A Review of Behavioral Staff Training in Special Education Settings

Staff training is one method of improving quality of services provided to individuals receiving services in special education settings. This article provides a review of behavioral staff training in special education settings, primarily institutions, by focusing on antecedent, contingency management, and multi-faceted procedures. Each of these techniques is discussed and reviewed according to the following criteria: (a) evaluation of staff behavior, (b) assessment of changes in client behavior, (c) inclusion of follow-up observations, and (d) evaluation of consumer satisfaction with procedures. Recommendations for future research are made.