65K figure thrown around alot. Over the last year, I been consistently checking job listings on Indeed dot com. In the State of California the mode Salary listed for new BCBA is $70-80k, with some listings for BCBA Clinical Director at the mode Salary range of $90k-105K. The 61K figure is likely grouping what are BCaBA (those with a bachelor with aba coursework, & thousand of clinical hours) in with those that are BCBA with Master Degrees.

@Joelschoolpsy

4 жыл бұрын

Hello Pokemon Go Labs. Thank you for leaving this comment. I have also seen a range of figures too. I have another video about BCBA salary. I think that ABAI has a good website that post a lot of good jobs and they provide the salary. I always look on their. They also post jobs outside of the U.S too. Are you a BCBA or looking to become a BCBA?

@burneraccount9100

4 жыл бұрын

@@Joelschoolpsy just completed my undergrad in a ABA heavy university, most professors are BCBA-Ds. I took a gap year to study for the GRE and save up money to relocate. I will be starting a M.S in ABA in the fall to become a BCBA.

@Joelschoolpsy

4 жыл бұрын

@@burneraccount9100 that sounds great. Much fortune in your BCBA journey. 😎🤝🏿

@IcanSeeMyselfOutThanks

2 жыл бұрын

Lots of places starting 75k for newly minted BCBAs, and 120k for seasoned. Such an awesome field where you can do well for others and yourself

I’ve been stuck on being a school psych but now I’ve came across a BCBA. From what you’ve stated toward the end of the video, so you can become a BCBA while becoming a school psych? How does that work?

@Joelschoolpsy

5 жыл бұрын

Hi Deneshia, thank you for watching. What you can do is while you're going through you school psych program, you can get into a certificate BCBA program or enroll in a masters program that allows you to get certified. I'm getting into certificate program that goes hand and hand with my school psych program. The program allows me to transfer all of my BCBA courses as electives for the School psych program. All the practicum work will count toward my school psych program as well.

Thanks so much for your video. I currently work in the medical field (certified medical assistant) and I have always had a passion and strong desire to work with children so I am considering becoming a RBT. My ultimate goal is to be a therapist or social worker... would RBT be a good first step to getting my BS in Psychology and then MSW? To help gain an understanding of behavior and development etc.. thanks in advance 🙂

@Joelschoolpsy

4 жыл бұрын

Hi Juliana, God bless you and much fortune in pursuing your goals. I think that becoming an RBT would be really good experience. If you want to become a therapist or social worker, you could definitely become an RBT as you work toward your bachelors. Or you could get you bachelors and become a licensed bachelors social worker and then work toward your masters in counseling, therapy or social work. There are so many ways to get to your goal. Behavior analysis would definitely get you some good experience and as a CMA you have some good experience working with people already. Social work and the medical field compliment one another very well. Hospitals, clinics, etc., employ social workers all the time. Please let me know what other questions you may have. I'm happy to help.

@dianas8428

4 жыл бұрын

RBT is great practical training to learn strategies used to work one on one with individuals. Sometimes you can get certified as a Behavior Assistant to the BCBA which does almost all that an RBT does. I would say consider becominga mental health tech too. If you do the certified nursing assistant which takes a few weeks, you can be hired as a Mental Health Technician and get similar pay. RBT training is a lot to learn with terminology, learning the client, and putting strategies into practice, but you will work more with younger population in the evenings. The Mental Health Tech position would likely be in a clinical setting with a variety of trained health staff with shift hours, working with a wide range of population and more individuals during the day. MHT positions are PT or FT employment whereas RBT will require you to build up your work load. Another option would be to work as a substitute paraeducator in the schools to learn different ways specialists work with the same kinds of population/cases.

I have my masters in psychology not a terminal degree and was looking to get license for something but not have to go back to school for a while ( I like to work with children or youth but I’m trying to make sure this is right for me) I’m a parent of 3 and bout to be 30 I want to make a difference but need to make decent salary as well not 16 17 an hour smh Tks for the video very helpful

@Joelschoolpsy

5 жыл бұрын

Hi Treasure. It sounds like a ABA certificate program would be good for you. These programs are typically about 21 hours. It will have the coursework and fieldwork needed for you to sit for the exam. There are online and on campus programs. Hopefully you can look at that as an option on getting certified.

