I have my own program writing style that has evolved over the years.

If you are unfamiliar with the assessment process, check out my post about the ABLLS-R which gives a general overview. Some people use other assessment tools, such as the VB-MAPP, or the Vineland. I will refer to the ABLLS-R in this post simply because it is the tool I use the most. I typically use the ABLLS-R assessment tool, which then guides my program writing. Programs can be written for all kinds of skills: brushing teeth, greeting people, table manners, potty training, sharing, counting, reading, one step instruction, etc.

Parents also can benefit from this knowledge, especially if you are a parent providing ABA therapy to your child. ABA professionals aren’t the only ones who need to know how to write programs.