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Abstract：
As the number of and demand for board certified behavior analysts (BCBAs) grows across the United States, it is increasingly important to evaluate the status of the applied behavior analysis (ABA) workforce. The goal of this study was to evaluate the current status of the field of ABA within the state of Vermont. We surveyed practicing RBTs, BCaBAs, BCBAs, BCBA-Ds, and ABA professionals within Vermont. We gathered and analyzed information regarding practitioner training and supervision experiences, current work conditions, strengths and barriers related to education, supervision, and practice within the field of ABA in Vermont, and historical and demographic information. Survey responses were analyzed using quantitative and qualitative methods and themes and results are discussed. This study may serve as a model for other states to conduct similar analyses to better meet the needs of the changing landscape of the field of ABA.
摘要：
随着美国董事会认证行为分析师(BCBAs)的数量和需求的增长，评估应用行为分析(ABA)劳动力的状况越来越重要。这项研究的目的是评估佛蒙特州ABA领域的现状。我们调查了练习RBT，BCaBA,BCBAs,BCBA-Ds,和佛蒙特州的ABA专业人士。我们收集并分析了有关从业人员培训和监督经验的信息，当前工作条件,与教育有关的优势和障碍，监督,以及在佛蒙特州ABA领域的实践，以及历史和人口统计信息。使用定量和定性方法分析了调查响应，并讨论了主题和结果。这项研究可以作为其他州进行类似分析的模型，以更好地满足ABA领域不断变化的景观需求。
