The Gilbert Fire & Rescue Department (GFRD) has achieved the Certified Autism Centerâ„¢ (CAC) designation, a certification awarded by the International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Standards (IBCCES) to organizations that have trained 80% or more of first responders and public-facing team members in how to better communicate with and respond to autistic and sensory-sensitive community members’ needs.Â
The International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Standards (IBCCES) names the Animal Welfare League of Alexandria (AWLA) a Certified Autism Centerâ„¢ (CAC) marking the first animal welfare organization to earn this accolade. The CAC program provides autism training and certification to AWLA staff and volunteers in order to better understand and assist autistic and sensory-sensitive individuals during their visit or camp.Â
Since 2021 Kind Hospitality has worked to enhance and build upon its Certified Autism Centerâ„¢(CAC) designation. Recently the team completed the recertification process, which includes ongoing team training with new learnings and best practices to build understanding and ways to serve autistic guests better at all of the locations managed by Kind Hospitality.Â
The City of Benson Visitor Center has earned the Certified Autism Centerâ„¢ designation through the International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Standards (IBCCES). IBCCES training and certification programs provide staff with the tools and resources to better understand and help create memorable experiences for autistic and sensory-sensitive visitors.Â
The speedway joins the growing movement initiated by Destination Toledo to attract and accommodate more travelers. Toledo Speedway BMX is now a Certified Autism Centerâ„¢ (CAC), awarded by the International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Standards (IBCCES). To meet CAC requirements, staff and volunteers completed training and certification to better assist and welcome autistic or sensory-sensitive visitors and their families.Â
Experience Florida’s Sports Coast (EFSC) destination marketing organization has earned the Certified Autism Centerâ„¢ (CAC), a designation granted by the International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Standards (IBCCES) to organizations that have completed autism-specific training and certification to better understand and welcome autistic and sensory-sensitive visitors and their families. EFSC’s CAC certification is the first step in the organization’s initiative to help the Sports Coast area, which includes New Port Richey, Dade City, Wesley Chapel, and Zephyrhills communities, achieve the designation of Certified Autism Destinationâ„¢ (CAD) to attract new visitors to the area and expand accessibility offerings.
The International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Standards (IBCCES) has named The Toledo Museum of Art (TMA) a Certified Autism Centerâ„¢ (CAC). The CAC designation is granted to organizations that have completed training and certification to better serve autistic and sensory-sensitive visitors. The training program covers various topics, including sensory awareness, environment, communication, motor, and social skills, program development, and emotional awareness. TMA is the first museum in the Toledo area to earn the designation. IBCCES also conducted an onsite review to provide additional ways the Museum can accommodate visitors and create detailed sensory guides for each exhibition as part of the certification process.
NMC Royal Hospital Khalifa City Emergency and Pediatrics Departments Celebrate First-In-Region Certification for Autism Care
NMC Royal Hospital Khalifa City Emergency and Pediatrics Department in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates is celebrating a first-in-region accolade. The hospital departments has become the first of its kind in the MENA (Middle East and North Africa) region to become a Certified Autism Center™ (CAC). The designation is awarded after staff complete training and certification provided by the International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Standards (IBCCES), with the goal of adding to physician, nursing and nonclinical staff’ existing knowledge and updating them on research and best practice to better provide assistance, treatment and care for autistic and other patients of determination needs.
Venture Rehab Group receives the Certified Autism Centerâ„¢ designation, granted by the International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Standards (IBCCES) which requires therapists and staff to complete professional training and certification programs specific to serving autistic individuals or those with sensory needs.Â
The world’s largest waterpark continues to prioritise guest experience and enhance accessibility for autistic and sensory-sensitive visitors
Atlantis Aquaventure, the world’s largest waterpark, proudly announces that it has earned the Certified Autism Center™ (CAC) designation from the International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Standards (IBCCES). This certification marks the first-ever for a waterpark in the Middle East and reflects the team’s unwavering commitment to providing exceptional experiences to guests with diverse needs and ensuring an inclusive environment for all.
