RBT Ethical Communication: Speaking Up With Professionalism and Integrity
The course introduces foundational concepts in RBT Ethical Communication to support professional development and effective practice. Ethical communication sits at the core of this curriculum. This is important because disagreements can arise in any Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) setting. How Registered Behavior Technicians® (RBTs) respond directly affects client safety, ethical practice, and professional relationships.
This course equips RBTs with practical skills to communicate concerns professionally, distinguish between personal preferences and ethical issues, and advocate effectively for clients when concerns escalate. Furthermore, through real-world examples, guided scenarios, and interactive activities, learners actively explore their role within the supervision hierarchy. They also practice respectful, ethical communication strategies.
By the end of the course, RBTs confidently speak up with professionalism, clarity, and integrity while prioritizing client dignity and safety.
In this course, RBTs will learn how to:
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Communicate disagreements professionally and ethically
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Identify the difference between ethical concerns and personal preferences
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Follow supervision hierarchies and organizational guidelines
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Escalate concerns appropriately to protect client safety and dignity
This is a multi-modal course primarily focused on reading materials with minimal use of video content.
Course access is provided for three (3) years from the date of purchase.
Publication Date: Jan 2026
Learning Objectives
Identify the RBT’s role within the ABA supervision hierarchy, including responsibilities related to following supervision, maintaining treatment integrity, and ensuring client safety.
Differentiate between personal preferences, clinical differences, and ethical concerns, and determine when a disagreement requires action to protect clients or uphold ethical standards.
Demonstrate professional communication strategies for raising concerns or disagreements with supervisors using respectful, objective, and solution-focused language.
Apply appropriate escalation and advocacy procedures when concerns are not resolved, including documentation, following the chain of command, and reporting according to ethical and organizational guidelines.
Author/Speaker
Dr. Jaime Flowers is a Licensed Educational Psychologist (LEP) in the state of California, a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA), and a Nationally Certified School Psychologist (NCSP). She has extensive experience working across school, clinical, and community-based settings, where she supports students, families, and interdisciplinary teams through ethical, evidence-based behavioral practices.
Dr. Flowers’ professional work emphasizes ethical decision-making, supervision, and effective communication within applied behavior analysis and educational systems. Her current research interests include behavior analytic ethics, functional behavior assessment and intervention in school settings, and the role of professional collaboration in improving outcomes for students with diverse learning and behavioral needs. She is particularly focused on helping practitioners navigate ethical challenges, advocate appropriately for clients, and maintain treatment integrity while working within complex organizational systems.
In addition to her clinical and research work, Dr. Flowers is an experienced educator and course developer, creating professional training for behavior analysts, behavior technicians, educators, and school psychologists. Her work is grounded in practical application, ethical responsibility, and a commitment to improving both client outcomes and professional practice.
