RBT EXAM (1)

Structure: Measurement, Assessment, Skill Acquisition, Behavior Reduction, Documentation and Reporting, Professional Conduct.

A-1 Prepare for Data Collection
- Review targeted behaviors on the data sheet prior to the session.
- Address risky behaviors (e.g., elopement).
- Prepare necessary materials and reinforcers.
A-2 Implement Continuous Measurement Procedures (e.g., frequency, duration)
- Continuous measurement involves recording some dimension of behavior each time it occurs.
A-3 Implement Discontinuous Measurement Procedures
- Momentary Time Sampling: Observe if behavior occurs at the end of defined intervals (e.g., 5 minutes).
  - Example behaviors include writing, reading, and fidgeting.
- Partial Interval Recording: Document if a behavior occurs any time during the interval.
  - Example: Working on an assignment for part of a 30-second interval.
- Whole Interval Recording: Document if the behavior occurs throughout the entire interval.
A-4 Implement Permanent-Product Recording Procedures
- Records outcomes of behavior (durable products).
  - Example: Count torn papers from a tantrum.
A-5 Enter and Update Graphs
- Assist BCBA in entering and updating data.
  - Daily discrete trial data collection and monthly summary data.
A-6 Describe Behavior and Environment in Observable and Measurable Terms
- Behavior: Observable actions (not internal thoughts).
- Environment: Perceptible elements through senses.

Definition: Sampling method to approximate behavior frequency.
- Examples include Partial Interval and Momentary Time Sampling.

B-1 Conduct Preference Assessments
- Determines possible reinforcers; not a reinforcer until it increases behavior.
- Methods include:
  - Asking: directly asking the client for preferences.
  - Free Operant: Observe client interactions without interference.
  - Trial Based:
    - Single Stimulus: Present items one at a time.
    - Paired Stimuli: Present two items for choice.
    - Multiple Stimuli w/o Replacement: Remove selected items in each trial.
B-2 Assist with Individualized Assessment Procedures
- Conduct assessments under BCBA direction.
- Techniques include Functional assessments and Curriculum-based assessments.
- Baseline: Initial data to inform skill levels.

C-1 Identify Essential Components of a Written Skill Acquisition Plan
- Target socially significant skills; describe desired proficiency.
- Specify data collection procedures.
- Conduct baseline assessments.
C-2 Prepare for Session as Required by Skill Acquisition Plan
- Ensure all materials are available.
C-3 Use Contingencies of Reinforcement
- Continuous vs. Intermittent: Continuous reinforces every instance, intermittent reinforces based on schedules (Fixed/Variable).

D-1 Identify Essential Components of a Written Behavior Reduction Plan
D-2 Describe Common Functions of Behavior
- Functions include Attention, Tangible, Escape, and Automatic.
D-3 Implement Interventions Based on Modification of Antecedents
- Modify motivating operations and discriminative stimuli.
D-4 Implement Differential Reinforcement Procedures
- Procedures include DRA, DRO, DRI, DRH, and DRL.

Effectively communicate with a supervisor and document client interactions accurately.
Objective Session Notes: Use observable behaviors for documentation.

F-1 Describe BACB’s RBT Supervision Requirements
- Supervision: At least 5% of monthly work hours.
F-2 Respond to Feedback: Maintain performance by adhering to supervision directives.

Operational Definition: Clearly and objectively define behaviors.
Differential Reinforcement: Reinforce specific behaviors while withholding for others.
Extinction: A previously reinforced behavior stops being reinforced.
Motivating Operation: Affects the value of reinforcement.

Reinforcement: Increases behavior likelihood; can be Positive or Negative.
Data Collection Methods: Continuous (Frequency, Duration) vs. Discontinuous (Partial Interval, Whole Interval).
Graphing Data: Essential for visual representation and analysis of progress.