Wyndham Visalia Renews Autism Training and Maintains Certified Autism Centerâ„¢ Designation

Wyndham Visalia Renews Autism Training and Maintains Certified Autism Centerâ„¢ Designation

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.

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DEC
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The Art Gallery at Congdon Yards Becomes Autism Certified, Joins City-Wide Accessibility Movement

The Art Gallery at Congdon Yards Becomes Autism Certified, Joins City-Wide Accessibility Movement

The Art Gallery at Congdon Yards (TAG) receives autism-specific training and certification from The International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Standards (IBCCES) and becomes a Certified Autism Centerâ„¢. This designation is awarded to organizations that have proven their ongoing commitment to creating an inclusive environment for autistic individuals. To earn this designation, TAG staff completed a comprehensive training program to ensure they are equipped with the proper skills and resources to accommodate the needs of autistic and sensory-sensitive individuals and provide the best experience possible for all guests.

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OCT
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MOTIONGATE™ and The Green Planet Achieve the Certified Autism Center™ Designation, to Join Dubai’s Accessibility Movement

MOTIONGATE™ and The Green Planet Achieve the Certified Autism Center™ Designation, to Join Dubai’s Accessibility Movement

MOTIONGATE™ Dubai, the region’s largest Hollywood-inspired theme park and The Green Planet, Dubai’s only indoor tropical rainforest have earned the Certified Autism Center™ designation by the International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Standards (IBCCES). 

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SEP
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Variety – the Children’s Charity of the Desert Earns Autism Certification to Join the Greater Palm Springs Community-Wide Accessibility Initiative

Variety – the Children’s Charity of the Desert Earns Autism Certification to Join the Greater Palm Springs Community-Wide Accessibility Initiative

Variety – the Children’s Charity of the Desert, a charity organization dedicated to supporting children with various needs and abilities, is proud to announce its designation as a Certified Autism Centerâ„¢ which is granted by the International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Standards (IBCCES). With staff members trained in sensory awareness, Variety – the Children’s Charity of the Desert is taking a significant step towards expanding its programs and enhancing its ability to serve autistic and sensory-sensitive children and their families.

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JUL
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Discover The Palm Beaches Activates Program For Accessible Tourism

Discover The Palm Beaches Activates Program For Accessible Tourism

Organization now recognized as a Certified Autism Centerâ„¢

Discover The Palm Beaches, the official tourism marketing  organization for Palm Beach County, Florida, proudly announces the implementation of an accessibility  program aimed at bettering the community’s preparedness to welcome all travelers, no matter their  ability level. The accessibility plan focuses on enhancing information and resources through strategic  partnerships and assessments with the International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education  Standards (IBCCES), Wheel the World and Travelability. The goal is to help the destination improve  accessibility for all travelers by identifying places to stay and things to do, educating partners and  providing resources for adaptability. 

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JUN
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High Point Becomes First Certified Autism Destination on the East Coast

High Point Becomes First Certified Autism Destination on the East Coast

Many local organizations have made the commitment to become Certified Autism Centersâ„¢ (CAC) to make High Point a more inclusive destination to live, work and play.

High Point has become the first Certified Autism Destination™ (CAD) on the east coast and the second CAD in the United States. This distinction is awarded by the International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Standards (IBCCES) and recognizes High Point’s commitment to making its attractions, hotels, restaurants, and public spaces accessible and welcoming to autistic and sensory-sensitive individuals and their families.

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MAY
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Visalia, California, Becomes First Certified Autism Destination

Visalia, California, Becomes First Certified Autism Destination

With the growing demand from travelers for accessibility and inclusion, Visalia has taken steps to ensure visitors have
multiple trained and certified options to choose from

Through an initiative started by Visit Visalia, in partnership with the International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Standards (IBCCES), Visalia is now the first city to achieve the Certified Autism Destinationâ„¢ designation. This designation is granted by IBCCES to communities where multiple attractions, lodging, and entertainment options have completed a training and certification process to ensure autistic or sensory-sensitive visitors have a positive experience. Becoming a CAD will help Visit Visalia in its mission to encourage travelers to choose Visalia as a destination and differentiate it from other options in the area.

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15
DEC
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Dubai Announces Initiative to Become First Certified Autism Destinationâ„¢ in Middle East North Africa Region

Dubai Announces Initiative to Become First Certified Autism Destinationâ„¢ in Middle East North Africa Region

Specialized training will be provided to attractions and resorts as a first step to welcome autistic and sensory-sensitive visitors from all over the globe and start the journey towards certification that will has a lasting impact

 

Dubai, UAE — December 15, 2022 — Dubai is taking steps to enhance the destination’s accessibility and inclusion for travelers from all over the world to the next level. The Dubai Economy and Tourism department is spearheading this movement with the International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Standards (IBCCES) to designate the first-ever Certified Autism Destination™ (CAD) outside the United States. The first phase of this initiative means all Dubai attractions, hospitality and entertainment organizations will have access to specialized autism-specific training designed to enhance staff knowledge, understanding and strategies for communication, guest experience and safety to better serve and accommodate people of determination. 

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15
DEC
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Comfort Suites and Hampton Inn Visalia Are Now Autism Certified, Join The Movement To Make Visalia More Inclusive

Comfort Suites and Hampton Inn Visalia Are Now Autism Certified, Join The Movement To Make Visalia More Inclusive

Comfort Suites and Hampton Inn Visalia have earned the Certified Autism Center™ designation, granted by the International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Standards (IBCCES). The CAC designation is awarded to organizations that have met certification requirements and completed training to learn how to better understand, welcome, and communicate with guests who are autistic or have sensory needs.  Continue Reading →

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DEC
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Downtown Visalians Merchant Association Earns Certified Autism Centerâ„¢ Designation

Downtown Visalians Merchant Association Earns Certified Autism Centerâ„¢ Designation

Downtown Visalians is now a Certified Autism Center™, a designation granted by the International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Standards (IBCCES). The Certified Autism Center™ (CAC) designation means that staff have completed training and certification to better understand autistic individuals or those with sensory needs. Downtown Visalians joins a number of local tourism and hospitality organizations to complete the program as part of a community-wide effort started by Visit Visalia.  Continue Reading →

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DEC
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