The Behavior Analyst

This PPT deck is editable- meaning you can adjust to your audience's needs.This training was initially used as a training in a school district that was learning the fundamentals of DTT. IT goes in-depth through all the major aspects of DTT, and how to start staff out on the right step. This can also be used with parents to help them understand why we use this teaching methodology. This PPT covers: What is DTT?Components of DTTHow to run a trial?Prompting hierarchy & ReinforcementData CollectionS

Are you struggling to teach staff how to manage challenging behaviors? This PowerPoint training was initially designed to equip teachers and paraprofessionals with effective evidence-based strategies to address behaviors, but can be applied to anyone working with children with social-emotional needs. **Editable- feel free to edit/add as you need**Key Topics Covered:Understanding the Functions of Behavior: Learn to identify the underlying reasons behind challenging behaviors to tailor your inte

*Editable- you can adjust to audience.This is the 3rd in a series of training to come specifically for parents & school staff. 2 PPTS: one in English & the other in Spanish.Topics covered: What is a reinforcer?What is considered reinforcing?Positive vs. negative reinforcementConditioned vs. unconditioned reinforcersPreference AssessmentsBest practices (e.g., Matching Law, satiation)Tips: This was meant to be a shorter training (20-30 minutes) in order to sustain engagement. Focus on one trainin

This is the 4th in a series of training to come specifically for parents & school staff.Topics covered: What are proactive strategies? (Positive Behavior Supports) Why do we use them more so than reactive strategies?Strategies: Modifying their environment; Priming (e.g., First/then, problem-solving, visual schedule); Choices; Non-contingent reinforcement; Reinforcement systems; Establishing Motivation; Functional communication training; Coping Strategies; ShapingHow to fade out supports. Tips:

This is a PPT training specifically for parents & school staff on de-escalation strategies for challenging behaviors, based on Safety Care's framework. Topics covered: What are reactive/de-escalation strategies? (Positive Behavior Supports)WAIT (Why am I talking) stagePrompt StageWhat to do if the child starts escalating again?Help stageReference SheetTips: If incorporating it within a school system: Work with teachers to give praise to staff when using strategies identified in the training.

This was created to teach matching by aligning with developmental milestones. Once, the learner masters one set of pictures, move to the next set, which gets progressively harder. It follows Discrete Trial Training (DTT) & Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) principles, gradually increasing difficulty to ensure skill mastery. Animals include: Pets, Wild Animals, Farm AnimalsPicture sets: Matching Identical Pictures (No Background): Build foundational matching skills with clear, simple images.Matc

This is a customizable coping strategy visual designed to help students identify and manage their emotions. This includes: 1. "When I Am" starters:When I am sad..When I am mad...When someone makes me angry...When I am frustrated...2. Twenty-five different coping strategies to choose from. Easily adapt the visual to fit your learner's unique needs by choosing from different of strategies. 3. Customizable PowerPoint template: Easily adapt the visual to fit your learner's unique needs by editing

*Editable- you can adjust to audience.This is the 3rd in a series of training to come specifically for parents & school staff. Topics covered: Functions of BehaviorsChallenging Behaviors- functionTeaching Replacement BehaviorsMatching LawIncreasing ReinforcementTips: This was meant to be a shorter training (20-30 minutes) in order to sustain engagement. Focus on one training each month.If incorporating it within a school system: Work with teachers to give praise to staff when using strategies i

*Editable- you can adjust to audience.This is the first in a series of training to come specifically for parents & school staff. Topics covered: Importance of Language Short & Concise LanguageLimits ReprimandsAvoid Power StruggleResponse Interruption & RedirectionMaximize ReinforcementTips: This was meant to be a shorter training (20-30 minutes) in order to sustain engagement and allow for it to be used during the school day. Focus on one training each month.Work with teachers to give praise t

*Editable, meaning you can adjust for your audience.This Play Skills PPT training, aims to equip staff and parents with knowledge about the different developmental levels of play (e.g., learning to learn skills) and how to incorporate activities for each. This includes a section on common play issues and how to address each. This is especially helpful when considering children with special needs. Content includes: Why is play importantPlay levels- chronological age does not always equal develo