Start Early: How to Leverage BCBA Services for DDS Compliance and Program Success in Your Behavioral Day Program
The upcoming DDS regulations require behavioral day programs to provide 2 hours of BCBA consultation per participant per month starting in 2026. Here’s how to strategically implement BCBA services:
Why Start Early with BCBA Services for Day Programs?
Starting in 2026, DDS regulations will require 2 hours of BCBA support per participant each month. Getting ready now will help your program stay on track and improve outcomes for everyone involved.
BCBAs Are More Than Behavior Experts!
While BCBAs can help with challenging behaviors, they also build important skills like daily living, social interaction, and managing emotions. Planning early lets you use all the ways a BCBA can help your program succeed.
Why Starting Early Is a Smart Choice
Be Ready for Rules: Plan now so your program meets the new requirements without rushing.
Manage Costs: Use a trial period with a BCBA to start slow, spread out expenses, and prepare your budget.
Work Smarter: Starting small gives you time to test ideas and make sure BCBA services fit your program well.
Steps to Start Now
1. Choose a Few Participants: Start with 3-5 participants to see how BCBA support works for your team.
2. Review Your Program: Have the BCBA look at participant plans, goals, and how your team tracks progress.
3. Work with Staff: Hold meetings to explain the changes, get feedback, and answer questions.
4. Test New Systems: Try easier ways to collect and report data for the chosen participants.
5. Grow Gradually: Look at what worked in your trial and slowly add more participants while making improvements.
Why Start Small?
Custom Solutions: Find out what works best for your program and adjust as needed.
Train Your Team: Give staff time to get used to new plans and data tools.
Better Results: Focus BCBA expertise on helping participants build life skills, social skills, and more.
Don’t wait until 2026! Starting small now helps your program, staff, and participants succeed long before the deadline.
Contact us today to schedule a consultation and learn how our BCBA services can support your program.
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