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Wanda has completed her experience hours, and just graduated with a degree in behavior analysis. She’s scheduled her BCBA exam with Pearson a month and a half from now. While updating her CV with her new degree information, she adds “BCBA Pending” to the “Certifications and Credentials” section. What Code item has Wanda violated?

A graduate student in a behavior analysis program, Lola, is presenting her thesis project at a local ABA conference. She has applied for the BCBA exam, but hasn’t taken it yet. The chair of the symposium introduces Lola like this: “Next up we have Lola, another BCBA from Florida Tech, who will be presenting the thesis research she completed last year on the role of compound stimuli in the elicitation of anxiety.” Lola, nervous about presenting and not wanting to embarrass the prestigious symposium chair, says nothing and begins her talk.  What Code item has Lola violated?

The BACB’s definition of ‘client’ includes 4 categories. List 2 of them.

The BACB’s definition of public statement includes 10 types of public statements. List 3 of them.

Explain the potential harms that can come from a multiple relationship.

Marco then went to his wonderful, amazing professor, Dr. Gokey, for help. Which of the following would be appropriate for Marco to ask Dr. Gokey?

BCBA Gregor a successful and experienced behavior analyst working in an autism center. Gregor is minding his own business when suddenly a parent appears and asks Gregor if he can help their daughter. According to the Code, what should Gregor say?

According to the Code, how long must a behavior analyst retain client records/data?

Section 2 of the BACB Code describes 4 instances/situations in which a behavior analyst should terminate behavior analytic services with a client. Describe 2 of them.

This class will not include a research paper.