PTB founder Dana Meller has a mantra when it comes to BCBA® exam prep: Study like a first-timer. Dive into the data and learn why studying everything is her top tip for beating retaker odds.
Dana Do’s: Retaker Odds and Why You Should Study Like a First-Timer Read More
As PTB always says, exam prep is a marathon, not a race. Whether you’re preparing for the BCBA®, IBA®, or QBA® exam, studying is a non-negotiable. Many students spend weeks
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Advice from PTB founder Dana Meller on what to do when your knowledge of general concepts, definitions, and ideas is not generalizing to nuanced and contextualized test questions.
Dana Do’s: An Important Study Tip on Applying Knowledge to BCBA®/BCaBA Exam Questions Read More
Hungry? PTB knows just the thing. The team headed back to the PTB test (prep) kitchens to whip up a how-to guide for building a supercharged salad. Get the scoop
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Ask most anyone who has been there before and they’ll tell you that passing the BCBA® exam is notoriously tough. Often compared to the bar exam, the BCBA® exam has
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Wondering if you need to study content that’s not listed in the 6th Edition Test Content Outline? PTB Founder Dana Meller suggests a way to make that determination.
Dana Do’s: To Study or Not to Study, If It’s Not in the TCO Read More
The journey to exam day can get a little chaotic. To combat feeling overwhelmed, it’s important to have management strategies in place. To help you get your exam prep in order, PTB has rounded up 5 tips for better organization.
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Mindfulness… You’ve probably heard the term before, but what does it really mean? While it can refer to a specific type of meditation, mindfulness can also be an everyday practice
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Drawing inspiration from the TV show The Rehearsal, PTB founder Dana Meller behavioral rehearsal to a strategy for BCBA® exam prep.
Dana Do’s: Rehearsing Exam Day? A Test Prep Tip Inspired by HBO’s The Rehearsal Read More
Preparing for the BCBA® exam can feel overwhelming, but expert guidance can make all the difference. Dana Meller, founder of Pass the Big ABA Exam, and Dr. Stephen Eversole, founder of Behavior Development Solutions, share decades of exam prep insights. Their discussion covers essential strategies for success—not just to pass the exam, but to become a skilled and ethical behavior analyst.