Abuse/Neglect for RBTs

Course Code: REL-ABA-0-ANRBT

Hours: 1

Type: Online Course

Content Expiration Date: 12/31/2028

Learning Objectives:
Recognize the signs of abuse and neglect.
Describe appropriate responses to suspected abuse or neglect.
Describe trauma-informed strategies for interacting with clients who have experienced abuse and neglect.

Outline:
Lesson 1: The Signs of Abuse and Neglect

Introduction

What is Abuse and Neglect?

Abuse and People with Autism and Intellectual Disabilities

Factors Associated with Maltreatment

What Does Abuse Look Like

Review

Lesson Summary

Lesson 2: How to Respond to Maltreatment

Introduction

What is a Mandated Reporter?

What does the RBT Ethics Code Say?

What Happens After You Report

Review

Lesson Summary

Lesson 3: Trauma-Informed Responses to Abuse and Neglect

Introduction

What is Trauma?

What Should RBTs Know About Trauma-Informed Care?

Review

Lesson Summary

Writer: Rhonda Davin, Ph.D., BCBA-D

Dr. Rhonda Davin is a Board-Certified Behavior Analyst with over 25 years of experience in the fields of developmental disabilities and autism. She has served the field as a teacher, college professor, consultant, and expert witness. She started Behavior Consulting Services which provided direct behavior analytic services to children with autism and their families. She has supervised and mentored several behavior analysts and service providers currently practicing in the field today. Dr. Davin has also provided technical assistance for large-scale organizational change efforts in the area of Positive Behavior Supports.

Target Audience:
The target audience for this course is: Registered Behavior Technician; in the following settings: Intellectual Developmental Disabilities.

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Course Delivery Method and Format
Asynchronous Distance Learning with interactivity which includes quizzes with questions/answers, and posttests.