BxLog is PTB’s exam prep blog, edited and curated by veteran ABA professionals with a mission to provide candidates helpful tools and guidance along their BCBA® exam prep journey. Explore short videos and articles containing valuable information including explanations of Test Content Outline concepts and ABA terminology, study tips, mock exam questions with answer breakdowns, and lifestyle advice to maintain a healthy exam prep regimen.
Preparing for the BCBA® exam can be daunting, but with these five tips, you can ease the stress. From studying smart to planning for the unexpected, these strategies will help you feel confident and ready on exam day.
5 Ways to Make the Big Exam Feel Less Scary Read More
What’s the best thing to put on your whiteboard? PTB co-founder Dana Meller explains that a highly personalized approach is the best strategy. Get her tips to figure out how to use your whiteboard effectively on exam day.
Dana Do’s: How to Effectively Use Your Whiteboard on the BCBA® Exam Read More
The life of a behavior professional can be rewarding, but it can also be a little lonely. PTB co-founder Dana Meller shares her experience with overcoming isolation with some recommendations for students and current BCBAs.
Dana Do’s: Feeling Isolated on ABA Island Read More
Memorization is a crucial skill, but it may not be enough to get you a passing score. PTB founder Dana Meller shares her insight into how rote memorization can create a false sense of confidence while offering tips to improve knowledge generalization.
Dana Do’s: A Common Misconception About the Role of Memorization Read More
Long days and even longer study sessions, can leave your back and neck feeling stiff. Luckily, PTB has just the thing: 7 desk-friendly, do-anywhere yoga moves. While it can’t replace your regular yoga routine, these stretches can help you reset your mind and body when you’re glued to your desk (or couch, or kitchen chair).
Desk Yoga: 7 Stretches for Your Next Study Session Read More
The concepts of punishment and reinforcement can sometimes confuse exam candidates. PTB co-founder Dana Meller clears things up, explaining nuances between the two and sharing her tips for making better discriminations on exam day.
Dana Do’s: Let’s Clear Up the Confusion Between Punishment and Reinforcement Read More
How do you know if your BCBA® study activities are effective? PTB founder Dana Meller shares some key analysis that may help BCBA® exam candidates assess efficacy.
Dana Do’s: How to Know if Your Study Activities are Effective Read More
PTB co-founder cautions candidates about using the actual BCBA® exam as a mock exam, listing all the reasons why you might want to reconsider getting creative with your mock exam prep experience.
Dana Do’s: Careful About Getting Creative With Mock Exams Read More
#1: Set Deadlines Believe it or not, setting deadlines can help you get more done. Parkinson’s Law is the idea that “work expands to fill the time available for its
Stuffed Schedule? 6 Tips for Better Time Management Read More
PTB co-founder Dana Meller sends an important warning for test takers. Watch out for extremes in exam questions and answer options.
Dana Do’s: Warning. Be Careful of Extremes. Read More