Autism Certification

Because “Autism Friendly” isn’t enough

Family entertainment centers and attractions are exciting places that can provide a great way for families and individuals to have fun and create memories. However, there are things your staff needs to do in order to be able to welcome ALL guests and ensure you have accessible options and the training to improve the guest experience at your location.

Fun is for everyone and organizations across the globe are looking for ways to be equipped to truly accommodate all guests. With training, certification and onsite review options IBCCES is the leading expert to help travel and recreation organizations become inclusive and accessible.

The IBCCES Certified Autism Center™ (CAC) certification helps ensure organizations are fully equipped to better serve and attract autistic guests or those with other sensory sensitivities, improve the guest experience for all and empower your staff to have the confidence to handle guest-facing situations that may arise.

All Certified Autism Centers™ meet the following requirements:

Dedicated to serving autistic individuals

At least 80% of guest-facing staff trained and certified in autism

Committed to ongoing training and accessibility

An onsite review by IBCCES experts includes a comprehensive report with suggested changes or modifications & sensory guides for activities. (requirement dependent on size of organization)
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Benefits of Certification

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Position-specific, customized online training for staff

Stand out from your competitors

Increase market share and drive revenue

Gain knowledge & confidence in guest-facing scenarios

Competitive Advantage

  • Enhance Staff Morale & Empowerment

  • Become confident in your ability to provide travel/entertainment solutions to an underserved market

  • International recognition for your expertise in the fastest growing market in the travel/entertainment industry

  • Ability to contact IBCCES experts at any time with questions

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Did You Know?

1 in 36 diagnosis rate
1 in 36 children are diagnosed with autism in the US (varies globally)

millions of adults
Millions of adults are autistic but were never formally diagnosed


1 in 6 people have a sensory need or sensitivity

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    Training

    • Position-specific online training for staff – there is no one-size-fits all
    • Certification periods in 2 or 5-year increments
    • Onsite review by an expert that includes a comprehensive report with suggested modifications to better serve autistic individuals or those with sensory needs, as well as sensory guides for attractions or interactive features.

    Marketing

    • Listing on the International Online Registry of Certified Autism Centers™
    • Press release from IBCCES announcing CAC
    • Framed certification for display
    • Customized identification adhesives to showcase CAC status on staff badges/nametags
    • Validated CAC Badge for website and social media
    • Featured on AutismTravel.com, accessible to parents, individuals and families worldwide

    Your team will complete our online training and certification process. And 80% of guest-facing staff must complete the program to earn Certified Autism Center™ designation.

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    Click here to learn more about our Certification Process.
    *Your organization may undergo an onsite review by IBCCES experts includes a comprehensive report with suggested changes or modifications to better serve autistic individuals, as well as sensory guides for activities (depends on the size of the organization).

    Autism Travel Text Only LogoOnce you become a Certified Autism Center™, you will be featured as a certified organization on AutismTravel.com, which was developed by IBCCES as a credible resource to help autistic individuals and their families and friends connect with trained and certified destinations, attractions, and related options.

    Members of

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    • Marijus of Uno Parks

      Deimante Tarvydiene, Deputy Director of Business Development at UNO Parks

      For us, this certification means a brand-new level of service and deeper attention to clients’ special needs. Moreover, it means encouragement to all our staff to serve our clients with confidence and bring them more joy and satisfaction.

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      Suzanne Jones, Vice President of The Hershey Experience, The Hershey Company

      The Hershey’s Chocolate World Attraction team is proud to now be designated a Certified Autism Center™. We are pleased to be an inclusive and welcoming destination for all families to enjoy the magic of chocolate making.

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