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Optimizing Outcomes

Webinar Overview
Optimizing outcomes provides clinicians (BCBA, LCSW, LMFT, Psychologists) who provide behavioral interventions to the I/DD community an analysis of the current research regarding ABA treatment and outcomes, particularly in the realm of hours of ABA provided. This webinar covers the history and current research of ABA dosage and relevant outcome measures for the I/DD population in the context of behavioral health treatment.

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Webinar Details

Course Details

Webinar Info

1 fully virtual webinar

1 quiz

Level: Intermediate

Price: Complementary for Catalight Care Service in-network practitioners.

Exam Details

Learning Objectives

Participants will be able to:

  • Synthesize and describe the research literature on hours “dosage” and outcomes for the autistic population.
  • Identify three constructive critiques of the original Lovaas study.
  • Describe at least two ways more recent studies on hours and outcomes in interventions based on ABA should impact treatment recommendations.
  • List at least three benefits of following the most recent research on fewer hours in ABA interventions.
  • Describe how low-dosage, parent-mediated models of ABA can produce meaningful outcomes.
  • Distinguish at least three benefits of following the most recent research on fewer hours in ABA interventions.
Continuing Education

Continuing Education

Credits for eligible participants

1 APA
1.5 BACB
1 CAMFT
1.5 SLP
1.5 OT

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Presenter

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Lindsey Sneed, Ph.D., BCBA-D
Developer and Instructor

Degrees/Credentials

  • Licensed Psychologist #PSY34154
  • Ph.D., Clinical Psychology, Walden University
  • MS, Applied Psychology, Walden University
  • MS, Educational Counseling, National University
  • BA, Counseling Psychology, William Jessup University
  • RUBI Certified

Disclosures: None.

Current Position

  • Vice President of Clinical Excellence, Catalight
  • Adjunct Professor, University of San Francisco

Who Should Take This Webinar?

  • Clinicians aiming to make a significant impact on their clients and help them achieve their optimal outcomes.

Prerequisites

  • This webinar is open to any clinician in the CCS Network.
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Webinar

Pricing

Member Price: Complementary for Catalight Care Service in-network practitioners.

For more information on our refund, accommodation and other related policies, please see our policy page.

Webinar Outcomes

  • Clinicians will explore the historical context of the 30-40 hour per week ABA dosage recommendation and understand the significance of evidence-based practices in ABA treatment. Additionally, they will synthesize recent research showing that lower dosage ABA can be as effective as higher dosage ABA.