Seth Walker, M. Ed., BCBA is currently an Early Career Fellow at the Behavior Analyst Certification Board. Seth received his master’s degree from the University of Utah under the mentorship of Dr. Robert O’Neill in 2015 and is currently completing his doctorate at Utah State University under the mentorship of Drs. Tyra Sellers and Sarah Pinkelman. Seth’s experience includes consultation and delivery of services in medical/psychiatric, in-home, and educational settings. Seth has been a member of a number of regional and state behavior analytic associations including, Colorado Association for Behavior Analysis, Utah Association for Behavior Analysis, and Four Corners Association for Behavior Analysis.

Abstract: I will discuss recent developments at the Behavior Analyst Certification Board (BACB). The most current data on the BACB’s certification programs will be provided: Board Certified Behavior Analyst, Board Certified Assistant Behavior Analyst, and Registered Behavior Technician. In addition, a number of recent and impending developments at the BACB will be described, including changes to standards, new initiatives, and various other upcoming developments at the BACB.

Objectives:

1. Participants will be able to describe recent BACB data trends.
2. Participants will be able to describe the BACB’s recent developments.
3. Participants will be able to describe key facets of the BACB’s recent standards changes.