Course curriculum

Updated to reflect the November 2025 Consolidated AFC Administrative Rules (R 400.601–R 400.745)

  • 1

    Chapter 1: Professional Role and Responsibilities of the Behavioral Technician

    • Intro 1: Content Description

    • Intro 2 - Learning Objectives

    • Lesson 1-1: Scope of Practice and Responsibilities

    • Lesson 1-2: Person-Centered Approaches in Residential Care

    • Lesson 1-3: Professional Boundaries and Conduct

    • Chapter 1 Review
  • 2

    Chapter 2: Behavioral Health Foundations and Conditions

    • Lesson 2-1: Overview of Mental Illness in Residential Settings

    • Lesson 2-2: Developmental Disabilities and Functional Implications

    • Lesson 2-3: Co-Occurring Disorders and Dual Diagnosis

    • Lesson 2-4: Trauma-Informed Care Principles

    • Lesson 2-5: Responding to Sexually Inappropriate Behavior

    • Chapter 2 Review
  • 3

    Chapter 3: Behavioral Interventions and Skill Development (H2014-Aligned)

    • Lesson 3-1: Principles of Behavior and Reinforcement

    • Lesson 3-2: Teaching Functional Skills in Daily Activities

    • Lesson 3-3: Managing Challenging Behaviors

    • Lesson 3-4: Data Collection and Progress Monitoring

    • Chapter 3 Review
  • 4

    Chapter 4: Communication and Documentation

    • Lesson 4-1: Effective Communication with Residents

    • Lesson 4-2: Interdisciplinary Team Communication

    • Lesson 4-3: Clinical Documentation Standards

    • Lesson 4-4: Confidentiality and HIPAA in Practice

    • Chapter 4 Review
  • 5

    Chapter 5: Health, Safety, and Crisis Response

    • Lesson 5-1: Basic Health Monitoring and Observation

    • Lesson 5-2: Medication Awareness and Support

    • Lesson 5-3: Crisis Prevention and Intervention

    • Lesson 5-4: Incident Reporting and Regulatory Compliance

    • Chapter 5 Review
  • 6

    Chapter 6: Daily Living Support and Environmental Structure

    • Lesson 6-1: Supporting Activities of Daily Living (ADLs)

    • Lesson 6-2: Instrumental ADLs and Community Integration

    • Lesson 6-3: Structuring a Therapeutic Environment

    • Lesson 6-4: Promoting Independence and Choice-Making

    • Chapter 6 Review