Introduction to Code
This code applies to RBT's in all behavior technician activities
What is the RBT Ethics Code 2.0?
This rule requires RBTs to avoid dual relationships and conflicts of interest.
What is ethics code 1.10 avoiding multiple relationships?
RBTs must always act in a way that puts this person’s welfare first.
The Client
A minimum of 5% of monthly service hours with a client
What are supervision requirements?
A supervisor gives a written protocol for a new skill. The RBT feels confident they remember it and decides not to read it, relying on memory. This is acceptable because the RBT already knows how to run similar programs.
False (Code 2.02) :RBTs follow the direction of their supervisors, accurately implement behavior-technician services, and accurately complete all required documentation (e.g., client data, billing records)."
This entity enforces the RBT ethics code to protect clients and stakeholders
What is the Behavior Analyst Certification Board?
This ethical requirement states that RBTs must be truthful, avoid leading others into unethical behavior, and follow all laws and professional rules.
What is ethics code 1.01 Honesty and Integrity?
RBTs must always act in the _________ of their clients.
Best Interest
The services provided under the direction of a BACB-required supervisor that are based on the principles and procedures of behavior analysis
Behavior-Technician Services
A parent of a client offers the RBT a gift card worth $25 as a thank-you for their work. The RBT is unsure whether to accept it, but thinks it is harmless since it’s just a token of appreciation. They accept the gift without consulting their supervisor or the clinic policy.
The RBT acted ethically in accepting the gift.
False – Accepting gifts over $10 without approval violates Code 1.11 (avoiding conflicts of interest and multiple relationships).
An individual other than the client who is impacted by the behavior technician's services
What is a stakeholder?
During a busy session, a client is highly active and difficult to track. The RBT feels behind on data recording and considers estimating some trial counts to “catch up” later instead of recording them in real time.
What is ethics code 1.01 and 1.06 maintaining objective data collection and consulting a supervisor rather than estimating or falsifying data?
RBTs must implement services and complete documentation with this quality.
Accuracy
An RBT describing themselves as a BCBA or talking about exam questions with other staff
What is misuse of intellectual property?
During a busy clinic day, an RBT notices a coworker making repeated jokes about a client’s behavior in the staff break room. The comments are framed as “just venting,” but the RBT feels uncomfortable and worried that other staff and parents in the clinic might overhear. Instead of joining in or ignoring it, the RBT documents the behavior and reports it to their supervisor for guidance.
The RBT acted in accordance with the RBT ethics code
This aligns with Code 1.08 (maintaining respectful, nondiscriminatory behavior and addressing unprofessional conduct).
The direct recipient of behavior technician services
What is a client?
An RBT is asked to run a new assessment but hasn’t mastered the data steps. They pause implementation and notify their supervisor instead of guessing.
What is code 1.06 Competence and scope of practice?
RBTs must protect this sensitive type of information belonging to the client.
Confidentiality
Within ____, RBT's self-report to the BACB an event that may impact their ability to implement behavior technician services
What is 30 days
During a session, a supervisor gives feedback that the RBT should modify how they are prompting a client. The RBT ignores the feedback because they feel their way is more effective.
FALSE – (Code 2.03) - RBTs must take corrective feedback seriously and improve their performance as directed. Ignoring feedback is unprofessional.
1. Benefit Others 2. Treat others with compassion, dignity, & respect 3. Ensure own's competence 4. Behave with integrity
What are the four core principles of the RBT and BCBA ethics code?
An RBT notices they are feeling overwhelmed due to personal stress and realizes it is affecting the quality of their sessions. They immediately report this to their supervisor and agree to a temporary reduction in hours until the issue is resolved.
What is ethics code 1.09 RBTs recognize personal biases and challenges that may impact their ability to provide effective services.
If an RBT is unsure of something or believes an error occurred, they must take this action.
Report it to their supervisor.
What are events to self-report
A client begins yelling and throwing materials during a session. The RBT calmly follows the crisis plan in the behavior protocol, implementing approved de-escalation strategies exactly as written. Did the RBT act ethically?
True (Code 2.02 & 2.05) Follow supervisor directions; implement restrictive procedures safely if planned