Iowa ABA
Affiliated in 2008 as a state chapter of ABAI.
Contact Info
- Evelyn Horton
- Woodward, IA
- Phone: (515) 333-6110
- Fax: (515) 957-3380
- Iowa ABA website
- Chapter News (September 2011)
Mission/Objectives:
The Iowa Association for Behavior Analysis is organized as a chapter of the Association for Behavior Analysis International for professional, scientific, and educational purposes. Specifically, the organization shall:
- Serve as a scientific and professional reference group for all in the State of Iowa who identify themselves as scientists or practitioners in disciplines that embrace the principles and practices of behavior analysis.
- Support the development of professional credentialing for the practice of behavior analysis within the State of Iowa.
- Support the development of standards of practice for behavior analysis within the State of Iowa.
- Identify and promote the use of effective and humane behavioral procedures in meeting the educational and habilitative needs of people with and without disabilities within the State of Iowa.
- Advise political, legislative, and policy-making bodies with respect to all matters pertaining to behavior analysis in the State of Iowa.
- Promote and support the conduct of behavior analytic research and practice within the State of Iowa.
- Serve as a resource for parents and service providers interested in research based practices in behavior analysis
Description of Membership
IowaABA membership is open to all persons interested in or actively engaged in the teaching, research, and/or application of the principles and procedures of behavior analysis. Membership is not restricted to residents of the State of Iowa. There are four classes of membership:
Full Member: Any individual holding a terminal degree in a discipline directly related to or involving behavior analysis and whose full-time professional commitment includes teaching, research, and/or practice in behavior analysis may apply for membership in this category.
Affiliate Member: Any member evidencing interest in the discipline of behavior analysis, but lacking formal training therein, may apply for this class of membership. Affiliate members will enjoy all benefits except for the right to vote on matters of interest to the organization and the right to hold office.
Student Member: Any individual pursuing formal training in the discipline of behavior analysis but not yet gainfully employed therein on at least a half-time basis may apply for membership in this category.
Family Member: A family membership can be obtained for any family that has a stake in learning about or using the principles of behavior analysis.
Annual or Recurring Events
An annual meeting is to be held each year to elect directors and officers, receive reports, and advise the direction of the association for the coming year.
Members of IowaABA support neighboring chapters through participation in conferences and CE events, as well as support the ABAI Annual Convention via chapter meetings, Expo participation, and presentations.
Newsletters/Publications
IowaABA will publish and distribute an official newsletter devoted to dissemination of matters of interest to the membership. The IowaABA website will be updated regulary at http://iowaaba.com.
Specifically of Interest to Behavior Analysts
There is an increase in the number of states passing legislation regarding third-party reimbursement for behavior analysis services, and the licensing of behavior analysts in each state. Iowa is among those that have recently passed legislation, and it is imperative that behavior analysts in the state be knowledgeable about these matters.