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In today's "Day in the Life Series" edition of the BT Focus Podcast, we sit down with Rex! Rex shares with great passion how he transitioned from a career in sales to a career as a behavior technician and how that has evolved to now pursuing his BCBA. He shares insight into how working as a behavior technician has helped him grow as a person, student, and professional. Finally, Rex shares some of his community involvement with the "Step into the Spotlight" event dedicated to providing an inclusive, joyful, red-carpet dance experience to teens within his community!

Happy Holidays BT Focus listeners! In today's mini-episode, we reflect on the close of 2021 and Season 1 of the podcast. Listen as we recap highlights from the past year and share what listeners can expect in the year ahead! Got a question, comment, or feedback for Season 2?! Let us know at btfocus@centriahealthcare.com - Happy New Years!

In this episode, we are joined by BT guest hosts Dan Jones & Victoria Deshazor to continue our review of the RBT Task List - 2nd Edition! This episode explores the following Task List items under section "C. Skill Acquisition:" C-8 - Implement stimulus control transfer procedures You will hear real-life scenarios, relevance to practice, and some practical test prep questions to support you on the path to RBT certification! Interested in contributing to the BT Focus Podcast? We'd love to connect! Reach us at btfocus@centriahealthcare.com

In this episode, we are joined by BT guest hosts Dan Jones & Victoria Deshazor to continue our review of the RBT Task List - 2nd Edition! This episode explores the following Task List items under section "C. Skill Acquisition:" C-7 Implement discrimination training You will hear real-life scenarios, relevance to practice, and some practical test prep questions to support you on the path to RBT certification! Interested in contributing to the BT Focus Podcast? We'd love to connect! Reach us at btfocus@centriahealthcare.com

Show note - This episode is a rebroadcast. Originally aired March 6, 2021. In today's episode, we have a roundtable discussion with three incredible BT guests centered around our March BT Team Meeting core value of "Sharp." You will hear from the group, as well as listener submissions, on what this core value means as a behavior technician, how it's made evident in practice - we also have some fun sharing "therapy hacks" on ways you can remain "sharp" as a BT! A most sincere thanks to today's talented BT guests: Victoria Deshazer (MI), Dan Jones (TX), & Jenna Leavitt (OR). Interested in contributing to the BT Focus Podcast? We'd love to connect! Reach us at btfocus@centriahealthcare.com

Show note - This episode is a rebroadcast. Originally aired July 30, 2021. Welcome to the "Day in the Life Series" presented by the BT Focus Podcast!  Today we meet Elise and hear her BT story. We follow her journey from a background in microbiology and geriatrics to her current role as an RBT providing ABA services - with excellent advice, perspectives, and encouragement along the way! BTs interested in participating in the Day in the Life series? We'd love to connect with you! Reach us at btfocus@centriahealthcare.com 

In this episode, we are joined by BT guest hosts Dan Jones & Victoria Deshazor to continue our review of the RBT Task List - 2nd Edition! This episode explores the following Task List items under section "C. Skill Acquisition:" C-6 Implement task analyzed chaining procedures You will hear real-life scenarios, relevance to practice, and some practical test prep questions to support you on the path to RBT certification! Interested in contributing to the BT Focus Podcast? We'd love to connect! Reach us at btfocus@centriahealthcare.com

In today's "ABA FAQ's" edition of the BT Focus Podcast, we explore the behavioral principles of "extinction" and "extinction bursts," their relationship to problem behavior reduction, and why it's true that sometimes it appears that "things get a bit worse before they get better." We'll unpack the defining features of each term, provide relevant examples and scenarios, and leave you with relevant tips for your practice to provide greater levels of understanding and key takeaways. Got a question or feedback? Let us know at btfocus@centriahealthcare.com !

In this episode, we are joined by BT guest hosts Dan Jones & Victoria Deshazor to continue our review of the RBT Task List - 2nd Edition! This episode explores the following Task List items under section "C. Skill Acquisition:" C-5 Implement naturalistic teaching procedures (e.g., incidental teaching) You will hear real-life scenarios, relevance to practice, and some practical test prep questions to support you on the path to RBT certification! Interested in contributing to the BT Focus Podcast? We'd love to connect! Reach us at btfocus@centriahealthcare.com

Welcome to our first installment of "ABA FAQ's", where we explore commonly asked questions about ABA and the behavior technician role! Today we explore the foundational topics of positive and negative reinforcements, including: - How can we define something as "reinforcement"? - What is the difference between "positive" and "negative" reinforcement, and what are some helpful tips to distinguish the two? - RBT exam prep tips related to the topic, real-life examples, and much more! Finally, a special thank you to all of our BT Focus listeners as we celebrate our 50th episode! If you have your own "ABA FAQ" inquiry, let us know at btfocus@centriahealthcare.com !

