Attention: Frustrated BCBAs
Are you...
ready to go all-in with an assent-based approach, but feel like you need an expert to guide you?
reading up, watching webinars, and attending presentations on the topic of assent, but it's just not coming together for you in practice?
tired of moving forward day after day with a behavior analytic approach that is effective, but outdated?
feeling like your current behavior analytic practices are out of alignment with your values?
Tons of behavior analysts are feeling this way. You are definitely not alone.
Let's start with this truth: You deserve to feel confident, competent, and values-aligned in your work.
The team at Octave has been working on a solution. And it's finally ready for you.
Let's start with this truth: You deserve to feel confident, competent, and values-aligned in your work.
The team at Octave has been working on a solution. And it's finally ready for you.
Introducing...
The Assent Based Treatment Essentials Training Program
Embark on this self-paced intensive program to kick-start your journey to implementing Assent-Based Treatment with your clients.
Who is this program for?
Join us for this professional development experience if you are passionate about...
listening to the voices of those you serve,
treating those in your care with respect and dignity, and
continuously striving to improve your skills as a compassionate clinician.
If your aim is to apply the science of behavior to craft therapeutic environments that empower clients to lead values-based lives, and to design programs fostering autonomy while prioritizing dignity and respect, then this program is tailored for you.
We created and sequenced this program specifically to help BCBA-level practitioners take their first steps in using the science to move towards more compassionate therapeutic practices.
We created and sequenced this program specifically to help BCBA-level practitioners take their first steps in using the science to move towards more compassionate therapeutic practices.
Your Mission
Should You Choose to Accept It
Should You Choose to Accept It
Is to design and implement your first comprehensive assent-based treatment program so you can stop second-guessing yourself and confidently identify as an assent-based ABA provider.
You'll build your program around your own specific learner through a guided process with manageable steps, and you'll have support and guidance from experts at every turn.
You'll build your program around your own specific learner through a guided process with manageable steps, and you'll have support and guidance from experts at every turn.
What You'll Do in the Program
ABT Essentials is an intensive professional development experience that allows you to move at your own pace. Liz Lefebre, MA, BCBA, LBA will be guiding you through online modules and live sessions to set up an assent-based ABA program for your client, just like she has done it for nearly 20 years.
Throughout the ABT Essentials Program, You Will:
Define and identify topographies of assent giving and withdrawal from your learners
Evaluate current programming through the lens of your clients' values
Select skills to teach that promote autonomy and choice in a way that makes
sense for your clients' current and future context
sense for your clients' current and future context
Co-design a treatment program with your client that checks all their boxes, and yours
Craft a measurement system to monitor client engagement and happiness
Get comfortable with honoring assent withdrawal, and problem solving when it occurs
Analyze data and implement feedback from clients to improve your(their) programming
Develop your clinical skills and know-how to become a force for good -- in advocating for yourself, your clients, and your colleagues
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And by the time the program ends, you will have a replicable process for setting up a program for a learner that will teach critical skills for improving their quality of life without sacrificing their autonomy.
Hi! My Name is Liz
I was fortunate to "grow up" in this field within a community of practice where listening to client feedback and focusing on assent was always at the forefront of my work.
Fast forward nearly 20 years, and I am so proud to have trained, mentored, and coached many up-and-coming practitioners to comprehensively implement assent-based treatment. There is nothing more rewarding for me than shaping practitioner success and client happiness!
I know so many kind and dedicated behavior analysts who are searching for a community, and a safe space for learning and growth in this area.
Up until now, the only way to access my training and mentorship in this area was to hire me one-on-one. That's why I am ecstatic to finally be in a position to offer this program! Let's work together to forever change the landscape of ABA services. 💕
Fast forward nearly 20 years, and I am so proud to have trained, mentored, and coached many up-and-coming practitioners to comprehensively implement assent-based treatment. There is nothing more rewarding for me than shaping practitioner success and client happiness!
I know so many kind and dedicated behavior analysts who are searching for a community, and a safe space for learning and growth in this area.
Up until now, the only way to access my training and mentorship in this area was to hire me one-on-one. That's why I am ecstatic to finally be in a position to offer this program! Let's work together to forever change the landscape of ABA services. 💕
What You'll Get As a Member of The Assent Based Treatment Essentials Program
STEP-BY-STEP PATH TO PROGRAMMING
You could invest a lot of time and money into learning about this without being able to actually do anything...
With our guided approach, you'll create:
With our guided approach, you'll create:
- comprehensive treatment plans that center client values and autonomy,
- behavior support packages that allow your clients to happily engage and and thrive,
- measurement systems that provide you with critical information that helps you move your client forward, and
- a decision making repertoire to problem solve as different challenges come up.
