About this course

As Behavior Analysts, we love our data, our interventions, and our beautifully graphed progress. But let’s be honest—sometimes ABA isn’t the whole picture (shocking, I know). There are moments when the most ethical and effective move we can make is to recognize our limits and call in reinforcements. In this course, we’ll explore how to determine when it’s time to refer a client to another discipline, such as Occupational Therapy (OT), Speech-Language Pathology (SLP), or Physical Therapy (PT). You’ll learn to apply the BACB Ethics Code to identify when a referral isn’t just a nice idea—it’s a professional responsibility. We’ll also walk through how to rule out ABA as the primary course of action, and how to identify who to refer to so your client gets the most well-rounded, ethical care possible. By the end of this CEU, you’ll not only sharpen your ethical decision-making skills—you’ll also walk away with a clearer sense of professional boundaries, a deeper respect for interdisciplinary teamwork, and maybe a little more confidence saying, “This one’s not mine—let’s bring in the experts.”