Compassionate ABA in an International Setting: Transforming Early Intervention Practices Internationally

September 17^th, 2024 at 12-2 pm EST

FREE LIVE Zoom Webinar (recording & CEs will be available w/purchase) – 2 Learning BACB® note: this webinar IS included with membership. REGISTER NOW

Early intervention Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) services in the United Arab Emirates are growing at a fair pace. This webinar, presented by pioneers in the field, scrutinizes the distinctive challenges and prospects confronted by ABA professionals in the region, with a particular focus on cultivating compassionate ABA methodologies. Attendees will gain comprehensive insights into culturally sensitive approaches, fostering collaboration and addressing the contextual intricacies influencing ABA service provision.  Through case studies and practical examples, this session seeks to equip ABA professionals with the tools to navigate and positively influence the developmental trajectories of young learners. Join us as we bridge the gap between evidence-based practices and working with clients and staff with diverse ethnic, linguistic, cultural and religious backgrounds, and fostering a compassionate approach to ABA service provision in the diverse and dynamic context of the UAE.

Learning Objectives:

• Be able to identify the differences between Learner compliance and Learner participation.
• Recognize the harmful effects of coercive ABA practices.
• Gain insight into the delivery of early intervention services in an international setting.
• Learn to collaborate compassionately with staff from diverse cultural and ethnic backgrounds.
• Learn to interact in a culturally sensitive manner with parents and families from diverse backgrounds.

About Nipa Bhuptani MEd, BCBA

With nearly 30 years of dedicated involvement in supporting learners with special educational and behavioral needs in the UAE, Nipa holds a Master’s in Special & Inclusive Education and is a BCaBA. As the Founder/Director of Applied & Behavioral Training Institutes (ABTi), she leads a team of over 30 ABA instructors. ABTi offers Early Intervention services based on the Competent Learner Model (CLM – USA) in nursery, school, and community settings, along with professional development training courses. Nipa and her team have successfully implemented and overseen numerous Behavioral Intervention programs for students with developmental disabilities across the UAE.