And we'll stay with you long enough in the process to start seeing results.
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WELL-ROUNDED CURRICULUM
The Assent Based Treatment Essentials curriculum goes beyond walking you through the process of designing and implementing your assent based treatment program–you will also gain the background knowledge and understanding of the what and why of each element of an assent based approach.
This will support your long-term success with problem solving, making decisions and changes, and communicating to others what you're doing and why it matters.
*Here at Octave, we're not just online course creators and CEU providers. We are instructional designers. We take your learning success seriously and have created an experience to ensure you really get it.
This will support your long-term success with problem solving, making decisions and changes, and communicating to others what you're doing and why it matters.
*Here at Octave, we're not just online course creators and CEU providers. We are instructional designers. We take your learning success seriously and have created an experience to ensure you really get it.
Online modules include:
instructional videos in manageable chunks
demonstration and practice across multiple examples
opportunities to check for your understanding and competency
downloadable workbooks, checklists, job aids, and other print resources
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COACHING & ACCOUNTABILITY SUPPORT
Every other week, you get an hour LIVE with Liz to ask questions, dig a bit deeper, and check your understanding.
And our team will stay in touch with you throughout the program to make sure you know where you're at, what to do next, and how to keep moving forward successfully.
And our team will stay in touch with you throughout the program to make sure you know where you're at, what to do next, and how to keep moving forward successfully.
Before launching into more details, a disclaimer...
Integrating assent and autonomy into your clinical work is a nuanced process that demands a sophisticated skill set for successful implementation. It can take decades to fully develop this skill set, and there will always be room for improvement. We cannot claim that you will master all of the nuances in your first foray into this way of practicing!
But we don't want that to keep you from getting started.
We have meticulously designed this professional development experience to give you everything you need for a successful entry into the world of Assent Based Treatment and a community to support your ongoing development.
But we don't want that to keep you from getting started.
We have meticulously designed this professional development experience to give you everything you need for a successful entry into the world of Assent Based Treatment and a community to support your ongoing development.
Building and Executing
A COMPREHENSIVE ASSENT BASED TREATMENT PROGRAM:
Why this Matters
A COMPREHENSIVE ASSENT BASED TREATMENT PROGRAM:
Why this Matters
Self-Paced, 8 Modules, One Career-Changing Experience
Here's some great feedback we've received from our community of practice:
Working in this organization is completely different than my work with others. The way that Liz and her team direct the ABA team to respond to the learner’s needs makes me feel like I am truly helping these kids be themselves rather than trying to get them to fit in with the rest of their peers. I'll never go back to the more traditional methods I practiced in other companies before learning this way of practice.
Jenny
RBT
Liz is highly skilled and experienced in designing and implementing assent-based programming across all types of learners. She is also a master at teaching others how to design programming in such a way that allows you to use learner data as a continuous feedback loop so that improvement on programming is ongoing. Liz will give you the knowledge and tools you need to ensure your programming is client-centered, prioritizes each individual's autonomy and preferences, and ensures an individual's involvement in the learning process no matter the age, skill set, and/or learning environment. She really is the best at this!
Ann
BCBA
Assent Based Treatment Essentials Curriculum
Solidify Your Foundation (What is Assent Based Treatment?)
Why are we here? Learn the critical components of an Assent Based Treatment model and how they each fit as necessary pieces of the larger puzzle.
Why are we here? Learn the critical components of an Assent Based Treatment model and how they each fit as necessary pieces of the larger puzzle.
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Define & Detect Assent
What is assent? Assent Withdrawal? How do I know I have it, and how can I help others notice it in my learners?
What is assent? Assent Withdrawal? How do I know I have it, and how can I help others notice it in my learners?
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Assess - From a Values-Based Lens
Conduct an assessment of client strengths, values, environment and needs that will inform your treatment package.
Conduct an assessment of client strengths, values, environment and needs that will inform your treatment package.
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Design Your Programming
Make necessary considerations when putting together a treatment package that comprehensively promotes autonomy and honors assent. Prioritize skills to establish for your client to successfully advocate for their wants and needs.
Make necessary considerations when putting together a treatment package that comprehensively promotes autonomy and honors assent. Prioritize skills to establish for your client to successfully advocate for their wants and needs.
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Implement Your Programming
What do you do when your client withdraws assent? This course explores the nuts and bolts of how to proceed when your client withdraws assent. You will learn to identify self advocacy skills and set up opportunities for your clients to use those skills while collecting information to be used down the line for treatment modification.