@treasuretakara6072

5 жыл бұрын

allthesespecialties thanks for the tip your videos are helpful

@Joelschoolpsy

5 жыл бұрын

@@treasuretakara6072 Thank you treasure. And thank you for watching.

thank you.

@Joelschoolpsy

5 жыл бұрын

Thank you for watching.

Is there a quick way to see if I have the coursework needed for applying to sit for the exam? Like course equivalents etc. I understand the BACB.com has a $100 fee to check your coursework. If I can double check myself prior to applying to make sure I don’t lack anything would be better I think.

@Joelschoolpsy

5 жыл бұрын

Hi Azul. It is a little tricky trying to figure it out....I know somewhere on the website they and specify the type of coursework that will be accepted toward the BCBA. I will see if I can look for any descriptions of coursework they are looking for so you can double check.

@Joelschoolpsy

5 жыл бұрын

Azul here is a link where it discusses the course content requirements. You may have seen it already but, coursework... If you click on "course content allocation" it'll bring you to a page that goes more in depth about it. If there is any other information I can provide... Please let me know. www.bacb.com/bcba/bcba-option-1/

I am currently in a msw program, is that okay for BABA? I also got hired as a ABA Therapist! I wanted to do mental health therapy but since getting the ABA therapist position, I am leaning more towards BCBA for my future career.

@Joelschoolpsy

3 жыл бұрын

Hello MyVisualDiary. Thank you for watching and commenting. That should work. BACB is opening up the degree requirements a little bit more for 2022. I would check with them though. But, if you do a verified course sequence and complete the required hours, you should be good to go. Please let me know what other questions you may have.

Thank you for this video, it was very informative, I have two questions. 1. Is it possible to get a masters in social work and still pursue a career as a BCBA? and 2. Would this path make sense, as a start, for someone who wants to eventually become a pediatric psychologist ?.

@Joelschoolpsy

4 жыл бұрын

Hi Shasa, thank you for watching and those are really good questions. Social work is a degree that actually transfers into many different other types of programs. I think it is a good field if you are thinking of doing a BCBA and wanting to be a psychologist. I'd say it is actually a very smart choice. Many psychology programs will accept social work students because the field of social work has a lot of psychology ingrained in the field. If you do get a social work degree you'll likely just need to take a BCBA course sequence in a certificate program that will also allow you to get the practicum/internship hours you'll need to take the BCBA exam. Please let me know what other questions you may have.

@shasaloren3180

4 жыл бұрын

@@Joelschoolpsy Thank you so much for taking the time to answer !

@dianas8428

4 жыл бұрын

It's great that you have an interest in all three, but it can be a lot.... Consider how you want to use your training in your daily work. If you get a MS in Social Work, and want the expertise in ABA, get the Ph.D. in BCBA (BCBA-D). You can set up your own clinic. Or go for PhD. in child psychology and work with an ABA specialist to offer services for your target population/community.

Hello, I have my master in psychology. I want to become a BCBA. How and where do I find approved ABA course?

Thank you for this video.. I have a BSC in Political Science and also a master in Public Administration. Would this Master degree qualify me to take the BCBA Certification even been enrolled In a certification program?? Also What school did you do your certificate program at and what is the typical cost of this Grad certificates. DO you know of any scholarships too? Thank you

@Joelschoolpsy

4 жыл бұрын

Hi Emmanuel. Thank you for watching and commenting. It is much appreciated. The new 2022 rules will likely allow you to take a certificate program. The current rules are accepting applicants that have degrees related to ABA but, now they are expanding that for individuals that want to get into ABA with a related degree. I would call or email them first to ask but, I think that you would be fine getting into a certificate program which is about 21 hours. It has coursework and practicum. As long as it is an approved course sequence. 😎. Also about scholarships...depending on what program you choose, there may be some assistantships or scholarships for that program. I do some research and it helps. Please let me know what other questions you may have.

Thanks for this very informative video ! I have my B.S. in Health Sciences I was wondering what you would suggest for my masters degree to ensure my success !?

@Joelschoolpsy

4 жыл бұрын

Hi Jazeel. Thank you for watching and leaving a comment. What would you like to to do? Do you primarily want to do Behavior analysis or get into a psychology field? If you would like to be a BCBA, I'd get a masters in special education with a specialization in behavior analysis. There are approved programs and their are programs with approved course sequences. Here is more information on that: www.abainternational.org/vcs.aspx There are also master of behavior analysis programs. There are counseling and psychology fields as well. Do you want to primarily do ABA?

