Graph It, Teach It, Explain It: Over 100 Hours!

The Ultimate Unrestricted Hours Ideas for Student Analysts
This powerhouse resource is your all-in-one roadmap to earning up to 160 unrestricted hours while becoming a more confident, competent, and creative future BCBA. Thoughtfully organized by Task List 6 domains, this document includes 69 professional, in-depth activities ranging from staff training, verbal behavior, ethics, data analysis, and caregiver coaching — all infused with real-life application, clear directions, and behavior-analytic integrity.

Whether you're supervising, studying, or still trying to figure out the difference between an EO and an SD before your coffee, this guide has your back! It also includes bonus activities to help you connect behavior analysis with your daily life, from movies to journaling to mock RBT training sessions.

Other Sample Activities

•  Create a NET Lesson Bank
  Design 10 natural environment teaching activities tied to VB-MAPP goals (e.g., color ID while sorting toys, mands during snack). (2 hours)

• Conduct a Mini Data Audit with Supervisor
  Choose 1 client, check data sheets for accuracy, consistency, and trends. Report findings. (2.5-3 hours)

• Present a Client Update to the Clinical Team
  Summarize goal progress, barriers, behavior trends, and caregiver participation. Practice with BCBA before presenting. (2-3 hours)

Includes:

• 150+ hours of unrestricted activity ideas

• Task List 6-aligned content

• A BACB disclaimer for compliance

• Bonus section for generalization & conceptual fluency

• Friendly, accessible tone mixed with professional guidance

Perfect for:

• BCBA candidates collecting hours

• Supervisors designing supervision plans

• Study groups & peer mentorship circles

⚠️ Important Disclaimer on BACB Standards: All unrestricted activities listed in this guide are intended to align with the standards set forth by the Behavior Analyst Certification Board® (BACB®) under the 6th edition Task Lists. These activities are examples only and must be approved and supervised by a qualified BCBA or BCBA-D who meets BCBA candidates are responsible for ensuring that all hours:

• Are consistent with the BACB's current requirements for unrestricted hours

• Occur under appropriate supervision

• Do not involve activities exclusively performed by RBTs or other therapists

• Include conceptual understanding, problem solving, ethical application, and clinical judgment

Always refer to the BACB’s official website (www.bacb.com) for the most current requirements, definitions, and restrictions. This document does not replace official guidance from the BACB and should not be considered legal or regulatory advice.