What do you do when your client withdraws assent? This course explores the nuts and bolts of how to proceed when your client withdraws assent. You will learn to identify self advocacy skills and set up opportunities for your clients to use those skills while collecting information to be used down the line for treatment modification.
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Clarify: Boundaries & Negotiables
While honoring assent withdrawal is at the heart of these consequent strategies, there are times in life when it isn't feasible, it isn't safe, or we just need to push through. This course sets the stage for identifying boundaries to uphold with clients, tolerance skills that will help clients when honoring AW isn't possible, identifying client boundaries and identifying conditions under which negotiation is needed.
While honoring assent withdrawal is at the heart of these consequent strategies, there are times in life when it isn't feasible, it isn't safe, or we just need to push through. This course sets the stage for identifying boundaries to uphold with clients, tolerance skills that will help clients when honoring AW isn't possible, identifying client boundaries and identifying conditions under which negotiation is needed.
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Refine Your Measurement
Learn to select and set up measures to help inform your decision making process. This critical component of Assent Based Practice allows for your learners input to be incorporated into their therapy and allows you to learn to improve the program you build for your learners every step of the way.
Learn to select and set up measures to help inform your decision making process. This critical component of Assent Based Practice allows for your learners input to be incorporated into their therapy and allows you to learn to improve the program you build for your learners every step of the way.
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Modify & Make Decisions
This is the fun part! Learn to use learner feedback and data collected to identify patterns, problem solve waning client assent, and get your program back on track so that your learners are happily engaged and progressing towards their values.
This is the fun part! Learn to use learner feedback and data collected to identify patterns, problem solve waning client assent, and get your program back on track so that your learners are happily engaged and progressing towards their values.
Assent Based Treatment Essentials Curriculum
Solidify Your Foundation (What is Assent Based Treatment?)
Why are we here? Learn the critical components of an Assent Based Treatment model and how they each fit as necessary pieces of the larger puzzle.
Why are we here? Learn the critical components of an Assent Based Treatment model and how they each fit as necessary pieces of the larger puzzle.
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Define & Detect Assent
What is assent? Assent Withdrawal? How do I know I have it, and how can I help others notice it in my learners?
What is assent? Assent Withdrawal? How do I know I have it, and how can I help others notice it in my learners?
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Assess - From a Values-Based Lens
Conduct an assessment of client strengths, values, environment and needs that will inform your treatment package.
Conduct an assessment of client strengths, values, environment and needs that will inform your treatment package.
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Design Your Programming
Make necessary considerations when putting together a treatment package that comprehensively promotes autonomy and honors assent. Prioritize skills to establish for your client to successfully advocate for their wants and needs.
Make necessary considerations when putting together a treatment package that comprehensively promotes autonomy and honors assent. Prioritize skills to establish for your client to successfully advocate for their wants and needs.
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Implement Your Programming
What do you do when your client withdraws assent? This course explores the nuts and bolts of how to proceed when your client withdraws assent. You will learn to identify self advocacy skills and set up opportunities for your clients to use those skills while collecting information to be used down the line for treatment modification.
What do you do when your client withdraws assent? This course explores the nuts and bolts of how to proceed when your client withdraws assent. You will learn to identify self advocacy skills and set up opportunities for your clients to use those skills while collecting information to be used down the line for treatment modification.
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Clarify: Boundaries & Negotiables
While honoring assent withdrawal is at the heart of these consequent strategies, there are times in life when it isn't feasible, it isn't safe, or we just need to push through. This course sets the stage for identifying boundaries to uphold with clients, tolerance skills that will help clients when honoring AW isn't possible, identifying client boundaries and identifying conditions under which negotiation is needed.
While honoring assent withdrawal is at the heart of these consequent strategies, there are times in life when it isn't feasible, it isn't safe, or we just need to push through. This course sets the stage for identifying boundaries to uphold with clients, tolerance skills that will help clients when honoring AW isn't possible, identifying client boundaries and identifying conditions under which negotiation is needed.
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Refine Your Measurement
Learn to select and set up measures to help inform your decision making process. This critical component of Assent Based Practice allows for your learners input to be incorporated into their therapy and allows you to learn to improve the program you build for your learners every step of the way.
Learn to select and set up measures to help inform your decision making process. This critical component of Assent Based Practice allows for your learners input to be incorporated into their therapy and allows you to learn to improve the program you build for your learners every step of the way.
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Modify & Make Decisions
This is the fun part! Learn to use learner feedback and data collected to identify patterns, problem solve waning client assent, and get your program back on track so that your learners are happily engaged and progressing towards their values.