@jazeelbonner7585

4 жыл бұрын

allthesespecialties I was originally lookin to pursue a dual masters MPH/MSW but if I could MPH/ ABA that would be amazing as well . I was definitely looking to become a BCBA

@Joelschoolpsy

4 жыл бұрын

@@jazeelbonner7585 oh that sound good. Those are fields that are intertwined. The good thing about being a BCBA is that you can work many different places. BACB is opening up qualifying masters degrees to complete ABA certificate programs. You can get a masters in public health or social work and then later do an ABA certificate program. If there are dual degree programs that's even better.

I will be graduating with a masters in psychology very soon and I am currently a RBT at an Autism treatment clinic. What would be the next steps to becoming a BCBA?

@Joelschoolpsy

5 жыл бұрын

Hi Marko. Congrats on almost completing your masters. Now, I'd find a BCBA certificate program to get into so that you can get the coursework and field experience you need to sit for the BCBA exam. That would probably be the best way to get there since you almost have your masters. :)

@markowilliams4887

5 жыл бұрын

allthesespecialties Thank you so much!!!

@Joelschoolpsy

5 жыл бұрын

@@markowilliams4887 No problem. Please let me know if you have any other questions.

Very informative! I already have a Masters in Counseling and over 5 years experience working in the mental health field and with individuals with developmental disabilities. I really want to become board certified. Any suggestions about a good accredited online program?

@Joelschoolpsy

5 жыл бұрын

Hi Slesheiamichelle, thank you for watching and below I have two websites that provide some good information on online programs. www.abadegreeprograms.net/rankings/online-masters/ www.appliedbehavioranalysisprograms.com/rankings/applied-behavior-analysis-online-programs/ I hope that will be helpful to you. Also please let me know if you have any other questions.

@slesheiamichelle

5 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! I will definitely look at these😊

@Joelschoolpsy

5 жыл бұрын

@@slesheiamichelle No problem. Thank you. 😎

I know one track to becoming a bcba is having a masters in ba or relating fields and taking certification courses. I just want to know if I can be a bcaba first and get a masters in sociology or psychology to become a bcba?

@Joelschoolpsy

2 жыл бұрын

Hi Lia. You can definitely get a masters in a related field. Education or Psychology are usually more related. There are also some Education programs that have the required coursework built into. Please let me know what questions you may have.

@danielmoore4024

2 жыл бұрын

@@Joelschoolpsy Explain to me the underlying neurology of the autistic brain, tell me a minimum of 10 neurological differences and how those differences effect an autistic person's behaviour. Any educated person knows ABA is plain harmful and it does not speak well for the BACB that the autistic community's response is dismissed. ABA does not introduce the controversial issues with ABA therapists. Recently The American Psychological Association caught ABA performing Bias Publications leaving out all the studies that do not support ABA as effective. Human psychology has proven that reward systems backfire and destroy intrinsic motivation. ABA creates conditional love, the children only receive any sign of love and affection if they do what they are told. Science exposes that as extremely harmful to child development, just because ABA does not intend to neglect the child does not mean the children do not feel neglected, it is disgraceful ABA does not think about the experience of the person on the receiving end and only cares about the behaviour. In your video here, all we heard from you is "behaviour", the more times the term behaviour is mentioned in any source the more inadequate we know that source will be. As soon as we keep hearing behaviour we know it is all about Skinnarian manipulation, the more you analyse behaviour, the more we know you are ignoring the children's health and the children themselves. Human psychology, science, and real life experiences show ABA is ineffective and harmful in the long run. Statistics all around the world show approximately 80% of autistic adults are unemployed, and the majority of autistic children go through ABA showing ABA did not succeed in helping them become independent, employed adults. University studies show that anyone who goes through ABA is 86% more likely to develop PTSD symptoms or even PTSD itself. The reason scientists and psychologists felt the need to make anti-aba methodology like the Floortime Model and TEACH, is because scientific discoveries have exposed ABA as physically harmful internally. ABA is harmful when it is done correctly, the odd few who compliment it had therapists willing to disobey the BCBAs and follow their own intuition concerning what's good for the child. Numerous former ABA workers complained about what the BCBAs instructed them to do because anyone who cares about children know that is not good for the children, the BCBAs continued with their harmful behavioural plans that the workers resigned and are now saying working for ABA is the most shameful thing they've ever done. If you want to be introduced to the actual controversial issues about ABA look up and watch "Why Positive Reinforcement Isn't So Positive: Troubling Questions About Behaviourism".

