The IBCCES Certified Autism Center tm (CAC) certification recognizes organizations that have a highly trained staff and are fully equipped to serve the fastest growing population of developmental disorders.
All Certified Autism Centers™ meet the following requirements:
- Dedicated to serving individuals with autism
- At least 80% of staff is trained and certified in the field of Autism
- Is committed to ongoing training in autism
An onsite review by IBCCES experts includes a comprehensive report with suggested changes or modifications to better serve individuals on the spectrum, as well as sensory guides for activities.
The IBCCES Advanced Certified Autism Center (ACAC) certification recognizes organizations that have taken the following extra steps:
- Current Certified Autism Center tm designation
- Dedicated to serving autistic and sensory sensitive individuals and their families
- Leadership and high-contact staff has a minimum of 40 hours of autism training
- At least 80% of guest-facing staff is trained and certified in the field of autism
- Provides ongoing special services and modified activities for visitors with various needs
- Is committed to ongoing training in autism
- Annual onsite facilities audit by IBCCES professionals
- Has made substantial accommodations and updates to procedures and physical space to ensure accessibility
- Annual 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
Why is it important to have an IBCCES trained and certified staff?
Children with autism have unique needs. Because it is described as a Spectrum disorder, no two children will be alike. Some children will function at a higher level than others or have different sensitivities to lights, sounds, etc. that may cause them to get upset or act out as a coping strategy.
Dietary restrictions, emotional frustrations or physical modifications may all play a role as well. A trained staff will be able to recognize these concerns or mannerisms and be educated as to what the possible cause or problem may be. With this, the trained staff is able to ensure a remedy can be offered and a caring, productive solution or activity can be put in place to calm the child and create a safe, happy environment for them.
A trained staff will provide and more seamless experience for the child and the entire family!
IBCCES offers individual professional online training and certification programs including but not limited to Autism Certificate and the Certified Autism Specialist designation.
Autism Certificate
Recognizes professionals dedicated to promoting quality care in the field of autism.
Completed online training and passed Autism Certificate Competency Exam.
Certified Autism Specialist
A Level 1 Autism Credential for professionals with a Master’s Degree or 10+ years experience who have completed 14 continuing education hours and passed the Autism Competency Exam.
Certified Autism Travel Professional
A Certified Autism Travel Professional (CATP) is defined as a professional who has demonstrated that they are both knowledgeable and capable of providing support and travel related services to an autistic individual as well as their family.
The CATP has gone through the IBCCES Certification program to specialize in autism related needs and accommodations specifically related to travel.
IBCCES Accessibility Card Now Available as a Mobile App