In this week's episode, we review the foundational procedure of ABC data collection! Learn key features, best practices, and pro tips of this fundamental data collection procedure!

In this episode, we are proud to announce the launch of the Centria Team Member Support Center! This team is dedicated to providing exceptional customer support to our employees to achieve faster, easier, and more streamlined solutions. We sit down with Tom Cattel and Norman Hartman who have played an instrumental role in the launch of the Support Center to hear about: The important "Why" of this initiative How to Support Center was developed and what it hopes to accomplish What Centria members can expect and how they can connect To all of our Centria team members, a special thanks for all you do - this team looks forward to supporting you as you serve our families!

In collaboration with the Centria Ethics Committee, we explore our October Ethics topic of "giving and receiving feedback" related to the RBT Ethics Code 2.0 section: 2.03 - RBTs conduct themselves in a professional manner during all work activities (e.g., delivering services, receiving training or supervision). They take action to improve their performance following feedback from supervisors. Our roundtable discussion includes both Supervising Clinician and behavior technician perspectives on giving and receiving feedback, how feedback can go wrong, and feedback pro-tips to improve your practice! We also explore the common feedback "sandwich method" approach when viewed from a behavior analytic perspective with some key considerations and takeaways! Comment or Question? Let us know at btfocus@centriahealthcare.com !

In this episode, we are joined by BT guest hosts Dan Jones & Victoria Deshazor to continue our review of the RBT Task List - 2nd Edition! This episode explores the following Task List items under section "C. Skill Acquisition:" C-4 Implement discrete-trial teaching procedures You will hear real-life scenarios, relevance to practice, and some practical test prep questions to support you on the path to RBT certification!  Interested in contributing to the BT Focus Podcast? We'd love to connect! Reach us at btfocus@centriahealthcare.com

Welcome to a special "Listener Mailbag" episode where we answer your questions! Today's question: "What are some career path advancement opportunities as a BT?" Areas we explore: Pursuing your RBT certification within your current behavior technician role (Hint! Subscribe to our "RBT Mini Series" to learn more!) Considering a BCaBA or BCBA certification - Visit the BACB website to learn more Centria BTs! Check out our "BT Resource Center" on the Pulse to learn about all of our University Partners for educational benefit opportunities! Visit our Centria Careers Page to learn more about other career opportunities within the organization Got a question/submission of your own? Let us know at btfocus@centriahealthcare.com ! 

In this episode, we are joined by BT guest hosts Dan Jones & Victoria Deshazor to continue our review of the RBT Task List - 2nd Edition! This episode explores the following Task List items under section "C. Skill Acquisition:" C-3 Use contingencies of reinforcement (e.g., conditioned/unconditioned reinforcement, continuous/intermittent schedules). You will hear real-life scenarios, relevance to practice, and some practical test prep questions to support you on the path to RBT certification!  Interested in contributing to the BT Focus Podcast? We'd love to connect! Reach us at btfocus@centriahealthcare.com

Welcome to the "Day in the Life Series" presented by the BT Focus Podcast! Today we meet Haley and hear her BT story. She shares what drew her to the role of a behavior technician, perspectives she keeps to stay motivated and recharged each day, and we close by talking about the importance of play in learning. BTs interested in participating in the "Day in the Life Series"? We'd love to connect with you! Reach us at btfocus@centriahealthcare.com

Welcome to a very special Back-to-School "Mailbag" edition of the BT Focus podcast! We answer your listener submitted questions including: - What advice do you have to overcome therapy distractions? - What advice do you have to deal with regression? - What insight do you have to address challenging behaviors? - What strategies do you have to teach mindfulness / self-care skills? We conclude with several of your "What's your 'Why'" submissions!  Got a question/submission of your own? Let us know at btfocus@centriahealthcare.com ! 

Welcome to the "Day in the Life Series" presented by the BT Focus Podcast! Today we meet Merisa and hear her BT story. We follow her journey outside the field inspired by a passion for psychology, to entering the field of ABA as a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT). We share which perspectives allow Merisa to overcome obstacles and teach from a place of joy and explore key aspects of the BT role such as family engagement. BTs interested in participating in the "Day in the Life Series"? We'd love to connect with you! Reach us at btfocus@centriahealthcare.com 

Welcome to the "Day in the Life Series" presented by the BT Focus Podcast! Today we meet Merisa and hear her BT story. We follow her journey outside the field inspired by a passion for psychology, to entering the field of ABA as a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT). We share which perspectives allow Merisa to overcome obstacles and teach from a place of joy and explore key aspects of the BT role such as family engagement. BTs interested in participating in the "Day in the Life Series"? We'd love to connect with you! Reach us at btfocus@centriahealthcare.com