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  • Psychology
  • Education

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  • The pyramidal training approach offers an efficient method for training behavioral interventionists.
  • This model allows multiple trainees to learn diverse behavioral strategies rapidly.
  • Applied settings benefit from efficient training to enhance intervention delivery.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To systematically review single-case studies evaluating the pyramidal training model.
  • To assess the effectiveness of pyramidal training for behavioral interventionists.
  • To identify areas for optimizing the pyramidal training approach.

Main Methods:

  • A systematic review of 30 single-case studies was conducted.
  • Studies evaluated pyramidal training for practitioners implementing behavioral interventions.
  • Effectiveness was assessed across various settings, skills, and participant types.

Main Results:

  • Pyramidal training demonstrated effectiveness at case, tier, and study levels.
  • Improved practitioner implementation fidelity was a key outcome.
  • The model showed promise across diverse applications.

Conclusions:

  • Pyramidal training is an effective model for behavioral interventionists.
  • Strategies for skill maintenance, like feedback and coaching, are underutilized.
  • Further research is needed to optimize and ensure the sustainability of pyramidal training.