2.5 General CEUs
Think, Plan, Do: How to Teach Flexibility, Memory, and Self-Control
Equip Your Learners with Essential Executive Functioning Skills
Is Think, Plan, Do for you?
Are you ready to:
Are you an ABA professional seeking to expand your impact beyond traditional skill acquisition?
Do you find yourself frustrated when learners struggle with flexibility, problem-solving, and self-regulation?
Are you ready to unlock new levels of independence and success for your clients?
If so, this course is designed for YOU.
What sets Think, Plan, Do apart?
This 2.5 CEU course delves into the often-overlooked area of executive functioning, providing practical strategies and a structured framework to assess and teach these essential skills systematically.
Imagine the Possibilities:
Witness your clients thrive in real-world settings, confidently navigating challenges and adapting to change.
Empower your learners to become self-directed, problem-solvers, capable of independent functioning.
Expand your clinical expertise and unlock new dimensions of progress in your ABA practice.
What you will learn:
Foundations of Executive Functioning
Explore the core components of executive functioning and their impact on daily life, learning, and independence. 1 Learn how these skills influence behavior, social interactions, and academic success. 1
Identifying Deficits
Recognize the common signs of executive functioning challenges in learners across various settings. Develop strategies to differentiate true skill deficits from non-compliance or lack of motivation.
Assessing Executive Functioning Skills
Discover practical, evidence-based assessment tools and data collection methods to pinpoint areas of weakness. Learn how to conduct observations, gather information from parents and teachers, and interpret assessment results accurately.
Prioritizing and Setting Goals
Determine which executive functioning skills to prioritize based on individual learner needs and functional impact. Develop effective, measurable goals that align with medical necessity criteria and promote meaningful progress.
Teaching Strategies for Executive Functioning
Explore a range of engaging, play-based activities and naturalistic interventions to teach flexibility, working memory, and self-regulation. Learn how to embed executive functioning skill practice into daily routines and preferred activities.
Generalization and Maintenance
Develop a comprehensive plan to promote generalization of executive functioning skills across settings and over time. Discover strategies to involve parents, teachers, and caregivers in supporting the child's progress toward long-term independence.
The High Cost of Inaction
Without a deep understanding of executive functioning, you risk:
Misinterpreting Behaviors: Mistaking executive functioning deficits for non-compliance or defiance, leading to ineffective interventions.
Stalled Progress: Failing to address underlying executive functioning challenges can hinder client progress in various domains.
Limited Independence: Leaving executive functioning skills unaddressed can significantly limit a learner's ability to function independently in real-world settings.
Missed Opportunities: Missing the chance to unlock your learners' full potential by neglecting this critical area of development.
Don't let these risks hold you back. Invest in your professional development and empower your learners with essential executive functioning skills.
Trusted ACE Instructors Approved through the BACB
Quality Assurance You Can Trust: All of our instructors are certified Authorized Continuing Education (ACE) providers through the Behavior Analyst Certification Board (BACB). This ensures that our CEU courses meet the rigorous standards set by the BACB and qualify for CEU credits towards maintaining your BCBAs’® certifications.
Meet the Instructor
Amelia Dalphonse, MA, BCBA
Amelia Dalphonse, MA, BCBA, co-founded Master ABA with her twin sister, Dianna Kelly, bringing over 13 years of expertise in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA). Passionate about prioritizing client needs, Amelia earned a Master’s degree in ABA and became a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA®).
At Master ABA, Amelia and Dianna lead with innovation, emphasizing client-centered care to drive meaningful change. As an ACE provider, they’ve established the institution as a hub for progressive ABA practices, inspiring others to adopt compassionate and ethical approaches.
Through her role at Master ABA, Amelia advocates for advancing the ABA field with empathy and integrity. She stays abreast of the latest research, continuously seeking opportunities for professional growth.
