During discrimination training, when should reinforcement be provided by the RBT?

During discrimination training, reinforcement should be provided when the correct picture is present and corresponds to the correct verbal response. This approach is critical because discrimination training aims to teach individuals to differentiate between various stimuli and respond appropriately. By reinforcing the correct response aligned with the correct stimulus, you help solidify the learning process and enhance the likelihood of the desired behavior being repeated in the future.

Reinforcement at this point encourages the client to identify and select the correct option consistently, thereby improving recognition and discrimination skills over time. It aligns with the principles of applied behavior analysis, where positive reinforcement strengthens appropriate responses. This method fosters effective learning by ensuring that the client receives immediate feedback for correct behaviors in the context of the task, thus facilitating more successful discrimination between different stimuli.