Certificate in Behavior Science / Registered Behavior Technician (RBT)
Description
Become a registered behavior technician in a high-demand, career advancing field. Earn a competitive wage while you go to school, study for career advancement or are deciding which career path to take.
Make a difference working with persons diagnosed with developmental disabilities, healthcare, education and autism. Take your education to the next level!
A registered behavior technician (RBT) is a paraprofessional educated in behavior analysis. You will learn the fundamentals of human behavior, measurement, assessment, skill acquisition, behavior reduction, and professionalism. These skills enable you to work directly with clients with confidence and a transferrable skill set. The field of Applied Behavior Analysis is a dynamic, rapidly increasing industry with limitless potential.
The RBT certification is perfectly paired for the student, graduate or professional in the fields of healthcare, medical, psychology and education. This certification is the first step to becoming Board Certified and qualified for immediate job placement.
This certificate program is offered for 8-weeks either:
- Hybrid - a combination of in person and streaming live
- Self-paced
Streaming-Live
Students must be and stay present for the entire class while in session. As long as the student meets all course work and attendance requirements as defined by the instructor, students will meet the attendance requirements needed. It is the student's responsibility to be aware of the homework requirements due for the following week and to participate in the in-class activities, while streaming-live.
Disclaimer: This training program is based on the Registered Behavior Technician Task List (2ND Edition) and is designed to meet the 40-hour training requirement for the RBT credential. The program is offered independent of the BACB.
Exclusive Access
Graduates of our course gain exclusive access to an Employer Partnership Program for access to work and Competency Assessment opportunities.
The process is simple and certification is reached by following these 3 steps:
- Complete & pass the 40-hour course – Enroll Now
- Complete the competency Assessment
- Take the board certification certificate exam
Benefits:
- Career specific training
- High-demand work field
- Competitive pay
- Enhance field of education
- Further your career aspirations
Prerequisites
Prerequisites to become an RBT:
- Must be at least 18 years old
- Must possess a High School Diploma or equivalent
- Must be able to pass a Level 2 background check
- In some instances - Must have reliable transportation
Frequently Asked Questions
Instructor
Tara Zeller, MS, BCBA
Founder and Lead Behavior Analyst of AppleTree Connection (established in 2015), Tara began working in ABA as an undergrad psychology major @ UCF. The theoretical and conceptual course subjects were intriguing and lead her to seek relevant work experience. With so many interesting directions, it was important to start exploring career options. This lead to her first job using Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) – a behavior training specialist at a group home working 1:1 with developmentally disabled children and adults. 25 years later, with a well-rounded history serving in many different settings across populations, Tara shares her passion and wisdom with the next generation of ABA providers - Registered Behavior Technicians (RBT)s and Board Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBA)s.
Kiana Espinal, M.Ed., BCBA
Kiana earned her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from UCF, Master of Education from the University of Cincinnati, and her Board Certified Behavior Analyst credential from the Behavior Analyst Certification Board. She worked her way up from RBT to BCBA while working at The AppleTree Connection. Her knowledge and experience is invaluable to her RBT students.
Christine Tucker, MS, BCBA
Hi, I'm Christine. I have worked in the ABA field since 1996 in a variety of capacities, but always in a position of service to others. I earned my BA in English from Kent State University, my MS in Family Studies from Amberton University, and completed the ABA courses with Florida Atlantic University. I have been blessed to make significant behavioral change with a plethora of people and families over the years. Strongly rooted in a team leadership style, I thrive when training and supporting my peers to excel in clinical service provision.
Required Materials
Required Resources:
- Guided notes workbook. Purchase here: https://appletree-connection.learnworlds.com/
- Laptop or electronic device to access digital course
Suggested Materials:
- Binder with at least 9 dividers (RBT Task List, Competency Assess, 7 Modules)
- Paper and pens or pencils
Schedule & Modules
Registration Options
Start Date/ Time | Location | Cost |
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2/15/2023 - 4/19/2023 10:00 AM to 12:30 PM (Wednesdays)
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Digital Learning Center 125
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Course is full
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