Alternative Path to Credentialing in PFA and SBT of Severe Problem Behavior

The alternative pathway leads to implementation credentials (i.e., level 3 or 4). For subsequent credentials (i.e., level 5 or 6), we strongly encourage you to follow the traditional path (i.e., advanced coursework, advanced design session, Train-the-Trainer consultation).  Carefully review application instructions below for how to prepare for your application.

Instructions:

• Select a client for whom you’ve implemented Practical Functional Assessment (PFA) and Skill-Based Treatment (SBT).
  • Guidelines for selecting a client:
    • Ensure it’s a client for whom you have consent to share video and data with FTF.
    • Ensure you have evidence (video capture, data, graphs) from step 2 of the process (Open-Ended Interview) to at least step 16 of the process (CAB 5) for the same client.
• Review our approved PowerPoint template and complete the requested fields.
  • If there is other information relevant to treatment that you wish to share, please feel free to do so.  However, we ask that, at minimum, you complete the requested fields.  Applications missing requested fields or requirements will be denied.
  • Click here for an FTF approved PowerPoint template
• Review Rubric (pp. 2-3) and Scoring Guide (p. 3) and ensure your application meets evaluation standards.
  • Click here for a copy of our Rubric and Scoring Guide
  • Click here for a copy of our SBT Do’s and Don’t Guide

The following materials must be uploaded with your application and must meet evaluation standards to be considered for credentialing.  We strongly encourage review of FTF’s Rubric and Scoring Guide prior to application.

1. PowerPoint (filled in template)
2. Consent to share video footage/data/etc.
3. PFA-SBT CEU Certificate of Completion (FTF’s live or on-demand course, or 2-day workshop) dated January 2019, or later.
4. Completed PFA Workbook
5. Completed SBT Workbook

When submitting your application, the following fields are requested:

• Name
• Company name
• Address
• Phone number
• Email
• Credential level for which you are applying
  • The alternative pathway leads to implementation credentials (i.e., level 3 or 4). For subsequent credentials (i.e., level 5 or 6), we strongly encourage you to follow the traditional path (i.e., advanced coursework, advanced design session, Train-the-Trainer consultation).
• Education/Occupation (select all that apply):
  • BCBA, BCBA-D, BCaBA, RBT, Teacher, Paraprofessional/Educational Assistant/Behavior Tech, Psychologist, Psychiatrist, SLP, OT, Social Worker
• Context in which you work (select all that apply):
  • Public school, Specialized school for autism or related disabilities, Hospital, Inpatient clinic, Outpatient clinic, Residential facility, Habilitative/Day Program, Home-Based
• Consent to display your name on ftfbc.com
• Application fee
• Requested materials:
  • PowerPoint (filled in template)
  • Consent to share video footage/data/etc.
  • PFA-SBT CEU Certificate of Completion (FTF’s live or on-demand course, or 2-day workshop) dated January 2019, or later.
  • Completed PFA Workbook
  • Completed SBT Workbook

Please note: The above materials must be uploaded with your application and must meet evaluation standards to be considered for credentialing.  We strongly encourage review of FTF’s Rubric and Scoring Guide prior to application.

Application for Credentialing in Practical Functional Assessment (PFA) and Skill-Based Treatment (SBT) of severe problem behavior is managed by FTF Behavioral Consulting.  You may find the alternative pathway application form here.  Once your application is submitted, you will receive a confirmation email.  Keep in mind that it may take 4 weeks to process your application.  Please ensure all requested fields and documentation are thoroughly completed in a single submission to ensure the quickest processing time.

Following successful evaluation of documentation and application approval, FTF provides PDF certificates of each credential level.  An example certificate is below.

• First and Last Name: Displayed as it appears on your application.

• Credentialing Number: An 8-digit number unique to your certification.

• Issue Date: Day in which your certification officializes.
• Expiration Date: Day in which your certification expires. To maintain a credential level or level up, you must apply for renewal at least once per calendar year.
• Credentialing Level: Level for which you have completed the requirements for.

After your credentialing application is approved, you will receive an email with a copy of your certificate, a wallet card, and FTF’s Addressing Severe Problem Behavior with Today’s ABA Pledge. Newly certified applicants will appear in FTF’s Credentialing Directory within 3-7 business days of receiving their certificate.  Please note, only applicants who provide consent during the application process will be displayed.

The purpose of FTF’s renewal requirement is to acknowledge the importance of continued education with respect to the Practical Functional Assessment and Skill-Based Treatment as we continue to refine the elements of the process.

You must apply for renewal at least once per calendar year, with a maximum of 30 days before the expiration date.  Refer to the chart below for renewal options.

Renewal for Credentialing in Practical Functional Assessment (PFA) and Skill-Based Treatment (SBT) of severe problem behavior is managed by FTF Behavioral Consulting.  You may find the application form here.  Once your application is submitted, you will receive a confirmation email.  Keep in mind that it may take up to 4 weeks to process your application.  Please ensure all requested fields and documentation are thoroughly completed in a single submission to ensure the quickest processing time.