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| International Paper Session - Functional Analysis Skills Training for Residential Caregivers |
| Saturday, May 26, 2007 |
| 1:00 PM–1:20 PM |
| Mohsen AB |
| Area: TBA |
| Chair: Katrina J. Phillips (University of Auckland) |
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| Functional Analysis Skills Training for Residential Caregivers |
| Domain: Applied Research |
| KATRINA J. PHILLIPS (University of Auckland), Oliver C. Mudford (University of Auckland) |
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| Abstract: It has been suggested that functional analyses are not conducted regularly due to the level of skill required. A multiple baseline design across participants was used to assess if four residential caregivers could be trained to implement the standard conditions from the analog functional analysis. The basic training consisted of a lecture, written information, modeling, rehearsal, and feedback. Results showed that all participants were able to achieve percentage correct responding scores above 95% on three consecutive trials following training, compared with zero or near zero correct responding in baseline. One caregiver showed positive generalization of skills to the assessment of another behavioral topography. The result of this study provides further evidence that lay individuals can be trained to conduct aspects of functional analysis assessment. |
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