I have a Masters in mental health counseling psychology and about five years in mental health field...I want to obtain my bcba but not sure where to start....would you recommend starting out as a RBT while I take a ABA certificate program? Thank you!

@Joelschoolpsy

4 жыл бұрын

Hi Eager. You could definitely do that...to gain some experience. Certificate programs are usually about 21 hours 6 courses and a practicum/internship. If you are working as an RBT...you could probably stay at that place and collect on BCBA hours. Please let me know what other questions you may have. Sounds like you have some good work experience under your belt already so, it'd be a good transition into BCBA

@temiymahs_World

4 жыл бұрын

allthesespecialties awesome, I’m glad I found your channel. Great advice!

I just graduated with my bachelors in speech language pathology ASSISTANT what would be the next step towards this BCBA career? Is it possible to have a dual masters in ABA and an SLP?

@Joelschoolpsy

4 жыл бұрын

Hi Paloma. Congrats on graduating. I think ABA and speech pathology go hand and hand very well. Doing a dual program in ABA and SLP could work. Depending on what school you go to, they may have and SLP and ABA program. You could also see if you could do a ABA certificate program to supplement your SLP masters degree. There is also the possibility that you could do an online ABA program while your doing an SLP masters. You'd only be able to apply financial aid toward one program if you are at two different institutions though lol. But, if you can find a way to do both at the same institution, that'd be great. Pleas let me know what other questions you may have.

Hello, your videos are informative, useful, and very helpful. I have been thinking about becoming a BCBA but feeling reluctant to even step into that field. Feeling kind of scared. I have an MA in TEFL (Teaching English as a Foreign Language). In addition to my teaching experience, I have also worked as a BIA ( Behavioural Intervention Assistant). Will my MA degree in Teaching and the work experience count as credit towards meeting the required number of units of the BCBA program? Thank you again for the videos.

@Joelschoolpsy

5 жыл бұрын

Hi Mel. Thank you for watching and commenting. I appreciate it. And I think if you have been thinking about it...you should go for it. 😎.... and since you have a masters already....you can get into a BCBA certification program. It will be about 21 hours and i think if you have worked in behavior before and liked it...you should go for it. Please let me know of you have any questions.

@mela.1060

5 жыл бұрын

@@Joelschoolpsy where can I find out more details? I have checked CSUN page but it doesn't state the hours for the certificate program.

@Joelschoolpsy

5 жыл бұрын

@@mela.1060 I'm not sure if CSUN has a certificate program..what I'm going to do is do some more videos on certificate programs. On campus and online.

@mela.1060

5 жыл бұрын

@@Joelschoolpsy I checked CSUN page they do not have certificate program for BCBA :( could you please post the link below? I couldn't find it.

@mela.1060

5 жыл бұрын

@@Joelschoolpsy Thank you so much.

I have worked as an ABA therapist for 2 years and i am interested in becoming a BCBA. However, I have a Masters in Human Services. Do you think that will qualify for a certificate program? I want to get a BCBA certificate instead of having to get another Masters

@Joelschoolpsy

5 жыл бұрын

ABSOLUTELY Kayla. And sorry...I'm just seeing your comment. For some reason I don't get notified of all the comments. But I definitely think that a certificate program Is the way to go. You definitely qualify to get into one since you already have a masters degree. :)

Just came to the conclusion that this is what I want to go back to school for! Thanks for the info. Do you discourage online programs?

@Joelschoolpsy

4 жыл бұрын

Hi Alexis. I wish you well in beginning. I think an outline program is great. My classes are online and I will begin my practicum experience next semester. Its very convenient. Much fortune and please let me know what other questions you may have.

Any idea can the non-US citizen allow to work in state after glad school and obtain work permit visa?

@Joelschoolpsy

4 жыл бұрын

Hi Chong. Thank you for watching and commenting. It will all depend on if you can find a company that will sponsor your work visa. There are organizations that provide behavior analysis services. When you look for jobs.... this is a good resource. jobs.abainternational.org/ Please let me know what other questions you may have.

so I recently just received my bachelors in Psychology what would be the next step to fulfill? should I began to work as an RBT or keep going for my masters degree?

