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  • Human Services Training
  • Staff Development

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  • Traditional didactic staff training in human services is often ineffective.
  • Behavior analysts frequently train support staff as part of their role.
  • There is a need for more effective training methods.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To describe an evidence-based alternative to traditional staff training.
  • To present a behavioral skills training (BST) approach for human service staff.
  • To demonstrate the application and effectiveness of BST for specific skills.

Main Methods:

  • A group training session using BST principles was conducted.
  • On-the-job training requirements were implemented post-session.
  • The approach was demonstrated with two skill sets: most-to-least prompting and manual signs.

Main Results:

  • The BST approach was applied to train staff in specific performance skills.
  • The case demonstration illustrated the apparent effectiveness of the training.
  • Practical issues regarding effective, efficient, and acceptable training were addressed.

Conclusions:

  • Evidence-based behavioral skills training offers an effective alternative for human service staff.
  • BST can be successfully applied to teach distinct performance skills.
  • Consideration of practical implementation issues is crucial for training success.