This is the fun part! Learn to use learner feedback and data collected to identify patterns, problem solve waning client assent, and get your program back on track so that your learners are happily engaged and progressing towards their values.
Enroll Today!
To Get Up and Running as an Assent-Based Practitioner
Choose Your Payment Option
One Payment of $1,297
ABT Essentials Modules
Live Bi-Weekly Q&A
+
Tuition Waiver to One Workshop ($450 value)
Tuition Waiver to One Webinar/Panel ($100 value)
+ BONUS Workshop ($450 value)
Three Payments of $447
ABT Essentials Modules
Live Bi-Weekly Q&A
+
Tuition Waiver to One Workshop ($450 value)
Tuition Waiver to One Webinar/Panel ($100 value)
So, Let's Think About What's Possible...
If we could accelerate your success by helping you bypass the roadblocks we know are coming...
And if we could help you avoid the mistakes we've made in our many years of doing this...
What would it be worth to you?
How will you feel as you head into work each day, knowing you have the essentials you need?
And if we could help you avoid the mistakes we've made in our many years of doing this...
What would it be worth to you?
How will you feel as you head into work each day, knowing you have the essentials you need?
Here's What We're Really Up To With The Assent Based Treatment Essentials Program:
Overall, becoming an assent-based practitioner is a journey, not a destination.
There will always be more work to do, but this program will give you the essentials for feeling confident that you can do this – whether you're brand new to implementing assent-based treatment, or just looking to refine and "clean up" what you have in place already, this program will take you through the necessary foundational steps.
This program was designed with you in mind, because we have been where you are.
The team at Octave has been preparing for this for several years -- via scholarship, collaboration with experts, guidance from the lived experiences of autistic individuals, and by listening carefully to our colleagues and clients.
And the focus of this program is for you to find success in designing and successfully implementing a comprehensive assent-based treatment program.
There will always be more work to do, but this program will give you the essentials for feeling confident that you can do this – whether you're brand new to implementing assent-based treatment, or just looking to refine and "clean up" what you have in place already, this program will take you through the necessary foundational steps.
This program was designed with you in mind, because we have been where you are.
The team at Octave has been preparing for this for several years -- via scholarship, collaboration with experts, guidance from the lived experiences of autistic individuals, and by listening carefully to our colleagues and clients.
And the focus of this program is for you to find success in designing and successfully implementing a comprehensive assent-based treatment program.
What does it mean to have a comprehensive assent-based treatment program in place? You'll know you're there when:
honoring assent withdrawal every time, always, on an FR1 schedule no longer gets in the way of meeting your treatment goals
you can confidently describe each of your learners' unique values, boundaries, assent and assent withdrawal topographies
your learners are each developing robust self-advocacy repertoires, where each response being taught makes clear and perfect sense for their specific needs
boundaries and negotiables have become comfortable conversation topics
power struggles dissipate from your day-to-day, and you can connect meaningfully with your learners on a shared agenda
These are just a few of many indicators of success that you can reach through the Assent Based Treatment Essentials Program.
Hey! My Name is Amy.
I've been practicing as a BCBA and educational consultant for 10 years, and have been navigating incorporating assent-based practices on my own for a large chunk of my career.
I know firsthand how lonely and overwhelming it can feel to take on a new way of practicing! And I can relate to the emotional rollercoaster of un-learning, re-learning, and updating your understanding of behavior analytic work along the way.
I had the great fortune of connecting with a handful of brilliant and oh-so-generous behavior analysts who have supported my growth and helped me get to where I am now. So I can attest to how awesome it feels to work with Liz on this journey!
I'll be right there by your side throughout the program if you need support from someone who has been where you are. I can't wait to see the great things you get up to! 💕
I know firsthand how lonely and overwhelming it can feel to take on a new way of practicing! And I can relate to the emotional rollercoaster of un-learning, re-learning, and updating your understanding of behavior analytic work along the way.
I had the great fortune of connecting with a handful of brilliant and oh-so-generous behavior analysts who have supported my growth and helped me get to where I am now. So I can attest to how awesome it feels to work with Liz on this journey!
I'll be right there by your side throughout the program if you need support from someone who has been where you are. I can't wait to see the great things you get up to! 💕
Now, Let's See if This Program is Right For YOU!
This program was designed for practitioners who want to dedicate their professional development time to learning, practicing, and implementing Assent Based Treatment into their work with learners.
Assent Based Treatment Essentials is perfect for both novice and intermediate assent-based practitioners.
