So, You Wanna Know How Many BCBA's Are Wranglin' Wranglers in Texas? Buckle Up, Buttercup!
Howdy, partner! You mosey on in here wonderin' just how many folks are wranglin' behavior in the great state of Texas with that fancy BCBA title? Well, let's grab a metaphorical ten-gallon hat, hitch up our analytical know-how, and two-step our way to an answer.
Hold Your Horses! Not All Badges Are Created Equal
Now, before we get knee-deep in numbers, there's a key point to consider. You see, BCBA can stand for two things: Board Certified Behavior Analyst (the big kahuna) and Board Certified Assistant Behavior Analyst (their trusty sidekick). Both wrangle behavior, but the BCBA is the head honcho with more experience under their belt.
Texas Two-Step: A Lope Through the Data
Unfortunately, there's no central cattle prod pokin' us towards an exact number of BCBA wranglers in Texas. But fear not, pioneer! We can gather some mighty fine herds of data to make an educated guesstimate.
One source, the TxABA Strategic Plan (think of it as the Texas Almanac for behavior wranglers), tells us the herd was movin' strong in 2020, with projections of over 16,000 certified folks by 2023 – that's a heap of behavior wranglers! Now, that number includes both BCBAs and their BCBA assistant partners.
Metro Mania: Where the Wranglers Wrangle Most
Here's where things get interesting, partner. Most of these behavior wranglers seem to be gatherin' around the bright lights of the Texas Triangle (think Dallas-Fort Worth, Houston, and San Antonio/Austin). Makes sense – folks tend to congregate where the city slickers are. But that leaves a mighty big frontier with fewer wranglers.
The Great BCBA Census: The Quest Continues!
So, the exact number of BCBA wranglers in Texas remains a bit of a mystery, a whisper on the dusty plains. But hey, that's part of the fun! Maybe one day we'll have a proper headcount, but for now, we can be confident there's a growing herd of talented folks out there helpin' folks with their behaviors.
The Last Roundup: The Importance of BCBA Wranglers
No matter the exact number, these BCBA wranglers are doin' mighty fine work. They help folks with autism, learning disabilities, and a whole range of other challenges. So next time you see a BCBA wranglin' behavior, give 'em a virtual tip of the hat – they're doin' a right important job!
