Behavioral Intervention Plan
Also written as: BIP — Behavioral Intervention Plan
A comprehensive document outlining evidence-based strategies to address problem behaviors identified through functional assessment.
Full Definition
A Behavioral Intervention Plan (BIP) is a formal document that outlines specific, evidence-based strategies for addressing challenging behaviors based on the results of a functional behavioral assessment. The plan typically includes antecedent modifications, replacement behaviors to be taught, consequence strategies, crisis intervention procedures, and data collection methods. BIPs are required under federal education law for students with disabilities who exhibit behaviors that impede learning and must be implemented consistently across all relevant settings and personnel.
Usage
Usage note: Required legal document in educational settings; should be capitalized when referring to the formal document.
In Context
- "The IEP team developed a comprehensive behavioral intervention plan following the completion of the functional behavioral assessment." — Special education documentation
- "All staff members were trained on the behavioral intervention plan implementation procedures before the student's return to class." — School behavior team meeting minutes