The content of this program was designed specifically with behavior analysts in mind, so you will notice a heavy emphasis on Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) and language instruction typical within the realm of Autism services and work with Neurodivergent Individuals. You don’t have to be credentialed or working in the field of ABA to join, but we recommend that you come to us with:
Assent Based Treatment Essentials is perfect for both novice and intermediate assent-based practitioners.
The content of this program was designed specifically with behavior analysts in mind, so you will notice a heavy emphasis on Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) and language instruction typical within the realm of Autism services and work with Neurodivergent Individuals. You don’t have to be credentialed or working in the field of ABA to join, but we recommend that you come to us with:
- a strong background in behavior analysis or special education,
- a genuine interest in the autonomy of your clients, and
- the time and autonomy necessary to implement what you learn in the program in your everyday work with learners.
We recommend that you set aside about 1-2 hours per week for goal-directed engagement with this journey toward implementing assent-based treatment.
As with most training programs, the more you put into it, the more you’ll get out of it.
Make the most of it by dedicating specific time on your calendar each week to working through the program.
As with most training programs, the more you put into it, the more you’ll get out of it.
Make the most of it by dedicating specific time on your calendar each week to working through the program.
Live sessions will be one hour in length and hosted every other Thursday at 1:00PST / 4:00 EST
Join as often as you can, or watch the recordings!
Live sessions are a critical component to getting your questions answered, and for discovering what you didn't know you don't know!
Sessions will be recorded, so if you miss a week you can always catch up quickly!
Join as often as you can, or watch the recordings!
Live sessions are a critical component to getting your questions answered, and for discovering what you didn't know you don't know!
Sessions will be recorded, so if you miss a week you can always catch up quickly!
You’ll need a few tools to engage with the program effectively. We recommend that high-speed internet and a computer with a webcam + mic for smooth participation in the program.
You'll be watching videos, analyzing graphs, and interacting with real humans!
Set yourself up for success by logging in with your big screen, turning on your audio, and utilizing your camera and microphone.
You'll be watching videos, analyzing graphs, and interacting with real humans!
Set yourself up for success by logging in with your big screen, turning on your audio, and utilizing your camera and microphone.
Structure
Assent Based Treatment Essentials incorporates asynchronous online coursework with bi-weekly live virtual Q&A sessions and a supportive online community.
Complete the online modules at your own pace, and attend the live sessions and/or check in on Slack for additional support & ideas.
Complete the online modules at your own pace, and attend the live sessions and/or check in on Slack for additional support & ideas.
You'll have lifetime* access to the online modules.
Each module is 1-2 hours long
Go at your own pace and revisit content as needed
Each completed module unlocks the next
Download and use the resources available as you apply what you learn
OCTAVE is a BACB- and IBAO- approved CEU provider, and completing the online modules in Assent Based Treatment Essentials will earn you a minimum of 12 Learning CEUs, with at least one Ethics CEU.
You could complete the program in as little as 8 weeks, but we recommend taking your time, letting things percolate a bit, and revisiting modules as you move through this process.
While we've created a specific sequence for learning, the process of implementing what you learn is recursive and non-linear. That's where the Live Sessions and Slack Community come in.
You could complete the program in as little as 8 weeks, but we recommend taking your time, letting things percolate a bit, and revisiting modules as you move through this process.
While we've created a specific sequence for learning, the process of implementing what you learn is recursive and non-linear. That's where the Live Sessions and Slack Community come in.
Here's what the live virtual Q&A sessions look like:
Live sessions every other week will include both structured follow up and open Q & A related to various topics throughout the program. Send in your questions ahead of time, or pop-in whenever you can to learn from the rich discussions we will have about all things assent-based practice!
Liz will lead a majority of the live virtual sessions, so you will have a chance to tap into her wealth of knowledge and experience on this topic.
And yes, sessions will be recorded so you can catch them at a later time!
Liz will lead a majority of the live virtual sessions, so you will have a chance to tap into her wealth of knowledge and experience on this topic.
And yes, sessions will be recorded so you can catch them at a later time!
And you'll have Slack, too!
A Positive, Supportive Community. Professional development is always more fun with a group! You’ll be joining a global community of lifelong learners who share your values and really “get” what you’re up to. Meet other Behavior Analysts who are starting the process of of folding these assent based components into their practice right along side you. Seeing what others are doing never hurts for extra examples. We hope to foster meaningful connections so that you’ll have people around the world who are rooting for your success, and are in it with you every step of the way.
We'll set up a Slack workspace just for members of the Assent Based Treatment Essentials Program and the team at Octave will moderate discussions as they arise. You'll always have someone to talk to about the career-changing work you're doing!
