The Gilbert Police Department Renews Certified Autism Center™ Designation, Continues Enhancing Accessibility

Taking a significant step towards fostering inclusivity and support for autistic individuals and their families, the Gilbert Police Department announces the renewal of its Certified Autism Center™ designation from the International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Standards (IBCCES). This designation underscores the department’s unwavering commitment to creating a safe and inclusive environment for all residents, and requires at least 80% of staff complete training on how to approach, communicate with, and support autistic or sensory-sensitive members of the community.

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Elmwood Park Zoo Receives Recertification as a Certified Autism Center™, Demonstrates Ongoing Commitment to Enhancing Accessibility

Elmwood Park Zoo proudly announces its successful recertification as a Certified Autism Center™ (CAC) by the International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Standards (IBCCES). Following its initial certification in 2018, Elmwood Park Zoo continues to lead as the first zoo to earn this prestigious accolade, reaffirming its commitment to inclusivity and providing an enriching experience for all guests, including autistic and sensory-sensitive individuals and their families.
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The Pediatric Emergency Department at Joseph M. Sanzari Children’s Hospital Becomes First Certified Autism Center™ in New Jersey

The Pediatric Emergency Department at Joseph M. Sanzari Children’s Hospital at Hackensack Meridian Children’s Health receives the accolade of becoming the first emergency department in New Jersey to earn the Certified Autism Center™ (CAC) designation through the International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Standards (IBCCES).

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City of Chandler Parks and Recreation Division Earns Certified Autism Center™ Designation, Enhancing Accessibility Offerings

The International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Standards (IBCCES) is proud to award the City of Chandler Parks and Recreation Division with the Certified Autism Center™ (CAC) designation. This recognition signifies the department’s commitment to building inclusive spaces and programs for autistic and sensory-sensitive individuals and their families. The team completed an autism-specific training and certification process to better understand and welcome these community members. Additionally, IBCCES conducted an on-site review of multiple facilities to provide the department with valuable insights on further enhancing programs and detailed sensory guides for recreation areas as part of the certification process.

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Medina Begins the Process of Becoming the First Autism Certified City™ in the Middle East with New Accessibility Initiative

MEDINA, Saudi Arabia – (May 9, 2024) – The International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Standards (IBCCES) is proud to announce its partnership with the city of Medina, which has begun the process of becoming the first Autism Certified City™ (ACC) in the Middle East. The prestigious ACC designation can only be earned through IBCCES and is awarded to exceptional communities where key stakeholders, including healthcare, education, local government, hospitality, leisure and corporate members are trained and certified to better serve the neurodiverse population. 

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Missouri City Police Deparment earns Certified Autism Center™ Designation, Demonstrates Commitment to Enhancing Accessibility

The Missouri City Police Department has achieved the Certified Autism Center™ (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 public-facing team members on how to better communicate with and respond to autistic and sensory-sensitive individuals.

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Advancing Inclusion in Saudi Arabia, Prince Faisal Bin Salman Autism Center Earns Certified Autism Center™ Designation

In an unprecedented effort to promote accessibility and inclusion in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, Prince Faisal Bin Salman Autism Center proudly announces its achievement of the Certified Autism Center™ (CAC) designation from the International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Standards (IBCCES). IBCCES awards the CAC distinction to organizations who have trained 80% or more of their public-facing workforce with autism-specific training, equipping them with the understanding and skills to better communicate and respond to autistic individuals and those who have sensory sensitivities, ensuring they are ready to provide exceptional services to the community and their families.

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The Zarrow Institute on Transition & Self-Determination at the University of Oklahoma Becomes a Certified Autism Center™

The International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Standards (IBCCES) proudly presents the Zarrow Institute on Transition & Self-Determination at the University of Oklahoma with the Certified Autism Center™ (CAC) designation. This certification means that staff have completed an autism-specific training and certification program through IBCCES, reflecting the institute’s commitment to creating a more inclusive and accessible environment for all students, including autistic and sensory-sensitive individuals.

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Crayola Experience Mall of America® Becomes a Certified Autism Center™, Enhancing Accessibility for All Guests

Crayola Experience Mall of America® is proud to announce its new status as a Certified Autism Center™ (CAC), a significant milestone in its commitment to providing a fun and inclusive environment for all guests. The CAC designation, awarded by the International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Standards (IBCCES), recognizes organizations that complete specialized training to better understand and assist autistic or sensory-sensitive individuals and their families.

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