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What is the RBT’s role in assessment?
Assessment helps the team make informed decisions about an individual’s skills, preferences, and behavior. An RBT follows the qualified supervisor’s instructions and does not independently select or interpret procedures.
What does a preference assessment identify?
It systematically identifies stimuli an individual appears to select or engage with. These results suggest possible reinforcers, but do not prove that a stimulus will reinforce a particular behavior.
Why are preference assessment results a snapshot?
Preference may change with time, setting, access, and current motivation. Assessment results are a snapshot, not a permanent ranking.
How is a single-stimulus preference assessment conducted?
Present one item at a time and record the person’s approach, selection, or engagement as specified by the protocol.
How does a paired-stimulus assessment work?
Present two items at a time, record the selection, and repeat with different pairs. The results can help create a relative preference ranking.
What happens to a selected item in an MSWO?
Present an array; after a selection, provide access as specified and remove that item from the next array. Record each selection and its order.
What happens to a selected item in multiple stimulus with replacement?
Present an array and provide access to the selected item as specified; include that item again in the next array.
How does a free-operant preference assessment work?
Make several items available at once for a defined period and record engagement with each item, often by duration.
What should an RBT do before an assessment?
Review written instructions, gather and check stimuli and data sheets, arrange the setting, and clarify uncertainty with the supervisor.
How should an RBT present stimuli and record responses?
Present stimuli as specified, allow the planned response opportunity, and promptly record the defined response objectively. Avoid cueing choices or changing access conditions.
What should an RBT do if a person does not choose or appears distressed?
Follow the protocol’s directions and communicate the observation. Do not pressure the person to participate.
How may an RBT assist with a skill-based assessment?
An RBT may prepare materials, present specified tasks, record responses and prompts, participate in role-play, or help summarize data. The RBT should not independently diagnose or assign a skill level.