Jon S. Bailey, PhD, BCBA-D, Emeritus Professor of Psychology at Florida State University, teaches graduate courses for behavior analysts. Dr. Bailey was a founding director of the Behavior Analyst Certification Board® and is past president of the Florida Association for Behavior Analysis and a fellow of the American Psychological Association and the Association for Behavior Analysis International.Mary R. Burch, PhD, BCBA-D, is a Board-Certified Behavior Analyst®. Dr. Burch has more than 25 years of experience in developmental disabilities. She has been a behavior specialist, Qualified Mental Retardation Professional (QMRP), unit director, and consulting behavior analyst in developmental disabilities, mental health, and preschool settings.

• PART ONE: Background for Ethics for Registered Behavior Technicians™; Chapter 1: How We Got Here; Chapter 2: Core Ethical Principles for Behavior Analysts Including RBTs; Chapter 3: A Virtual Bill of Rights for RBTs; PART TWO: Introducing the RBT® Ethics Code; Chapter 4: Section 1—Responsible Conduct Codes 1.01–1.13; Chapter 5: Section 2—Responsibility to Clients Codes 2.01–2.10; Chapter 6: Section 3—Competence and Service Delivery Codes 3.01–3.08; Chapter 7 RBT Responsibilities to the Board; PART THREE: Answers to Test-Yourself Questions, The RBT Ethics Code, Glossary, and Scripts and Conversation Starters; Appendix A: Answers to Test-Yourself Questions; Appendix B: The RBT Ethics Code; Appendix C: Glossary of Behavioral Terms; Appendix D: Considerations and Conversation Starters for RBT Trainers; Bibliography; Index.

"Dr. Bailey’s and Dr. Burch’s decades long contributions to the field of Applied Behavior Analysis continues with this informative and empowering book for future Registered Behavior Technicians. A heart-touching dedication page sets the tone and is a direct reflection of the energy and character of its authors. A must read road map for those entering the field."-Erik Lovaas, President of The Lovaas Center & Fundación Erik Lovaas Para el Autismo "Once again, Bailey and Bruch have provided the field with a timely and much needed book. The RBT Ethics Code will be of great benefit to Registered Behaviors Technicians and those who supervise them. I see it as being an integral part of any training and supervisory effort and another layer of protection for the children and families served by entry-level behavior analytic practitioners.Richard M. Foxx PhD, BCBA-D, Emeritus Professor of Psychology, Penn State University "I’m delighted that Dr. Bailey and Dr. Burch have worked diligently to develop this book that is appropriate for use during the 40-hour training but also as a reference text for RBTs to utilize during their career. I believe it will be a great resource for our field and greatly appreciate the dedication to quality, ethical service that both authors have provided the field of behavior analysis."Melissa L. Olive, PhD, BCBA-D, LBA, Executive Director, Applied Behavioral Strategies "Another winner from Baily and Burch! The RBT Ethics Code explains each of the 31 principles in easy-to-understand language, illustrated by actual ethical dilemmas drawn from Dr. Bailey’s experience on ABAEthicsHotline.com, including suggested ways for RBTs to respond. A must read, not only for RBT preparation, but also for employers and supervisors of RBTs!Sharon Older, PhD, BCBA-D, Executive Director, Adapt Behavioral Services, Florida "Given the unparalleled growth in Registered Behavior Technicians™ (RBT®) this Ethics Code book is a vital resource. Bailey and Burch logically tackle the ethics codes and provide detailed, clear, and practical scenarios throughout to assist RBTs® in their work. It’s a ‘need to have’ book for RBTs® and supervisors alike and I’m excited to use it in my classes."Kimberly A. Crosland, PhD, BCBA-D, Associate Professor, University of South Florida, USA