Centre for Neuro Skills Achieves Behavioral Health Accreditation, Expands Training Opportunities

The Centre for Neuro Skills (CNS) has received significant recognition in the field of brain injury rehabilitation by earning accreditation from the Behavioral Health Center of Excellence (BHCOE) at three of its facilities in California and Texas.

The accreditation highlights CNS's commitment to high-quality applied behavior analysis (ABA) therapy services and its dedication to professional development in behavioral health treatment. Specifically, locations in Bakersfield and Los Angeles, California, and Irving, Texas, have been approved as training sites for behavior analysis students, marking a substantial advancement in clinical education.

With over four decades of experience treating individuals with complex brain injury challenges, CNS has established itself as a leader in rehabilitation services. The organization's behavior analysts and therapists specialize in addressing intricate behavioral issues through comprehensive, interdisciplinary rehabilitation programs.

This BHCOE accreditation represents more than a professional milestone. It provides critical opportunities for emerging behavior analysis professionals to receive hands-on training from board-certified experts. Students and interns can now learn advanced techniques for treating behavioral problems directly from experienced practitioners.

Chris Persel, Regional Director of Clinical Services and Director of Behavior Programming, emphasized the significance of the achievement, noting that the accreditation not only recognizes their department's excellence but also creates expanded educational pathways for future behavior analysts.

Since its founding in 1980 by Dr. Mark Ashley, CNS has treated thousands of patients with brain injuries, developing sophisticated approaches to behavioral intervention and rehabilitation. The organization's comprehensive services range from residential and assisted living to outpatient treatment, reflecting a holistic approach to neurological rehabilitation.

The BHCOE accreditation underscores the critical role specialized rehabilitation centers play in supporting individuals recovering from traumatic brain injuries and strokes. By maintaining rigorous standards and providing advanced training, organizations like CNS contribute significantly to improving patient outcomes and advancing professional knowledge in behavioral health.