Mandatory Reporter Training
Code of Ethics
State Regulations
Resources
ABC Reporting Policy
100

Who should you report to?

What is your direct supervisor

100

What RBT ethical code outlines reporting

What is 3.04 RBTs are aware of the events they need to self-report to the BACB and any other required entities (e.g., employer, supervisor). They self-report to the BACB within 30 days of the event or within 30 days of becoming aware of the event.

100

When should you make a report?

What is any suspected instance?

100

How do you contact the board?

Show the website 

100

Where do you go for questions? 

What is If a teammate has questions about reporting the teammate should reach out to their direct supervisor or ABC leadership for support.

200

True or false: If multiple people observe the incident, they all need to make the report.

False: Only one person needs to make the report but can send the confirmation to the others so they know it's completed. 
200

What is the BCBA ethical code number and description for responding to requests

1.15: Behavior analysts make appropriate efforts to respond to requests for information from and comply with deadlines of relevant individuals (e.g., clients, stakeholders, supervisees, trainees) and entities (e.g., BACB, licensure boards, funders). They also comply with practice requirements (e.g., attestations, criminal background checks) imposed by the BACB, employers, or governmental entities.

200

Are you eligible to make the report?

What is YES, you are a mandated reporter. 

200

How do you make a report to DFPS? 

Show the website

200

What should you do if you consider reporting but decide against it?

What is document the “why?”

○ Document any next steps that were applied (e.g., discussion with family)

300

I heard this from another person? What should I report? 

What are What are the facts? What are your state laws around mandatory reporting? Do you believe the concern presents “reasonable cause” to suspect potential ANE?

300

What is the BCBA ethical code and description for Being Truthful

What is 1.01: Behavior analysts are truthful and arrange the professional environment to promote truthful behavior in others. They do not create professional situations that result in others engaging in behavior that is fraudulent or illegal or that violates the Code. They also provide truthful and accurate information to all required entities (e.g., BACB, licensure boards, funders) and individuals (e.g., clients, stakeholders, supervisees, trainees), and they correct instances of untruthful or inaccurate submissions as soon as they become aware of them.

300

What happens if you do not report but it was confirmed you were aware?

What is loss of certification and being liable by the state?

300

How do you make a report to ABC credentialing?

Show

300

What is the definition of assent?

What is Vocal or nonvocal verbal behavior that can be taken to indicate willingness to participate in research or behavioral services by individuals who cannot provide informed consent (e.g., because of age or intellectual impairments). Assent may be required by a research review committee or a service organization. In such instances, those entities will provide parameters for assessing assent

400

True or False: I have to call the police when I make a cps report

False: if the child is in immediate danger you do

400

What is the BCBA ethical code for Documenting Professional Activity?

What is 3.11: Throughout the service relationship, behavior analysts create and maintain detailed and high-quality documentation of their professional activities to facilitate provision of services by them or by other professionals, to ensure accountability, and to meet applicable requirements (e.g., laws, regulations, funder and organization policies). Documentation must be created and maintained in a manner that allows for timely communication and transition of services, should the need arise.

400

What are the 5 different forms of abuse? 

What are physical, sexual, mental/ emotional abuse, discriminatory, neglect or ommision

400

How do you make a report to ABC legal?

Show

400

What email will you receive from the BCBA if you are being reported?

An email recommending to self-report

500

General rule: 

What is If you see something, say something. The sooner, the better.

500

What is the BCBA ethical code number and description got conforming with Legal and Professional Requirements

1.02: What is Behavior analysts follow the law and the requirements of their professional community (e.g., BACB, licensure board).

500

Find the table (visual) for reporting to the board?

Find

500

Who should be the first person you contact?

Direct supervisor or CD or OM

500

What are the five items that should be included in the report details to ABC?

What is
Patient name

Date of report

Agencies contacted (CPS, police, BACB)

Method of contact

Brief description of incident