The New ABA Program Companion

This essential manual for ABA programs has been completely revised and expanded. Blending clear explanations of scientifically-based concepts and methodology, extensive clinical examples and advice, and suggested implementation protocols, the book provides a practical, comprehensive source for creating professional and effective student programs. Chapters cover: essential qualities of an effective ABA program, trans-disciplinary teamwork, curriculum selection and development, program writing and revision, strategies for attention and engagement, prompts, error- correction, and reinforcement, progress evaluation, data-based decision-making and many other vital topics. Training packages for implementers, forms, and a six-month subscription to the new online program development and management software, ABA Program Companion 3.0, is also included.

Tyler Fovel received an M.A.in Psychology (Applied Behavior Analysis) from Northeastern University in 1979, and has been active in ABA for 26 years. He participated in a year-long supervised practicum for professionals in applied behavior analysis therapy with Bridget Taylor, Gina Green, and Lynn Brennen sponsored by The Autism Partnership for Behavior Analysis. He is a senior consultant for ABA programs in Massachusetts and Connecticut. Mr. Fovel founded Strategic Alternatives in 1986, specializing in program development and delivery for families, schools, agencies, and facilities. Serving those with autism and other developmental disabilities, as well as a wide variety of other special needs, the company has been active in the Massachusetts area, Connecticut , and New York through individual consultation, home-based educational programs, workshops, and lectures. Areas of specialization include: behavior analysis, ABA educational programs (home-based or otherwise), functional analysis, scenario-based program model, quality enhancement, and evaluation of psychotropic medication.