Behavior Technician Learning Series:  Data Collection Methods

Date: 4/28/2017

Time: 1:00pm - 4:00pm

Location: Wayne County Community College - 21000 Northline Rd, Taylor, MI 48180 

Credits: 3.0 currently pending for 1.) Social Work (CEC), 2.) National Board for Certified Counselors (NBCC)

Suggested Participants: Behavior Technicians, CLS Workers

Presenter: Victoria Cummings, BCBA

Information:

Data collection, also referred to as measurement, is the process of assigning numbers or units to a particular feature of objects or events (Johston & Pennypacker, 1993).  In the field of ABA, we use this type of measurement on a daily basis to make research-based and treatment decisions.  Collecting data allows variables to be looked at objectively and quantifiably, enabling us to determine functional relationships between the behaviors or skills we are trying to change, and methods used to impart this change.  The current training is intended to teach the audience the importance of data collection and analysis as well as how to effectively collect, graph, and analyze various types of data. 

Course Objectives:

1.) Be Trained on the Importance of Objective Data Collection

Learners will learn the significant role data collection plays in making objective treatment decisions

2.) Be Able to Collect Data Using Various Recording Methods

Learners will be trained on the various data collection methods used in ABA and how to effectively implement them.

3.) Learn Graphing Basics And How to Analyze Data Trends

Trainees will learn multiple ways to graph data and how to recognize trends

4.) Be Able To Effectively Collect And Graph Behavioral Data

Trainees will practice collecting behavioral data and learn how to select graphing methods that best represent the targeted data

Agenda:

Time Activity

1:00pm Data Collection 101

1:30pm Group Activity

2:00pm Graphing

2:30pm Break

3:00pm Behavioral Data Collection

3:30pm Group Activity

3:45pm Conclusion + Q & A

ADA Accommodations

If you have individual requirements or need special services to participate in this training, please notify Andrea at asmith1@dwmha.com. Please make arrangements at least two weeks before the training date.

Walk-In Policy: Participants are welcome to attend the training as a walk-in (someone that did not pre-register), however, walk-ins will NOT be guaranteed seats or materials. Walk-ins will be asked to wait until the training begins in order to receive training materials and be seated to assure that there is enough room. Plan to pre-register to ensure your attendance.

If you have technical questions regarding the onine registration process, contact the DWMHA Help Desk at 313-451-3792

For questions regarding this training please contact Victoria Cummings, BCBA 313-831-5535 ext. 1534

Registration will close on 4/21/2017

PLEASE NOTE: REGISTRATION FEES MAY APPLY

If you work WITHIN Wayne County please dismiss the payment portion of the registration process and hit "submit".

If you work OUTSIDE of Wayne County there is a nominal $15.00 registration fee to attend this training. Please pay prior to your arrival by entering your credit card information when the registration process asks for it. You may also bring a company check or money order for the full amount with you to the registration table at the event as well. All checks/money orders can be made out to ‘DWMHA’. Receipts will be available upon request.