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Online-formatted training for ABA practitioners: a systematic review
1Queen's University of Belfast, Belfast, Northern Ireland.
International Journal of Developmental Disabilities
|June 18, 2025
Summary
Online training for applied behavior analysis (ABA) practitioners shows positive results for autism services, but research quality needs improvement. This approach offers cost-effective solutions, especially for underserved rural populations.
Area of Science:
- Behavioral Science
- Developmental Psychology
- Educational Technology
Background:
- Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) practitioners are crucial for individuals with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and other developmental disorders.
- A shortage of qualified ABA practitioners, particularly in rural areas, limits access to essential services.
- Online training presents a scalable, cost-effective solution to address training needs.
Purpose of the Study:
- To systematically review and synthesize existing research on online-formatted training for ABA practitioners.
- To evaluate the characteristics, outcomes, and quality of online ABA training programs.
- To identify research gaps and propose recommendations for future studies.
Main Methods:
- A comprehensive systematic literature search was conducted across major databases (PsycINFO, ERIC, PubMed, etc.).
- Included studies encompassed single-subject and group research designs focused on online ABA practitioner training.
- Analysis involved examining training characteristics, reported outcomes, and the methodological quality of 16 selected studies.
Main Results:
- All 16 reviewed studies reported positive or mixed findings regarding online ABA training effectiveness.
- Positive outcomes suggest online training can be a viable method for ABA practitioner development.
- A significant finding was the generally low quality ratings of the research, particularly for group design studies.
Conclusions:
- Online training is a promising avenue for enhancing the ABA practitioner workforce and improving service accessibility.
- Methodological rigor in research on online ABA training must be enhanced to ensure reliable evidence.
- Future research should focus on robust study designs to validate the effectiveness and quality of online ABA training programs.
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