We'll set up a Slack workspace just for members of the Assent Based Treatment Essentials Program and the team at Octave will moderate discussions as they arise. You'll always have someone to talk to about the career-changing work you're doing!
Join us!
Assent Based Treatment Essentials
Let's make change that matters. Together.
What exactly is included
Exclusive Access to Liz Lefebre
Octave co-founder Liz Lefebre has 15+ years experience working with learners using an assent based approach, and is currently working with experts in the field to define and evolve the Assent Based Practice model.
($5,000 value)
Online Content
8 Interactive online modules walking you through each step of the program. Program membership includes ongoing access to this content for the life of the program.
8 Interactive online modules walking you through each step of the program. Program membership includes ongoing access to this content for the life of the program.
($2,000 value)
Physical products and tools
Templates and worksheets to facilitate the work that will be done in designing your own Assent Based Treatment package
Templates and worksheets to facilitate the work that will be done in designing your own Assent Based Treatment package
($300 value)
Tuition waiver to Live workshop
One Tuition waiver for an additional Octave Assent workshop. These workshops will be opened up to the public and will explore other facets of ABP, allowing for a deeper understanding of specific components of Assent Based Practice.
One Tuition waiver for an additional Octave Assent workshop. These workshops will be opened up to the public and will explore other facets of ABP, allowing for a deeper understanding of specific components of Assent Based Practice.
($450 value)
Tuition waiver to Webinar/Panel
One Tuition Waiver for an additional Octave Assent webinar or panel. These panels will be opened to the public and will bring in the perspectives of Autistic Voices, Voices of professionals from a variety of professional settings and backgrounds, and other subject matter experts.
One Tuition Waiver for an additional Octave Assent webinar or panel. These panels will be opened to the public and will bring in the perspectives of Autistic Voices, Voices of professionals from a variety of professional settings and backgrounds, and other subject matter experts.
($100 value)
CEUs
While we pride ourselves on being more than just another CEU provider, your hard work in this program should pay off, so you will also walk away with a minimum of 12 CEUs, and the option to earn more
While we pride ourselves on being more than just another CEU provider, your hard work in this program should pay off, so you will also walk away with a minimum of 12 CEUs, and the option to earn more
($600 value)
Slack community
Live support in slack for the life of the program.
Live support in slack for the life of the program.
(priceless)
This all adds up to a TOTAL Value of >$8,450.00
Join us!
Assent Based Treatment Essentials
Let's make change that matters. Together.
What exactly is included
Exclusive Access to Liz Lefebre
Octave co-founder Liz Lefebre has 15+ years experience working with learners using an assent based approach, and is currently working with experts in the field to define and evolve the Assent Based Practice model.
($5,000 value)
Online Content
8 Interactive online modules walking you through each step of the program. Program membership includes ongoing access to this content for the life of the program.
($2,000 value)
Physical products and tools
Templates and worksheets to facilitate the work that will be done in designing your own Assent Based Treatment package
($300 value)
Tuition waiver to Live workshop
One Tuition waiver for an additional Octave Assent workshop. These workshops will be opened up to the public and will explore other facets of ABP, allowing for a deeper understanding of specific components of Assent Based Practice.
($450 value)
Tuition waiver to Webinar/Panel
One Tuition Waiver for an additional Octave Assent webinar or panel. These panels will be opened to the public and will bring in the perspectives of Autistic Voices, Voices of professionals from a variety of professional settings and backgrounds, and other subject matter experts.
($100 value)
CEUs
While we pride ourselves on being more than just another CEU provider, your hard work in this program should pay off, so you will also walk away with a minimum of 12 CEUs, and the option to earn more
($600 value)
Slack community
Live support in slack for the life of the program.
(priceless)
This all adds up to a TOTAL Value of >$8,450.00
So, What Do You Say?
Ready to Join us in 2024?
Choose Your Payment Option
One Payment of $1,297
ABT Essentials Modules
Live Bi-Weekly Q&A
+
Tuition Waiver to One Workshop ($450 value)
Tuition Waiver to One Webinar/Panel ($100 value)
+ BONUS Workshop ($450 value)
Three Payments of $447
ABT Essentials Modules
Live Bi-Weekly Q&A
+
Tuition Waiver to One Workshop ($450 value)
Tuition Waiver to One Webinar/Panel ($100 value)
FAQs
Do you provide CEUs?
Absolutely! Octave is a BACB approved ACE Provider, so Board Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBAs) can accrue CEUs for completing the online courses. Octave is also an IBAO approved CEU provider, so International Behavior Analysts can also collect CEUs.
