EPISODE · Oct 14, 2025 · 54 MIN
Episode 237: An HBCU First: Training The Next Generation of Black Behavior Analysts at Florida A&M University
from Behaviour Speak with Ben Reiman · host Ben Reiman
This conversation explores the development of the first graduate-level Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA) program at a Historically Black College and University (HBCU), Florida A&M University. The discussion highlights the importance of HBCUs in addressing the educational needs of African-American students, the collaborative efforts of faculty and community members, and the program's commitment to inclusivity and cultural perspectives in behaviour analysis. The team emphasizes the significance of practicum partnerships, research opportunities, and support for international students, aiming to create a diverse and accessible ABA program that meets the needs of underrepresented communities. This project would not be possible without the support of : Dr. Jermaine Robertson, FAMU Psychology Dr. Valencia E. Matthews, FAMU, CSSAH Dr. Allyson Watson, FAMU Provost Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/_itm0knPCSg Continuing Education Credits (https://www.cbiconsultants.com/shop) BACB: 1.0 Learning IBAO: 1.0 Cultural QABA: 1.0 General CBA: 1.0 Cultural Diversity Follow us! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/behaviourspeak/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/behaviourspeak/ Contact: Dr. Neico Slater Sa-Ra Website https://www.drslatersara.com/ LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/neico-slater-sa-ra-ph-d-509728187 Dr. Sharlyn Crump https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-sharlyn-crump-bcba-iba-lba-232a4a6a https://www.bestabaprogram.com/ Tia Glover LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/tiadglover/ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/tiagloverbehavioralhealth/ https://www.instagram.com/tia_dann/?hl=en Adrienne Bradley LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/adrienne-bradley-m-ed-bcba-lba-2845aa180 Instagran https://www.instagram.com/xoxo.contingencynerd/ My interview with Adrienne https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-76-the-next-generation-of-black-leaders-in-behavior-analysis-empowering-success-with-adrienne-bradley-med-bcba-lba/ Links: Florida A&M University Psychology https://cssah.famu.edu/departments-and-centers/psychology/index.php Black Men in Behavior Analysis https://bmbanetwork.org/ IMHOTEP Conference https://cssah.famu.edu/departments-and-centers/psychology/imhotep.php International Behavior Analyst Organization https://theibao.com/ Savannah State University Behavior Analysis Program https://savannahstate.edu/programs/behavior-analysis/ Association for Professional Behavior Analysts https://www.apbahome.net/ Related Behaviour Speak Episodes Episode 223: Building Community in Behavior Analysis with Dr. Jewel Parham https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-223-building-community-in-behavior-analysis-with-dr-jewel-parham/ Episode 171: Empowering Black Voices in Autism Research with Dr. Brian Boyd https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-171-empowering-black-voices-in-autism-research/ with Dr. Brian Boyd Episode 98: Black Liberation Psychology with Dr. Evan Auguste https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-98-black-liberation-psychology-a-conversation-with-dr-evan-auguste/ Episode 79 Black Men in Behavior Analysis with Jeron Trotman https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode79-black-men-in-behavior-analysis-with-jeron-trotman/ Episode 76: The Next Generation of Black Leaders in Behavior Analysis with Adrienne Bradley https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-76-the-next-generation-of-black-leaders-in-behavior-analysis-empowering-success-with-adrienne-bradley-med-bcba-lba/ To get the latest updates, scan this QR code!
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This conversation explores the development of the first graduate-level Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA) program at a Historically Black College and University (HBCU), Florida A&M University. The discussion highlights the importance of HBCUs in addressing the educational needs of African-American students, the collaborative efforts of faculty and community members, and the program's commitment to inclusivity and cultural perspectives in behaviour analysis. The team emphasizes the significance of practicum partnerships, research opportunities, and support for international students, aiming to create a diverse and accessible ABA program that meets the needs of underrepresented communities. This project would not be possible without the support of : Dr. Jermaine Robertson, FAMU Psychology Dr. Valencia E. Matthews, FAMU, CSSAH Dr. Allyson Watson, FAMU Provost Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/_itm0knPCSg Continuing Education Credits (https://www.cbiconsultants.com/shop) BACB: 1.0 LearningIBAO: 1.0 CulturalQABA: 1.0 GeneralCBA: 1.0 Cultural Diversity Follow us! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/behaviourspeak/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/behaviourspeak/ Contact: Dr. Neico Slater Sa-Ra Website https://www.drslatersara.com/ LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/neico-slater-sa-ra-ph-d-509728187 Dr. Sharlyn Crump https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-sharlyn-crump-bcba-iba-lba-232a4a6a https://www.bestabaprogram.com/ Tia Glover LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/tiadglover/ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/tiagloverbehavioralhealth/ https://www.instagram.com/tia_dann/?hl=en Adrienne Bradley LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/adrienne-bradley-m-ed-bcba-lba-2845aa180 Instagran https://www.instagram.com/xoxo.contingencynerd/ My interview with Adrienne https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-76-the-next-generation-of-black-leaders-in-behavior-analysis-empowering-success-with-adrienne-bradley-med-bcba-lba/ Links: Florida A&M University Psychology https://cssah.famu.edu/departments-and-centers/psychology/index.php Black Men in Behavior Analysis https://bmbanetwork.org/ IMHOTEP Conference https://cssah.famu.edu/departments-and-centers/psychology/imhotep.php International Behavior Analyst Organization https://theibao.com/ Savannah State University Behavior Analysis Program https://savannahstate.edu/programs/behavior-analysis/ Association for Professional Behavior Analysts https://www.apbahome.net/ Related Behaviour Speak Episodes Episode 223: Building Community in Behavior Analysis with Dr. Jewel Parham https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-223-building-community-in-behavior-analysis-with-dr-jewel-parham/ Episode 171: Empowering Black Voices in Autism Research with Dr. Brian Boyd https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-171-empowering-black-voices-in-autism-research/ with Dr. Brian Boyd Episode 98: Black Liberation Psychology with Dr. Evan Auguste https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-98-black-liberation-psychology-a-conversation-with-dr-evan-auguste/ Episode 79 Black Men in Behavior Analysis with Jeron Trotman https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode79-black-men-in-behavior-analysis-with-jeron-trotman/ Episode 76: The Next Generation of Black Leaders in Behavior Analysis with Adrienne Bradleyhttps://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-76-the-next-generation-of-black-leaders-in-behavior-analysis-empowering-success-with-adrienne-bradley-med-bcba-lba/ To get the latest updates, scan this QR code!
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