Pulmonary aspiration. Pulmonary aspiration is the entry of material (such as pharyngeal secretions, food or drink, or stomach contents) from the oropharynx or gastrointestinal tract into the larynx (voice box) and lower respiratory tract (the portions of the respiratory system from the tracheaâi.e., windpipeâto the lungs).
The Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) Certification is the internationally recognized certification for Applied Behavior Analysis professionals. The Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) is a certified behavior analyst, who is concerned with understanding and improving behavior. The BCBA has a variety of professional options as behavior modication / intervention is a growing and widespread field.
). So, the easy answer is that from the standpoint of implementation and consultation the PhD or doctorate is not required nor does having one make the BCBA more qualified. Like everything else there are minimums necessary to become qualified and there are those with greater skills.