What is the difference between Discrete Trial Training (DTT) and Pivotal Response Training (PRT)?
A. Both Pivotal Response Training (PRT) and Discrete Trial Training (DTT) incorporate the major principles of Applied Behavior Analysis to teach specified behaviors to individuals with Autism or other Developmental Disabilities. DTT approaches are highly structured and useful when acquisition skills are a major focus of a childs program. PRT involves a structured, play-based format, to target skill development. Most Pivotal Response Training programs utilize discrete trials as needed. ASTs model is flexible enough to allow for the benefits of both types of ABA approaches, thus individualizing each childs program. This process of fitting the program to the childs needs is discussed with each family, so that parents understand the benefits of PRT and DTT and how each will be applied.
