Token Economies: Getting them Right to Pave the Path for Success
Trainer
Victoria Miller, MA, BCBA, LBS (Read Bio)
Description
Token economies involve a complex system of reinforcement in which token presentation is contingent upon target behaviors and then exchanged for backup reinforcement. Though token systems are a commonly used intervention within the field of Applied Behavior Analysis, it has been demonstrated in the research that wide variability exists in their implementation, without use of standardized terms and protocols (degli Espinosa & Hackenberg, 2022; Ivy, 2017). In addition, token economies are frequently devised in idiosyncratic and arbitrary fashions. When executed properly, token systems have robust potential to be the supporting framework for learning and behavior change. This training will provide participants with an in-depth analysis of the mechanics of a token economy, in addition to common pitfalls to avoid when setting up their own systems. The use of response cost will be explored as an additional tool to aid in the efficacy of a token system. Attendees will have an opportunity to develop their own mock token economy during the course of the training. To conclude, maintenance and ethical concerns related to token systems will be discussed.
- PCS provides light refreshments at all in-person trainings. Lunch is not provided. Please come prepared with a packed lunch as there will be time for a brief working lunch.
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Credits Available
5.00 APA CE Credits For Psychologists, Social Workers or Professional Counselors
4 BCBA CE Credits
5.00 BSL CE Credits
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Training Location
PCS Headquarters
200 North 7th Street
Lebanon, PA 17046
Cancellations: PCS reserves the right to cancel or reschedule any training at any time (in which case you will have the option to receive a full refund or attend on the rescheduled date).
Refunds: Participants may cancel their registration(s) at any time prior to the training date. A 10% cancellation fee will be deducted from the original registration fee, and the remainder will be refunded. No refund will be provided if the cancellation occurs within two weeks of the training date.
- PCS is approved by the American Psychological Association (APA) to sponsor continuing education for psychologists. PCS maintains responsibility for this program and its content.
- People who attend PCS trainings in their entirety may receive CE credits for psychologists/LPC/ LSW/LCSW/ LMFT or general training credits, including CAC/DDAP. For other licenses, please consult with your respective licensing board.
- Following each training, participants who have attended the training in its entirety will receive a PCS Training Feedback form via email.
- After receipt of the completed form, PCS will issue a certificate via email indicating the CE credits that have been obtained.
Victoria lives in Schuylkill county with her husband and two young children. She graduated from Penn State University in 2008 with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Psychology and in 2010 with a Master of Arts Degree in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA). She has been a Board Certified Behavior Analyst since 2010 and a Licensed Behavior Specialist in the state of Pennsylvania since 2013. Victoria has been employed with PA Counseling Services since 2008, first as a TSS, then as a Behavior Specialist Consultant and Psychological Evaluator, served as Director of Autism Services from 2016-2020, and as Senior Clinical Director of IBHS since 2020. She has taught undergraduate courses in Conditioning & Learning Theory at Penn State Harrisburg. Victoria enjoys providing supervision and mentoring new BCBAs. Victoria's research interests include autism and how parents choose treatments, how to evaluate autism treatments, and dispelling misconceptions about ABA. Publications include, 'How to Behave Ethically in a World of Fads' and ''Factors Related to Parents' Choices of Treatment for Their Children with Autism Spectrum Disorders,' both in Behavioral Interventions. In her spare time, Victoria enjoys spending time with her family, traveling, exercising, following sports, and coaching.