@Joelschoolpsy

4 жыл бұрын

Hi Luis. The next step toward the BCBA is to get into a masters program in Aba or a related field. If you can find an ABA program or a SPED program that has an approved BCBA course sequence that would be ideal. If you get a masters in psychology or something related then you can complete an ABA certificate program with the ABA coursework and practicum experience that will allow you to sit for the exam.

@saracollins4860

4 жыл бұрын

I agree with his statement. I would honestly begin as an Rbt to get the hours needed to become a BCaBA which is a title between the Rbt and the BCBA. Since you have the bachelors or almost ready to do your exam. Get the post grad hours and you’ll be able to take that exam. Hope this helps!

Very informative, thank you sir. By the way how is the field with the ratio of men joining, I hear there's a need for more applicants.👍

@Joelschoolpsy

4 жыл бұрын

Hi Nelson, thank you for watching and commenting. I appreciate it. I saw an article from a few years back that said almost 70 percent of BCBA applicants were women. I'm not sure would it is in 2020, but probably around that. The field of behavior analysis is growing and the pay is pretty good. There is definitely a need. Please let me know what questions you may have and if I can provide any resources.

@NellyNel2023

4 жыл бұрын

@@Joelschoolpsy thanks for replying ! quick question...I have a Bachelors in human services and psychology, the Board Certified Analyst interest me, what are the necessary steps with my kind of degree at the moment? THanks!

@Joelschoolpsy

4 жыл бұрын

@@NellyNel2023 Hi Nelson, the best way to become a BCBA is through an accredited BCBA masters program. There are honestly not many accredited BCBA programs. So, if there is not one in your area or online, then the next best way is to get into a masters program that has an approved BCBA course sequence. As long as it has the coursework that matches up with the requirements outlined by BACB, it'll be fine. I know many people who have gone to programs that were not accredited but, had an approved course sequence. Here is more on that- www.abainternational.org/vcs/directory.aspx That list will provide you with the programs that have an approved course sequence. It matches up with the BACB course requirements. I'm also going to link a video that goes over all the pathways to become a BCBA: kzread.info/dash/bejne/k6Vn15SIh6bec7w.html Please let me know what other questions you may have.

@Joelschoolpsy

4 жыл бұрын

@@NellyNel2023 here is also links to programs www.abadegreeprograms.net/rankings/online-masters/ www.appliedbehavioranalysisprograms.com/rankings/applied-behavior-analysis-online-programs/

@NellyNel2023

4 жыл бұрын

@@Joelschoolpsy thank you so much bro. I appreciate your help a lot! I live over here in Orlando Florida, searching myself.

Thank you for this informative video! I have some questions for a school project! May I get your email?

@Joelschoolpsy

4 жыл бұрын

Hi Sydney. Thank you for you comment and for watching. And yes..definitely email me at... joel@allthesespecialties.org

If you get a master's for school psychology can you also do this job? and vice versa? Which would you recommend?

@Joelschoolpsy

4 жыл бұрын

Hi Dia. Right now, what I am doing is... I'm getting a graduate degree in school psychology and I am in a BABY program. School psychologists can largerly do what BCBAs can do and more. If there is a way for you to do school psychology and take the required BCBA courses as electives or taking them in addition to the school psychology coursework... I think that would work out best. Some programs may work with you in obtaining your school psych masters but include the behavior analysis work you'll need to get both. Please let me know what other questions you may have and thank you for watching.

@ericacuevas2301

4 жыл бұрын

@@Joelschoolpsy thank you for your experience and advice

@Joelschoolpsy

4 жыл бұрын

@@ericacuevas2301 I'm happy to help. :)

I am a teacher and I am torn between going to school for a masters in behavior analysis or going for an LPC. I didn’t know which one is a more broader career and have more opportunities to advance?

@Joelschoolpsy

5 жыл бұрын

Hi Adia. Well I can go through some benefits of each for you. Right now...it will take about 5-6 years to get your full LPC since programs are about 3 years and and another 2-3 years will be dedicated getting all the hours you need to become fully licensed. Lpcs dont tend to make much however, if you enjoy counseling...it definitely is a great field. I will say jobs are competitive for LPC. With BCBA it can take maybe 2-3 years...depending on whether you already have a masters and you just need to get into a certificate program or not. BCBAs do tend to get paid more and the opportunities for jobs may be a little higher. However, BCBAs do not counsel as much. They really observe behavior, consult, interview...and conduct and put together behavior intervention plans. They are both good fields...but if you are wanting to do more counseling LPC may be a good choice and if you want to observe behavior and design intervention plans BCBA may be a good choice.

