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Instructors: Amelia Dalphonse, MA, BCBA and Nicole Dionne, MA, LCMHC, BCBA
Amelia Dalphonse, MA, BCBA, co-founded Master ABA with her twin sister, Dianna Kelly, bringing over 13 years of expertise in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA). Passionate about prioritizing client needs, Amelia earned a Master’s degree in ABA and became a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA).
At Master ABA, Amelia and Dianna lead with innovation, emphasizing client-centered care to drive meaningful change. As an ACE provider, they’ve established the institution as a hub for progressive ABA practices, inspiring others to adopt compassionate and ethical approaches.
Through her role at Master ABA, Amelia advocates for advancing the ABA field with empathy and integrity. She stays abreast of the latest research, continuously seeking opportunities for professional growth.
Amelia’s leadership and dedication continue to shape the ABA community, empowering practitioners to prioritize client well-being. Together with her sister, she envisions a future where ethical values drive positive change in ABA practices.
Nicole Dionne is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor based in Greenland, NH, with over 19 years of experience in the mental health field. She emphasizes the importance of collaborative relationships and acknowledges the inherent strength within each individual who seeks her guidance. Dionne’s primary objective is to create a secure environment conducive to processing and overcoming life’s stressors.
Her services cater to individuals spanning from early childhood through adulthood. Dionne specializes in perinatal, prenatal, and infant mental health, focusing on early intervention. Additionally, she is proficient in working with a neurodiverse clientele, addressing conditions such as autism, ADHD, and various intellectual and neurodiverse presentations.
Why is Reflections on Practice: Enhancing Competence in BCBA Practice important?
Ever feel like you’re the only one who can help?
That’s exactly where I found myself when a parent walked in with a desperate plea. Their 4-year-old son refused all solid foods. The other BCBAs, while skilled, lacked the depth of feeding expertise needed for this complex case.
I was asked to take it on. Though I had significant feeding experience, this particular situation stretched my knowledge. We couldn’t easily find a suitable referral in the area.
Then, a breakthrough: The father casually mentioned his son eating popsicles. A solid! That sparked a plan. Despite my experience, I wasn’t content to rest on past knowledge. I dug into the latest research, seeking out training to refine my skills for this specific challenge.
This case taught me the delicate balance: confidence in your competence, but also the humility to always keep learning.
Protect Your License, Empower Your Practice: Competence Training for Confident BCBAs
As a BCBA, staying within your scope of competence is not just about providing great service – it’s about protecting your license and ensuring the long-term success of your practice. Navigating ethical complexities and staying current on best practices takes continuous effort.
If you’re not careful you face:
- Uncertainty in Complex Situations: Real-world practice is full of gray areas. Without focused training on competency, you might feel less certain about your abilities or struggle to determine the right course of action in challenging scenarios.
- Diminished Service Quality: Practicing outside your scope or with insufficient training can compromise the quality of services you provide to clients, potentially impeding their progress.
- Missed Opportunities for Growth: A strong grasp of competence unlocks opportunities for greater responsibility, specialization, or leadership roles. Lack of clarity in this area could limit your professional development.
But that’s not the end of it—the problem’s actually worse than that! If you fail to ensure you meet the BACB’s competency guidelines you are at increased risk of:
- Â Ethical Violations: Without a solid understanding of the BACB Ethics Code related to competence, you’re more likely to make decisions that fall outside your scope, potentially violating ethical guidelines and jeopardizing your license.
- Vulnerability to Reputation Damage: Ethical missteps or working outside your area of expertise can harm your reputation, both within the profession and your community.
- Potential for Client Harm: While unintentional, practicing outside your scope of competence can put clients at risk of not receiving the appropriate level of treatment or support they need.
That’s why we’ve developed Reflections on Practice: Enhancing Competence in BCBA Practice – a course designed to empower you with the knowledge and tools you need to thrive as a competent and confident practitioner.
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