Designation is the first of its kind for Albuquerque’s cultural facilities.
In recognition of its efforts to create inclusive and accessible experiences for all guests, the International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Standards (IBCCES) awards ABQ BioPark the Certified Autism Center™ (CAC) designation, an impressive accolade and a first for Albuquerque.
Medina, Saudi Arabia (Al-Madinah Al-Munawwarah) makes history by becoming the first Autism Certified City™ (ACC) in Saudi Arabia, a milestone that reflects its commitment to inclusivity and accessibility for autistic and sensory-sensitive individuals. This prestigious designation, awarded by the International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Standards (IBCCES), positions Medina as a leader in creating supportive and welcoming environments for all residents and visitors.
The International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Standards (IBCCES) proudly awards the Certified Autism Center™ (CAC) designation to Polaris Academy, recognizing its efforts to best welcome and assist autistic and sensory-sensitive students. To earn the CAC designation, staff completed a specialized training and certification process, equipping them with the skills, resources, and knowledge of best practices to support every student at the academy.
The International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Standards (IBCCES) proudly awards the Certified Autism Center™ (CAC) designation to the City of Desert Hot Springs Recreation Center. The CAC credential is awarded to organizations that have demonstrated their ongoing commitment to creating a more inclusive and accessible environment for autistic and sensory-sensitive individuals. To earn this designation, at least 80% of guest-facing staff completed an autism-specific training and certification process to ensure they are better equipped with the necessary skills and resources to accommodate the needs of autistic and sensory-sensitive visitors, aiming to provide the best possible experience for every individual.
Al Jaddaf Rotana Suite Hotel has achieved the Certified Autism Center™️ (CAC) designation, awarded by the International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Standards (IBCCES). This certification recognizes the hotel’s dedication to creating an inclusive, welcoming environment for autistic and sensory-sensitive individuals, ensuring accessible and supportive services for all guests. Through the CAC certification, the hotel’s team has been equipped with essential training to enhance their understanding and support of autistic guests and their families.
The Lapita, Dubai Parks and Resorts, Autograph Collection joins the movement towards helping the community and earns the Certified Autism Center™ (CAC) designation. This certification is awarded by the International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Standards (IBCCES) to organizations that demonstrate a high level of commitment to ensuring their services are accessible and accommodating to autistic and sensory-sensitive individuals. Through this certification process, the staff received training to best equip them with the knowledge and resources needed to provide a great experience for autistic guests and their families.
The International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Standards (IBCCES) proudly awards the Certified Autism Center™ (CAC) designation to the Philadelphia Sheriff’s Office. To earn this designation, at least 80% of community-facing officers and other personnel completed a position-specific autism training process. The certification includes scenario-based training designed to equip the department with essential skills for effectively understanding, communicating with, and assisting autistic and sensory-sensitive individuals.
The Glazer Children’s Museum becomes a Certified Autism Center™ (CAC) after receiving autism and sensory training from the International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Standards (IBCCES). This certification is awarded to organizations where at least 80% of guest-facing staff have completed autism-specific training, equipping them with the best practices and resources to welcome, include and assist autistic and sensory-sensitive guests.
Committed to accessibility and inclusion for all guests, Acrisure Arena achieves the Certified Autism Center™ (CAC) designation from the International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Standards (IBCCES). This certification ensures that team members are trained to better understand, serve, and accommodate autistic individuals and their families, creating a more welcoming environment for neurodiverse guests.
The Marie Selby Botanical Gardens receives the Certified Autism Center™ (CAC) designation from the International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Standards (IBCCES). To earn this credential, staff completed autism-specific training to equip them with understanding of the best practices and resources to welcome and accommodate every guest, especially autistic and sensory-sensitive individuals. Selby Gardens’ IBCCES certification was made possible through a grant from the Virginia B. Toulmin Foundation.
