From Passive to Proactive: Activating Caregivers for Better Outcomes
With Karen Nohelty
August 19th at 12pm EST
From Passive to Proactive: Activating Caregivers for Better Outcomes
This presentation introduces caregiver activation as a practical framework for strengthening caregiver engagement. Drawing from activation research, attendees will learn how caregivers’ knowledge, confidence, and readiness may influence their participation in their child’s care. The presentation will describe behaviors associated with different levels of caregiver activation and examine how clinicians can tailor caregiver training strategies to each caregiver’s current strengths and support needs.
Through case examples and actionable recommendations, attendees will gain practical tools for promoting meaningful caregiver participation, supporting intervention implementation, and improving outcomes for autistic individuals and their families.
Learning Objectives
Caregiver Activation
Participants will be able to define the concept of caregiver activation and explain its relevance in ABA services for autistic individuals.
Identifying Behaviors
Participants will be able to identify behaviors associated with the 4 different levels of caregiver activation.
Applying Strategies
Participants will be able to describe specific strategies, based on review of the literature, for increasing caregiver activation.
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Free | Live | BACB CEU
Join us!
Caregiver activation offers a practical framework for strengthening engagement, showing how a caregiver's knowledge, confidence, and readiness may influence their participation in their child's care. This session highlights the behaviors that signal different levels of activation and practical ways clinicians can meet each caregiver where they are, tailoring training to their current strengths and support needs. Attendees will walk away with actionable tools to promote meaningful participation, support intervention implementation, and improve outcomes for autistic individuals and their families.
- Location: Zoom
- CEUs: 1 General Learning
- Date: August 19th
- Time: 12pm EST
*You must attend live to access the CEU content
Meet your presenter
Karen Nohelty

Have questions?
Is the CEU really free?
Yes! Attendance to the live session is completely free, and BACB CEUs are included at no cost for those who meet the participation requirements.
How will I receive the webinar link?
Upon registration, you will receive an email with the webinar link and the option to add the webinar to your calendar.
Can I get the CEU if I watch the recording later?
No. CEUs are only available for those who attend the full session live and complete all required steps. The recording will be available in our CEU Library for organizations with a Sidekick Learning subscription.
Will the recording be available after?
This free webinar and CEU are only available live. However, a recording will be added to our CEU Library, available exclusively to ABA businesses through a Sidekick Learning subscription. Learn more: https://www.sidekicklearning.net/continuing-education
How do I receive my CEU certificate?
After the session, you’ll complete a feedback survey and enter the code words shared during the presentation. Your certificate will be emailed to you upon completion of the feedback survey and entry of the correct code words.
What platform is used for the live event?
The event is hosted via Zoom. You’ll receive a link to join in your confirmation email after registering.
Can I attend on my phone or tablet?
Yes, but we recommend using a desktop or laptop for the best viewing experience and to ensure you don’t miss the code words.
What if I arrive late or have to leave early?
Unfortunately, you must attend the full session live to qualify for CEUs. Partial attendance does not meet BACB requirements. However, you may still join a partial session to learn from the presenter.
Can my whole team attend?
Absolutely! Each attendee must register individually and meet the participation requirements to earn CEUs.