If you complete the Assent Based Treatment Essentials Curriculum from start to finish, you’ll finish up with a minimum of 12 Learning CEUs + 1 Ethics CEU.
CEUs will also be offered for live webinars, panels, and workshops - you get access to some of these as part of your membership in Assent Based Treatment Essentials, where you'll be able to collect 3-5 additional CEUs!
Please note that attendance at regular Q&A sessions will not result in earning CEUs.
Absolutely! Octave is a BACB approved ACE Provider, so Board Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBAs) can accrue CEUs for completing the online courses. Octave is also an IBAO approved CEU provider, so International Behavior Analysts can also collect CEUs.
If you complete the Assent Based Treatment Essentials Curriculum from start to finish, you’ll finish up with a minimum of 12 Learning CEUs + 1 Ethics CEU.
CEUs will also be offered for live webinars, panels, and workshops - you get access to some of these as part of your membership in Assent Based Treatment Essentials, where you'll be able to collect 3-5 additional CEUs!
Please note that attendance at regular Q&A sessions will not result in earning CEUs.
What if I am not a behavior analyst?
The content in the Assent Based Treatment program was designed specifically with behavior analysts in mind, so you'll notice a heavy emphasis on Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) and instruction typical within the realm of Autism or related services. You don’t have to be credentialed or working in the field of ABA to join, but we recommend that you come to us with a strong background in behavior analysis, a genuine interest in compassionate services, and the time and autonomy necessary to implement what you learn in the program in your everyday work with learners.
The content in the Assent Based Treatment program was designed specifically with behavior analysts in mind, so you'll notice a heavy emphasis on Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) and instruction typical within the realm of Autism or related services. You don’t have to be credentialed or working in the field of ABA to join, but we recommend that you come to us with a strong background in behavior analysis, a genuine interest in compassionate services, and the time and autonomy necessary to implement what you learn in the program in your everyday work with learners.
What if I can't attend the live sessions?
You may have noticed from the description above that this program is much more than a series of symposia or workshops. This program is for those who are serious about learning a set of skills -- and that requires active responding and feedback. This program leverages technology to provide that as much as possible via asynchronous courses, but there are some aspects of this that still require live interactions. For the most complete experience, we recommend attending as many of the live sessions as you can!
But if the schedule doesn't work out perfectly for you, we will record a majority of the live sessions and make them available to you as soon as possible! Watch the recordings when you get a chance, and stay in touch with us and other program members in real time on Slack.
You may have noticed from the description above that this program is much more than a series of symposia or workshops. This program is for those who are serious about learning a set of skills -- and that requires active responding and feedback. This program leverages technology to provide that as much as possible via asynchronous courses, but there are some aspects of this that still require live interactions. For the most complete experience, we recommend attending as many of the live sessions as you can!
But if the schedule doesn't work out perfectly for you, we will record a majority of the live sessions and make them available to you as soon as possible! Watch the recordings when you get a chance, and stay in touch with us and other program members in real time on Slack.
What if I don't have any learners to implement this with?
We design all of our programs to include a substantial amount of real-life application. Without that, many “aha moments” can be missed. We highly encourage all participants in the program to have at least one “case” to focus on throughout the program. If you don’t currently have any clients/students, or if you are unable to implement changes to data collection, graphing, and other processes at your place of work, then you might reconsider enrolling in the Assent Based Treatment Essentials program.
We design all of our programs to include a substantial amount of real-life application. Without that, many “aha moments” can be missed. We highly encourage all participants in the program to have at least one “case” to focus on throughout the program. If you don’t currently have any clients/students, or if you are unable to implement changes to data collection, graphing, and other processes at your place of work, then you might reconsider enrolling in the Assent Based Treatment Essentials program.
How long do I have access?
You will have lifetime access to the online modules and the live Q&As for as long as Octave is offering this program to the public. We want you to get as much value out of this experience as possible, and we know that the weekly schedule of a busy practitioner is... hectic, to say the least. If you decide you want to revisit the program with a new client in mind, you can cycle through the modules and the live sessions on a timeline that makes sense for you!
You will have lifetime access to the online modules and the live Q&As for as long as Octave is offering this program to the public. We want you to get as much value out of this experience as possible, and we know that the weekly schedule of a busy practitioner is... hectic, to say the least. If you decide you want to revisit the program with a new client in mind, you can cycle through the modules and the live sessions on a timeline that makes sense for you!
Do you offer discounts or scholarships?
