This essential read is a cornerstone in the world of ABA, laying out the seven key dimensions that guide evidence-based practices today. Perfect for graduate students working toward BCBA or BCaBA certification, this article dives into core concepts like how to create interventions that actually last, impact real-life behaviors, and stay aligned with solid behavioral principles. It's a must-read for anyone in the field looking to sharpen their skills and deepen their understanding of effective, ethical, and socially meaningful behavior analysis.
APA citation for the flagship article by Baer, Wolf, and Risley:
Baer, D. M., Wolf, M. M., & Risley, T. R. (1968). Some current dimensions of applied behavior analysis. Journal of Applied Behavior Analysis, 1(1), 91–97. https://doi.org/10.1901/jaba.1968.1-91
Grab your free download of Some Current Dimensions of Applied Behavior Analysis by Baer, Wolf, and Risley (1968).
Doris Adams Hill, PhD, BCBA-D1 , Theoni Mantzoros, MS, BCBA2 , and Jonté C. Taylor, PhD
Explore this foundational article by Iwata and Dozier on the clinical applications of functional analysis (FA). This comprehensive piece dives deep into methodologies and their proven success in identifying and managing problem behaviors through systematic assessment. Ideal for behavior analysts aiming to deepen their understanding and refine their approach, this resource equips practitioners with evidence-based strategies to improve treatment outcomes. Perfect for those pursuing their BCBA credentials or seeking to enhance their applied knowledge in behavior assessment.
The 6th Edition Self-Assessment is a tool designed to help supervisees and supervisors evaluate their knowledge and proficiency across all areas of the 6th edition task list. This can be completed alone as a supervisee or together with a supervisor, and can be used to discuss current baseline levels at the beginning of the supervisory relationship as well as referenced throughout the supervisory experience.