Ethics for Behavior Analysts

Being truthful is a value all behavior analysts should deliberately display in both their professional and personal lives.

• true -code 1.01

• true-code 2.03

• false

The standard accepted practice in our field is for professionals to give at least 30 days notice of their intent to leave the organization

• False-only two weeks -code1.02

• False

• True-code 1.02

• True- code 1.04

Behavior analysts should practice within their scope of competence, which can include taking on a case you don't have experience in

• False

• True-code 1.04 &1.05

Why should behavior analysts stay on top of research & read articles/listen to field related podcasts? What code, if any, speak to this?

Coercive control refers to a pattern of controlling behaviors that create an unequal power dynamic in a professional or even organizational relationship

• True- code 1.13

• False-code 1.16

Are behavior analysts charged with using only conceptually consistent, evidence-based methods? If so, state what code and why this is crucial? Why can't we use sensory integration, for example?

Knowing that they are not evidence-based, should BCBAs be implementing treatments such as Zones of Regulation, and Social Behavior Mapping as treatments for children with Autism? Address the codes & explain why or why not.

I am an RBT but currently in my third class for my BCaBA so I am following those experience standards.

If my supervisor never signed my contract, and she's been 'supervising' me, do my hours from the last three months not count? Is she at fault for this?

• True-code 4.05 & 4.06

• True-code 4.05 only

• False

What is the purpose of having & following a code of ethics? Why do behavior analysts need to learn this & how does it tie into applicable federal and state regulations? Brief response only

What resonates with you the most from this course? List a few key points.