@adiahunt6869

5 жыл бұрын

allthesespecialties thank you so much. Lastly, are both careers a very broad field? Or are both careers both limited?

@Joelschoolpsy

5 жыл бұрын

@@adiahunt6869 hi Adia. I would say that both are broad in different ways. LPCs are able to counsel, diagnose, write treatment plans...they can also do some assessments that you are trained in conducting. BCBAs typically observe, write behavior intervention plans, interview clients and in some ways counsel families on how to correct certain behaviors. Please let me know what other questions you may have. 😎

Does anyone know of accredited online masters programs? Also, does anyone recommend on campus vs online ? Lastly, how do you get supervision hours. I am really interested in becoming a BCBA! I just graduated and got a job as an RBT and I love it. I’m trying to become a BCBA as quickly and effectively as possible. Love this channel btw, very informative.

@Joelschoolpsy

4 жыл бұрын

Hi Marie. Thank you for watching and commenting. I'm glad this was helpful. Here is a list of the ABA programs that are accredited, currently. I am not sure which ones are online but, these are all the programs that have accreditation status. accreditation.abainternational.org/apply/accredited-programs.aspx Please let me know what other questions you may have.

@MT-pf2tz

4 жыл бұрын

allthesespecialties thank you so much for responding!! I’m going to check it out ☺️

@Joelschoolpsy

4 жыл бұрын

@@MT-pf2tz No problem. Please let me know if you have any other questions. I'm happy help. 😎

@MT-pf2tz

4 жыл бұрын

allthesespecialties Last question lol. Do you know anything about the legitimacy of Capella university ?

@Joelschoolpsy

4 жыл бұрын

@@MT-pf2tz Hi Marie. I know that some people have enjoyed Capella. I know some who have not liked it. I know that Capella has various accredited programs. Some of their programs are not accredited. Do they have a BCBA program?

Are the job opportunities different for students with bcba vs people with just a bcba certificate.

@Joelschoolpsy

3 жыл бұрын

Hi Antoine. Good question. As long as you are certified and or licensed...you'll have the same opportunities at jobs. Some people get a degree and some just go through a certification program, but once you're certified you should be on equal footing for jobs unless an organization specifically requires you have a degree in ABA. Please let me know what other questions you may have.

Hi I have a masters degree in executive MBA and I would like to take up BCBA. I have some idea about it but don’t know where to start n how to go about it. M I eligible to take up this course. How many months it takes to complete it and can I do it online or I need to go to some college. I really appreciate if you can answer n guide me

@Joelschoolpsy

4 жыл бұрын

Hi Sara. Thank you for watching and leaving a comment. Since you have a masters degree; you can get into an ABA certificate program. Depending on how many classes you take per semester and how fast you get your hours; it could take about 1 year to 2 or 2 1/2. There are online programs and the BACB website has a list of approved programs. I would also call them; they are changing the rules for 2022 and I did a short video about the changes in hours. But, certificate programs are usually 21 hours long and if you finish before 2022 you will be under the current BCBA rules but, after 2022...the new rules. Please let me know what other questions you may have. Thank you. :)

What is the supervisory aspect of becoming a BCBA. How can I find a supervisor. None work at my job.

@Joelschoolpsy

5 жыл бұрын

Hi Jackie. I wonder if there are some BCBAs at a local College or University that may be able to supervise you. If there is a program in your city, that could be a way of finding a supervisor.

@jaclynshawmsbisii3521

5 жыл бұрын

@@Joelschoolpsy I'll reach out. Most of what I find is pretty expensive.

@Joelschoolpsy

5 жыл бұрын

@@jaclynshawmsbisii3521 I think that the BCBA website may also have resources for looking for one too.

@whoome1638

5 жыл бұрын

@Jackie S. You can go to the BACB website and look through their registry of BCBA’s. Contact them and explain your situation. Hope that helps www.bacb.com/services/o.php?page=100155

I live in NYS, does it matter what school I go to online. I want to go to a Great school like University of Rochester, however it is so costly. what do recommend NySed states the hours needed and the bcba site states criterion, who do I go by I have MA in Ed. Leadership.

