About this episode
On today’s episode, I’m joined by Allyson Wharam, BCBA, instructional designer, and founder of Sidekick Learning. Allyson is the creator of one of the most comprehensive and thoughtfully designed 40-hour RBT courses I’ve come across. Her background in instructional design brings a fresh and interactive approach to RBT and BCBA training.We talk about how the RBT certification has grown rapidly and why quality training is more important than ever. Allyson explains what goes into becoming an RBT and how her course supports new professionals with engaging, person-centered content. We also dive into how BCBAs can feel unprepared when stepping into supervisory roles and how her supervision curriculum fills that gap.Whether you're a clinic owner, new BCBA, or someone supporting trainees, this conversation is full of helpful insight on training, supervision, and compassionate care.Allyson also shares details on our upcoming collaboration. On August 19, I’ll be presenting a free live CEU course on joint attention through Sidekick Learning, and I’d love for you to join us.#autism #speechtherapy What’s Inside:What makes Allyson’s 40-hour RBT course uniqueThe steps to RBT certification and required competenciesWhy supervision is a challenge for new BCBAs and how to support themIntegrating compassion and social validity into training contentMentioned in this episode:Sidekick LearningSupervision Sidekick on InstagramAllyson Wharam on LinkedInABA Speech ConnectionFree CEU on Joint Attention – August 19RBT Training Use coupon code: ABASPEECH
