Welcome to Iowa ABA!


Founded in 2008, the Iowa Association for Behavior Analysis  (Iowa ABA) is a statewide organization whose purpose is to develop and advance the field of behavior analysis through research, education, and dissemination of information.

Iowa ABA is organized as a chapter of the Association for Behavior Analysis International (ABAI) for professional, scientific, and educational purposes.

Mission & Objectives:

Serve as a scientific and professional reference group for all in the State of Iowa who identify themselves as scientists or practitioners in disciplines that embrace the principles and practices of behavior analysis;

Support the development of professional credentialing for the practice of behavior analysis within the State of Iowa; 

Support the development of standards of practice for behavior analysis within the state of Iowa;

Identify and promote the use of effective and humane behavioral procedures in meeting the educational and habilitative needs of people with and without disabilities within the State of Iowa;

Advise political, legislative, and policy-making bodies with respect to all matters pertaining to behavior analysis in the State of Iowa; 

Publish and distribute an official Bulletin devoted to dissemination of scientific and technological achievements within the scope of behavior analysis and to matters of interest to the membership;

Promote and support the conduct of behavior analytic research within the State of Iowa;

Serve as a resource for parents and service providers interested in research based practices in behavior analysis.