@Joelschoolpsy

4 жыл бұрын

Hi Elle. Thank you for watching. I think NY is a state that requires individuals to be licensed as well which I believe if you have the BCBA, it should be easy to get the state license. But, it may be good to see the licensure requirements too for NY. I honestly think that most programs, whether online or on campus... Will prepare you for state and certification requirements. The company BACB may be able to tell you more. I also think their website will link you to NY's behavior analysis board. Please let me know what other questions you may have.

@cherrydee8090

4 жыл бұрын

I’m live in NYC, looking into colleges as well and I found a program for 20k online. Texas Tech University, it’s Accredited and it’s a known school with a good reputation. Have faith

@Joelschoolpsy

4 жыл бұрын

@@cherrydee8090 thank you for sharing this information Cherry. 😎

@mswilteach

4 жыл бұрын

Cherry Dee NYSED has strict provisions for licensing but yeah I am looking into either UOf Cincinnati $13,000 or Daemon College.

Is there a difference between this degree and a masters degree in social work? Does this just have to be students and a school setting or can you work with veterans or in hospitals?

@Joelschoolpsy

4 жыл бұрын

Hi Annastasia. Thank you for watching and your questions. Behavior analysis is different from social work because it really focuses on behavior whereas social work involves counseling/therapy, linking individuals to resources, etc. Behavior analysts dont really counsel. They really try to create strategies to disrupt the frequency of a behavior and replace certain behaviors with new behaviors. They do this through observation, interviews, consultations, creating behavior intervention plans, functional behavior assessments, etc. Behavior analysts typically work with children however there are some corporate behavior analysts as well. Many start their own companies. I dont know how much BCBAs work with veterans. I dont think it is often. Definitely social workers and counselors work with vets. Please let me know what other questions you may have.

@AStarryEyedLife

4 жыл бұрын

@@Joelschoolpsy Wow, thank you for getting back to me so timely. My academic adviser spoke with me today and he told me that this was the future in a sense. I wanted to be a medical social worker and then I would like to go on to be a licensed psychologist. I just don't know how to get there or the best way to approach it. I am a sophomore now and I'm already 26 so I feel a sense of time constraint. I am looking into this though and your videos have helped so much. Thank you.

@Joelschoolpsy

4 жыл бұрын

@@AStarryEyedLife Thank you for sharing Annastasia. I actually think that going the social work route and then becoming a LP is great. The field of social work is really respected by the field of psychology. Many psychology programs accept individuals with social work backgrounds. Alot of psychology goes into social work. I think it's a great way to become a licensed psychologist. You'll definitely have some really great experience. Thank you for watching and your comments. Also please let me know if you have any more questions. I'm always happy to help.

Hi, I am so glad that I came across your video. Very informative. I would like to ask you some questions. May I have your email?

@Joelschoolpsy

5 жыл бұрын

Hi Crystal. Thank you for watching and you can definitely email me. My email is joel@allthesespecialties.org

Can BCBA be used outside the education field? I work in substance abuse and counseling, but I would like to use these techniques to change the problematic behaviors of people suffering from addiction, anxiety, depression, and phobias.

@Joelschoolpsy

4 жыл бұрын

Hi Latonya. I definitely think that you can use these techniques for that. I know that there are some channels that go deeper into what you can do with your BCBA. I will also be exploring more things that you can do in ABA. I think there are so many different things that behavior analysts can do. I think the best bet is to apply to companies that work with populations outside of education. I think that the BACB website may also have more information on this as well. Please let me know what other questions you may have. Thank you for watching. 😎

@latonyafuqua2007

4 жыл бұрын

@@Joelschoolpsy thank you for responding and I will do just that.

@Joelschoolpsy

4 жыл бұрын

@@latonyafuqua2007 much fortune to you.

So you’re saying that internship hours can also count toward the BCBA hours.

@Joelschoolpsy

5 жыл бұрын

Hi Reyna. Yes. In my particular program, my BCBA courses will replace some of my school psychology courses and practicum hours will count toward some of the required hours for my PhD program. Thankfully haha! Are you pursuing a degree in a counseling field?

@mirnahabib8142

5 жыл бұрын

allthesespecialties can we have the name of this program?

