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Scope of competence

The populations, settings, and procedures in which a practitioner has the education, training, and supervised experience to practice effectively.

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A BCBA experienced with children seeks consultation before taking an adult feeding case.

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BCBA E.1 · Ethical and Professional IssuesCore principles of the ethics code for behavior analysts
BCBA E.3 · Ethical and Professional IssuesBuilding and keeping competence through professional development
BCBA F.7 · Behavior AssessmentUsing assessment data to decide on services or referral
BCBA H.8 · Selecting and Implementing InterventionsCollaborating with others to strengthen client services

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