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  • Find information for organizations (local, national, international) related to the field of behavior analysis
  • Answers to Frequently Asked Questions

Important Numbers

Frequently Asked Questions

How many behavior analysts are licensed/registered in Nevada?

The exact number varies on a day-by-day basis. As of July 7, 2022:

  • LBA: 347
  • LaBA: 44
  • RBT: 1,607

For a breakdown by county, please download the following document: Nevada ABA License (2022.07.07).pdf

What counts for Suicide Prevention CEUs?

Several questions have recently been asked about what courses count towards obtaining at least two (2) Suicide Prevention CEUs as stated in NRS 641D.360(3)(b). 

It is within the purview of each LBA and LaBA to identify evidence-based suicide prevention and awareness continuing education credits to complete. The CEUs are not required to be completed from an ACE Provider.

What counts for Cultural Competency and Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion CEUs?

Several questions have recently been asked about what courses count towards obtaining at least six (6) Cultural Competency and Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion CEUs as stated in NRS 641D.360(3)(c). Specifically, Nevada Revised Statute identifies what the CEU course(s) need to address.

“Must address persons of different cultural backgrounds, including, without limitation:

  • Persons from various gender, racial and ethnic backgrounds;
  • Persons from various religious backgrounds;
  • Lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and questioning persons;
  • Children and senior citizens;
  • Veterans;
  • Persons with a mental illness;
  • Persons with an intellectual disability, developmental disability or physical disability; and
  • Persons who are part of any other population that a behavior analyst may need to better understand, as determined by the Board.”

It is within the purview of each LBA and LaBA to identify cultural competency and diversity, equity, and inclusion continuing education credits to complete. The CEUs are not required to be completed from an ACE Provider.

Who Provides LiveScan services?

Submission of fingerprints via LiveScan electronic submission is quite common and available in most communities through fingerprinting establishments and law enforcement agencies. But, in some smaller communities, LiveScan may not be available. It is advisable to contact the vender before you go to confirm that they offer LiveScan submission. You can also contact the Nevada Department of Public Safety at 775-684-6262 with assistance in finding a LiveScan provider near you.

When are Application Fees due?

The specific fees are detailed for each license or registration in the application. The RBT registration fee of $70 is due when your application is initiated. LBA/LaBA applications require a $100 application fee at the time the application is initiated. An additional exam fee and pro-rated license fees will be due as the application process proceeds. You will be prompted when those fees are to be paid. All fees can be paid online. 

 

 

 

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Reno, NV 89523

Phone: (775) 746-9429

Fax: (775) 746-4105

Email: information@nvababoard.org

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Christy Fuller

Christy Fuller received a Master’s from the University of Nevada, Reno in December 2011. While at UNR, she found a love for behavior analysis when she started working with young autistic learners in 2002. Since graduation, she has worked for big service providers and smaller service providers in schools, at home, and in clinics. She is passionate about our state and the application of our science, and is proud to have served on Nevada’s ABA Board since its inception. In her free time, she can be found spending time with family, hiking, running, tinkering in her garden, volunteering on other boards, or spending time with friends.

Courtney LoMonaco

Courtney LoMonaco is a licensed Board Certified Behavior Analyst in the state of Nevada. She earned her Bachelor’s degree in Special Education (2012) and Master of Education with an emphasis in behavioral interventions (2017) from the University of Nevada, Reno. She began her work in the field of special education working as a self-contained teacher in public schools in 2012, and has been serving as a behavior analyst in public schools since 2018. In her free time she can be found spending time with her family and dogs, paddle boarding, practicing yoga, attending concerts and reading books.

Dr. Brighid Fronapfel

Dr. Fronapfel is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst-Doctoral (BCBA-D) and Licensed Behavior Analyst in the State of Nevada with expertise in early intervention, autism and related disabilities, behavioral gerontology, teacher training, and school-based behavior analysis. She earned her Ph.D. in Psychology with an emphasis in Behavior Analysis from Western Michigan University and her M.S. from California State University, Stanislaus.
Dr. Fronapfel is a research assistant professor at the University of Nevada, Reno where she has held positions as Project Coordinator for the Prevent-Teach-Reinforce for Young Children Project (PTR-YC), a supervisor and advisor for the Certified Behavior Analysts in Nevada Schools (CBANS) Project, a consultant for the Washoe and Mineral County School Districts, a member of the Interdisciplinary Consultation Team and a trainer for the Positive Behavior Supports-Nevada Aging Project.
At present, Dr. Fronapfel is a member of the expert faculty panel for Project ECHO and serves as a practicum supervisor and instructor for graduate students completing their behavior analytic supervised independent fieldwork Special Education Graduate Program in Advanced Studies in Behavior Analytic Interventions. Prior to her appointment to the Board, Dr. Fronapfel served as a member of the Public Policy Committee for the Nevada Association for Behavior Analysis.

Dr. Patrick A. Leytham

Dr. Patrick A. Leytham is a licensed Board Certified Behavior Analyst through the Behavior Analytic Certification Board and a Licensed Behavior Analyst through the State of Nevada. He has been practicing within the field of Applied Behavior Analysis as a Registered Behavior Technician (2017 – 2019) and a BCBA (2019 – current). Dr. Leytham earned his Doctorate of Philosophy in Special Education, focusing his studies on literacy strategies for children diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder. He is also licensed as a Special Educator (2007 – current), holds an endorsement to teach children with ASD, and has taught exceptional children (i.e., ADHD, ASD, FAS, ID, LD, etc.) from early childhood through high school in general education, resource, and self-contained classrooms. From 2011 through 2021, Dr. Leytham also taught special education coursework at multiple institutions of higher education (CSN, UNLV, WSU, TUN), wherein he (a) conducted research on children and adolescents with ASD, (b) published several articles relating to special education, behavior analysis, and teacher education preparation, (c) presented at local, national, and international conferences, and (d) engaged in community outreach programs focused on improving the lives of families with exceptional children. He currently serves as the Secretary/Treasure for the Nevada Applied Behavior Analysis Board. In his free time, Dr. Leytham enjoys watching soccer and ice hockey, as well as spending time outdoors spearfishing and camping.