Do Better Pod Live: Where do you see the field in 6 Years?

At the CARES conference hosted by United Caring Partners, Dr. Megan had the pleasure of sitting on a panel presented by the folks at ABA Inside Track and the last question of the panel was: In 6 years, what do you hope to see at this conference? In today's episode, Dr. Megan, Joe, and members of the Do Better Collective discuss how they would answer this question.

We want to know your answer! Comment and let us know what you hope to see in 6 years in the field of ABA!

AI NOTES FROM FATHOM:
Meeting Purpose

Live recording of the Do Better Podcast to discuss the vision for the field of behavior analysis in 6 years

Key Takeaways

• AI and ethical utilization of AI in ABA service delivery is a critical area the field needs to address
• More robust training/supervision requirements and opportunities for BCBAs, focus on developing problem-solving skills
• Increased emphasis on family systems, human development, and avoiding pathologizing in training
• Conference speakers should highlight more practitioner work rather than just research
• Include more focus on adult services as clients grow older

AI Utilization

• Field needs guidelines on ethical, HIPAA-compliant use of AI for reducing burnout, increasing efficiency
• Payers may utilize AI first if field does not get ahead of it
• Opportunities for AI to support data collection, treatment planning, flagging non-individualized programming

BCBA Training

• Need more robust training requirements beyond just passing exam
• Potential internship model, assigned mentors, focus on applied skills
• Conference sessions/discounts to engage current BCBA candidates

Human Development & Family Systems

• Increased emphasis on human development to avoid pathologizing
• Training on working with entire family system, not just client

Conference Focus

• Shift towards practitioner speakers sharing actual clinical work
• Include local providers, not just recurring list of presenters
• Representation of all perspectives - race, disability, gender, etc.