A Positive Approach to Consulting in Schools Evidence-Based Practices for Promoting Effectiveness and Acceptance Dennis H. Reid, Ph.D., BCBA Carolyn W. Green, Ed.D.
Premises and Prerequisites I Two primary consumer groups: students and staff
Premises and Prerequisites: II Behavior analysis cannot be done from afar Including prior to implementing an ABA intervention
Premises and Prerequisites: III Importance of direct observation For behavioral assessment For assessing staff knowledge and skills For assessing implementation resources For acceptability
Premises and Prerequisites: IV Importance of participative consultation Evidence-based characteristics
Premises and Prerequisites V Importance of involvement of education supervisor For initial support For subsequent implementation of interventions
Premises and Prerequisites VI Awareness of and adherence to ethics (e.g., BACB) Especially when encountering real obstacles