We know that this program is a big investment for a professional on a budget, and we intend to make it worth your while. We priced the program and included bonuses thoughtfully, to be sure that this investment in your professional development pays for itself within a few months of program completion. With a focused step-by-step program, more CEUs than you likely need, and exclusive access to a robust support network, we know that this program will provide you more value at a lower price point than many other options.
We know that this program is a big investment for a professional on a budget, and we intend to make it worth your while. We priced the program and included bonuses thoughtfully, to be sure that this investment in your professional development pays for itself within a few months of program completion. With a focused step-by-step program, more CEUs than you likely need, and exclusive access to a robust support network, we know that this program will provide you more value at a lower price point than many other options.
Do you offer BACB supervision?
At this time, Octave does not offer BACB supervision for our clients. If you're looking for BACB supervision from an assent-based practitioner, or you'd like to find a practicum site or job opportunity where you can implement Assent Based Treatment, you are welcome to contact us. Tell us a bit about your needs- we may have a referral for you!
At this time, Octave does not offer BACB supervision for our clients. If you're looking for BACB supervision from an assent-based practitioner, or you'd like to find a practicum site or job opportunity where you can implement Assent Based Treatment, you are welcome to contact us. Tell us a bit about your needs- we may have a referral for you!
Do you offer consultation on my cases?
If you are interested, you can elect to add small group coaching to your experience. During those sessions, you will meet with an expert, and a handful of other participants to get more direct and individualized coaching on the work you are doing in the program. However, Octave cannot provide any direct consultation on your clinical cases.
If you are interested, you can elect to add small group coaching to your experience. During those sessions, you will meet with an expert, and a handful of other participants to get more direct and individualized coaching on the work you are doing in the program. However, Octave cannot provide any direct consultation on your clinical cases.
I already know the basics of Assent Based Practice... Do you have anything more intermediate or advanced?
The Assent Based Treatment Essentials Training Program is designed with beginners in mind. Not a beginner? This program will also be a great fit for you if you have gotten started but are still looking for clarity and guidance on setting up and implementing a robust assent-based treatment package.
If you feel that your practice is beyond these first few stages and you are looking for more... hang tight! Our upcoming deep-dive workshops and webinars may be exactly what you need. In addition, the team at Octave has some next-level offerings in the works... Make sure you're on our mailing list to hear about it when we release our next program!
The Assent Based Treatment Essentials Training Program is designed with beginners in mind. Not a beginner? This program will also be a great fit for you if you have gotten started but are still looking for clarity and guidance on setting up and implementing a robust assent-based treatment package.
If you feel that your practice is beyond these first few stages and you are looking for more... hang tight! Our upcoming deep-dive workshops and webinars may be exactly what you need. In addition, the team at Octave has some next-level offerings in the works... Make sure you're on our mailing list to hear about it when we release our next program!
I want my whole team/company to learn this. Can you help?
Yes! We offer add-on systems to support organizations on the journey toward Assent Based ABA. For some groups, it may be more cost-effective and advantageous to bring in Octave for a private workshop or group consultation. Contact us directly with inquiries about these options.
Yes! We offer add-on systems to support organizations on the journey toward Assent Based ABA. For some groups, it may be more cost-effective and advantageous to bring in Octave for a private workshop or group consultation. Contact us directly with inquiries about these options.
Are You Ready to Jump In?
If you have been thinking about making this shift to your practice, but you haven't done so yet because you don't know where to go for resources and support, you are exactly the right fit for this program.
While becoming a master at anything takes time and lots of practice, we are confident that you will walk away well on your journey toward feeling confident in your design, measurement, and analytical skills so that you can move your practice towards learner-centered assent-based treatment.
While becoming a master at anything takes time and lots of practice, we are confident that you will walk away well on your journey toward feeling confident in your design, measurement, and analytical skills so that you can move your practice towards learner-centered assent-based treatment.
Let's Do This!
Join Assent Based Treatment Essentials in 2024
Choose Your Payment Option
One Payment of $1,297
ABT Essentials Modules
Live Bi-Weekly Q&A
+
Tuition Waiver to One Workshop ($450 value)
Tuition Waiver to One Webinar/Panel ($100 value)
+ BONUS Workshop ($450 value)
Three Payments of $447
ABT Essentials Modules
Live Bi-Weekly Q&A
+
Tuition Waiver to One Workshop ($450 value)
Tuition Waiver to One Webinar/Panel ($100 value)
Still have questions about the Assent Based Treatment Essentials Training Program?
Let's chat - we'd love to hear from you about how we can support you.
Let's chat - we'd love to hear from you about how we can support you.