@Joelschoolpsy

5 жыл бұрын

@@mirnahabib8142 Hi Mirna. I am in a BCBA certification program. It is a stand alone program that I am taking concurrently with my PhD program. These sorts of programs are typically offered to individuals that have obtained a masters or are in a master program in a related field. Please let me know what other questions you may have. You can also email me at joel@allthesespecialites.org

@mirnahabib8142

5 жыл бұрын

allthesespecialties Thank you for your quick response. I still don't have my masters degree yet I'm still considering applying could you recommended a good masters program. Also do you have any videos of what you do like on a daily basis

@Joelschoolpsy

5 жыл бұрын

@@mirnahabib8142 No problem. :) Also, are you looking for an on campus program or one that is online? And Yes :), I have a few vlog videos where I went on campus and did a few other things. They are new videos. They are "Spending Time with a School Psychology Student" videos haha!

If I have Masters in Applied Psychology, can I apply as a BCBA? Thanks so much!

@Joelschoolpsy

4 жыл бұрын

Hi Ram Sam. Absolutely. You can get into a certificate program that will allow you to get all of the required classes and practicum experience. You'll then be able to sit for the exam. Thank you for watching and please let me know what other questions you may have.

@elee6tring

4 жыл бұрын

You need to take the ABA coursework and get 1500 supervision hours. He mentions it in the video.

Can Behavioral Analyst work with any individuals other than children?

@Joelschoolpsy

3 жыл бұрын

Hi Zoom Right. Absolutely. Some work with adults with special needs as well in community/governmental settings. Becoming a BCBA definitely gives you the flexibility to work with various age groups. Please let me know what other questions you may have.

I want to do this for my career but is there other ways then working through school like at hospitals and more ?....

@Joelschoolpsy

4 жыл бұрын

Hi 901world. Thank you for watching. Also, BCBAs typically work in companies and various clinics as well. I have seen videos of BCBAs that work In childcare clinics. I do wonder if any work in hospitals. On the ABAI website they have a list of jobs around the US and abroad. That could be a good place to see if any jobs in hospitals are available. It really is a good resource that I use. Please let me know what other questions you may have.

I want to BCBA where do I start ?

@Joelschoolpsy

4 жыл бұрын

Hi Nicolee. The first step is to obtain a masters degree in the field of education, psychology, behavior analysis or something similar, take the coursework and internship hours necessary and then you'll take an exam. Have you already obtained a masters degree? If so, you may be able to get into a certificate program that will allow you to obtain the necessary hours and coursework.

Hello! I have a question! Can I send you an email?

@Joelschoolpsy

2 жыл бұрын

Sure thing Kimora. My email is joel@allthesespecialties.org

Hi there, I feel I am so blessed to find you here. I hold a master degree in Sped and I am founding an Inclusive Center in Beijing, China on the behalf of a private foundation. I'd love to get in touch with you. Will I get the honor to have your email address? Thank you !

@Joelschoolpsy

4 жыл бұрын

Hi Yuxiang. Thank you for watching and commenting. That sounds great and I wish you fortune in starting your own business. You can contact me at joel@allthesespecialties.org

Hi brother I'm actually looking to start a career as RBT. Please can i have your email?

@Joelschoolpsy

2 жыл бұрын

Hi Bill. Sorry for the late reply. Much fortune to you. My email is joel@allthesespecialties.org. Thank you.

Could you help figure out the best programs to get masters? I'm very confused and can not find the best program for me

@Joelschoolpsy

5 жыл бұрын

Hi Mirna ...I'll definitely do a video about this because I know it is hard to navigate and find a good program. I'll see about doing a video soon...thank you for watching.

@mirnahabib8142

5 жыл бұрын

thank you very much!!! how soon will you do it also could u tell me in this comment as well once you upload it 🙏🙏🙏

@mirnahabib8142

5 жыл бұрын

also If you may compare between getting a certificate like the one offered by Florida institue of technology vs masters?

@Joelschoolpsy

5 жыл бұрын

@@mirnahabib8142 I'll try to do it this weekend..also are you looking to do online or campus programs...if it is a campus program...then I can research some and then just message you here. 😁

@mirnahabib8142

5 жыл бұрын

allthesespecialties Thank you so mich for replying to me :) I need to work full-time so I guess online courses are more suitable for full time jobs but if there is a better program on campus I would like to consider it as well I live in the bay area in California in the silicon valley