July 2021

New Directions offers free educational series on applied behavioral analysis

Action item
Register for one or more of New Directions’ free webinars on best practices in applied behavioral analysis.

New Directions, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan’s behavioral health manager for most of our commercial plans, will be offering a series of free educational webinars on applied behavioral analysis. The series will be led by board‑certified behavior analysts. Though this series is designed for ABA providers, all providers are welcome to attend. These monthly education sessions will focus on best practices in ABA and ethical considerations, including:

Autism and mental health comorbidities
Parent training, education and support
Transition planning
Coordination of care
Informed consent
Client dignity
Child abuse reporting and maintaining therapeutic alliance
Suicidality and autism spectrum disorder
“Gold standard” documentation

Attendees will receive a continuing education unit after participation. New Directions is accredited as a CEU provider by the Behavioral Analysis Certification Board. Webinars will follow all BACB requirements.

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