ABA Clinical Foundations
IBT / ABAT credential preparation
Internationally recognized, self-paced 100% online 40-hour training designed for professionals supporting learners in autism, education, and behavioral health. This program equips Autism Intervention Specialists with practical ABA therapy methods led by a professor of ABA/BCBA, ensuring effective behavior support that can be applied in real sessions.
IBT & ABAT — What Are They?
The IBT (International Behavior Technician) and ABAT (Applied Behavior Analysis Technician) are entry-level credentials designed for practitioners who implement ABA programs under the supervision of a Senior Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) and a Professor in ABA. Both credentials are internationally recognized and provide a structured pathway into the ABA profession.
AIS Dubai's IBT and ABAT preparation courses combine practical skills training with the theoretical knowledge required to pass the credentialing examinations — giving you the confidence to work effectively in clinic, school, and home-based settings.
- Internationally recognized technician credentials
- Covers IBT & ABAT Task List competencies
- Hands-on practical skills training
- Delivered by certified behavior analysts
- Ideal for new and existing ABA practitioners
- Flexible scheduling for working professionals
IBAO & QABA
Approved Provider
Delivered by an IBAO-approved course provider for the IBT credential and a QABA-approved course provider for the ABAT credential.
Is This Course Right for You?
The IBT and ABAT courses are designed for individuals entering the ABA field or seeking to formalize their existing frontline practice with a recognized credential.
New ABA Practitioners
Individuals starting their career in ABA therapy who need a structured foundation in behavior technician skills and best practices.
Teaching Assistants & Paraprofessionals
School-based staff supporting learners with autism who want to formalize their skills and gain a recognized ABA credential.
Therapy Aides & Support Workers
Clinic and home-based support workers implementing ABA programs who want to deepen their understanding and advance their career.
Career Changers
Professionals from education, healthcare, or social work backgrounds who are transitioning into the ABA field and need a recognized entry-level qualification.
Course Curriculum
The IBT and ABAT curricula are aligned with the IBAO & QABA Task List, covering all core competencies required of a behavior technician.
Measurement & Data Recording
How to accurately measure and record behavior using continuous and discontinuous recording methods, and how to graph and interpret data.
Skill Acquisition
Implementing skill acquisition programs including discrete trial training (DTT), naturalistic teaching, prompting hierarchies, and reinforcement strategies.
Behavior Reduction
Understanding the function of challenging behavior, implementing behavior intervention plans (BIPs), and applying least-restrictive procedures.
Documentation & Reporting
Session notes, incident reporting, progress summaries, and how to communicate effectively with supervising Behavior Analysts and families.
Professional Conduct & Scope
The IBAO & QABA Ethics Code for behavior technicians, supervision requirements, maintaining professional boundaries, and working within your scope of practice.
Practical Competency Assessment
Hands-on role-play and direct observation assessments to verify competency across all IBT & ABAT Task List skills before credentialing.
Course Format & Schedule
Practical, hands-on training designed to prepare you for real-world ABA practice from day one.
In-Person Skills Training
Practical classroom sessions at our Dubai clinic, with role-play, direct observation, and feedback from certified behavior analysts.
Competency Assessment
Structured competency checks aligned with the IBAO & QABA Task List, completed under direct observation before you sit the credentialing exam.
Online Study Materials
Digital course notes, video demonstrations, and practice quizzes to support self-paced study between in-person sessions.
Exam Preparation
Mock examinations, study guides, and instructor support in the lead-up to your IBT or ABAT credentialing examination.
Common Questions
What Our Graduates Say
Hear from professionals who have completed the ABA Clinical Foundations course.
"This self-paced 40-hour certificate course prepares you to work ethically as a front-line behavior therapist under professional supervision across home, school, clinic, and community settings. You will build practical ABA therapy skills, guided by certified behavior analysts, to support learners with autism and developmental needs while also understanding the importance of psychology assessments."
Sona K Rishi
"Implement behavior support plans designed and supervised by qualified behavior analysts, including Autism Intervention Specialists, ensuring strong treatment integrity. Run teaching programs using evidence-based procedures, such as prompting, fading, reinforcement, and error correction. Collect and record data accurately, encompassing trial-based data, frequency, duration, ABC data, and task analysis data."
Noor Mounzer
"Complete the required coursework to become an Autism Intervention Specialist, then meet QABA's additional requirements and submit your application for ABA therapy or psychology assessments."
Tarana Merchant
"Each board has separate standards, fees, and documentation requirements for Autism Intervention Specialists. Certification is determined by the credentialing board, not solely by course completion, which may also include factors like ABA therapy and psychology assessments."
Nida Samuel
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