The City of Palm Desert has proudly become the first city in California to be awarded the Certified Autism Centerâ„¢ designation by the International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Standards (IBCCES). This notable achievement underscores Palm Desert’s commitment to autism and neurodiversity training, enhancing its capability to interact with and serve its community and employees more effectively.
The Dennos Museum Center at Northwestern Michigan College receives autism training from the International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Standards (IBCCES) and becomes a Certified Autism Centerâ„¢ (CAC). This designation is awarded to organizations who complete a comprehensive training and certification program to equip their staff with the resources and understanding of the best practices for assisting autistic and sensory-sensitive visitors. This effort is part of a larger initiative championed by Traverse City Tourism to help the city become a Certified Autism Destinationâ„¢ (CAD), which is awarded to cities that offer a variety of trained and certified recreation, entertainment and lodging options.Â
Berks County Search and Rescue, Inc. (BCSAR) becomes a Certified Autism Centerâ„¢ (CAC) after receiving autism-specific training from the International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Standards (IBCCES). This training and certification process will help the search and rescue volunteers enhance their knowledge and understanding of best practices to assist autistic and sensory-sensitive members of the community.
Visit Central Florida Welcome Center is now a Certified Autism Centerâ„¢ (CAC), which is a designation granted by the International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Standards (IBCCES). IBCCES awards this credential to organizations whose staff have completed specialized training and a certification process to better understand and accommodate autistic and sensory-sensitive visitors and their families.
In a significant move towards inclusivity and accessibility, the Garden Theater has been officially recognized as a Certified Autism Centerâ„¢ (CAC) by the International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Standards (IBCCES). This prestigious designation is granted to organizations that demonstrate a commitment to providing supportive environments for autistic and sensory-sensitive guests, as well as their families through autism specific staff training and certification programs through IBCCES.
Dubai International (DXB), the world’s biggest airport for international passenger traffic, marked a historic milestone by becoming the first international airport to earn the Certified Autism Centerâ„¢ (CAC) designation, awarded by the International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Standards (IBCCES). This achievement highlights Dubai Airports’ unwavering commitment to elevating the travel experience and making it easier for persons with disabilities while also supporting Dubai’s pursuit of becoming a Certified Autism Destinationâ„¢.
Wyndham Visalia renews its Certified Autism Centerâ„¢ (CAC) credential from the International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Standards (IBCCES) by completing an autism-specific training and certification process. This designation helps Visalia maintain its status as a Certified Autism Destinationâ„¢ (CAD), enhancing the inclusivity and accessibility measures for autistic and sensory-sensitive travelers and their families visiting the area. The CAD designation is awarded to destinations where a variety of hospitality and recreation organizations are trained and certified to better serve autistic and sensory-sensitive guests.
KCS Angels receives the Certified Autism Centerâ„¢ (CAC) designation from the International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Standards (IBCCES). This credential is granted to organizations that complete an autism-specific training and certification process, signifying their commitment to creating a safe and welcoming environment for autistic and sensory-sensitive individuals.
FARM, Tac/Quila, Front Porch and Clandestino restaurants become Certified Autism Centersâ„¢ (CAC) after receiving autism-specific training from the International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Standards (IBCCES). This designation is awarded to organizations that have proven their ongoing commitment to creating an inclusive environment for autistic individuals. To earn this credential, restaurant staff completed a comprehensive training and certification process to ensure they are better equipped with the skills and resources to accommodate the needs of autistic and sensory-sensitive patrons and provide the best experience possible for all guests.
The International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Standards (IBCCES) awards the Great Lakes Children’s Museum (GLCM) with the Certified Autism Centerâ„¢ (CAC) designation. This credential recognizes an organization’s dedication to fostering an environment where all guests feel welcome, including autistic and sensory-sensitive individuals and their families. Great Lakes Children’s Museum’s certification plays a part in a larger initiative to help Traverse City become a Certified Autism Destinationâ„¢ (CAD), which is awarded to cities that offer a variety of trained and certified recreation, entertainment and lodging options.Â
