Episode 6. Applied Behavior Analysis and Speech-Language Pathology

DescriptionThis podcast features a panel of five clinically certified speech-language pathologists (SLPs), four of whom are also certified in applied behavior analysis (ABA). Following introductions of the panelists and a definition of ABA, each panelist describes what motivated her to study the science of ABA and how the assimilation of ABA-based teaching strategies into SLP service delivery has enhanced their clinical practice. Also discussed are the steps involved in earning ABA certification and the availability of a special interest group (SIG) called SPABA (Speech Pathology-Applied Behavior Analysis) within the Association of Behavior Analysis International (ABAI). SPABA is for SLPs and ABA professionals who wish to learn from and about each other’s professions.PanelistsMareile Koenig, Ph.D., CCC-SLP, BCBA, West Chester UniversityNikia Dower, M.S., CCC-SLP. BCBA, Dower and Associates, Inc.Heather Forbes, Ph.D., CCC-SLP, BCBA-D, West Virginia UniversityJoanne Gerenser, Ph.D., Eden II Programs, Staten Island, NYTammy Kasper, M.S., CCC-SLP, BCBA, Kasper Enterprises, LLCLinksBCBA Certification Requirements: https://www.bacb.com/bcba/BCaBA Certification Requirements: https://www.bacb.com/bcaba/SPABA Special Interest Group https://www.behavioralspeech.com/