A Functional Behavior Assessment (FBA) is a process that seeks to determine the underlying cause or function of student behaviors that impede the learning of the student or the learning of the student’s peers. A Behavior Intervention Plan (BIP) is a plan that utilizes behavioral interventions and supports in order to reduce behaviors which interfere with a student’s academic progress and/or increase behaviors that lead to successful learning for that student.
Fairfax Virginia Agreement with Consultant to Implement Functional Behavior Assessment and Behavior Intervention Plan The Fairfax Virginia Agreement with Consultant to Implement Functional Behavior Assessment and Behavior Intervention Plan refers to a collaborative partnership between Fairfax County and a qualified consultant to address the needs of individuals exhibiting challenging behaviors. This agreement aims to improve the lives of individuals by implementing effective behavior management strategies and support systems. A Functional Behavior Assessment (FBA) is a comprehensive evaluation process conducted by the consultant to identify the causes and functions of challenging behaviors. This assessment uses various methods such as direct observations, interviews, and data analysis to gather information about the individual's behavior patterns and potential triggers. Based on the findings of the FBA, the consultant develops a Behavior Intervention Plan (BIG). This plan outlines specific strategies and interventions tailored to the individual's unique needs. The BIG aims to reduce or eliminate the identified challenging behaviors while promoting positive alternatives and skill development. The Fairfax Virginia Agreement specifies the roles and responsibilities of both Fairfax County and the consultant. It ensures that the consultant possesses appropriate qualifications and experience in the field of behavior analysis and intervention. The agreement also establishes a time frame for completing the FBA and developing the BIG. Keywords: Fairfax Virginia, Agreement, Consultant, Implement, Functional Behavior Assessment, Behavior Intervention Plan, collaborative partnership, challenging behaviors, behavior management strategies, support systems, comprehensive evaluation process, causes, functions, triggers, direct observations, interviews, data analysis, individual's behavior patterns, Behavior Intervention Plan, specific strategies, interventions, unique needs, positive alternatives, skill development, roles, responsibilities, qualifications, experience, behavior analysis, time frame. Variations of Fairfax Virginia Agreement with Consultant to Implement Functional Behavior Assessment and Behavior Intervention Plan: 1. Fairfax Virginia Agreement with Behavior Analyst for Functional Behavior Assessment and Behavior Intervention Plan 2. Fairfax Virginia Agreement with Board-Certified Behavior Analyst (CBA) for Functional Behavior Assessment and Behavior Intervention Plan 3. Fairfax Virginia Agreement with Licensed Behavior Analyst for Functional Behavior Assessment and Behavior Intervention Plan 4. Fairfax Virginia Agreement with Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) Consultant for Functional Behavior Assessment and Behavior Intervention Plan.
