Surprise Police Department Completes Autism Training, Becomes a Certified Autism Center™

After completing autism-specific training from the International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Standards (IBCCES), Surprise Police Department becomes a Certified Autism Center(CAC). The training and certification program equips the department staff with best practices for communication, safety and de-escalation when encountering autistic and sensory-sensitive individuals in the community.

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Gamers Guild AZ Achieves Certified Neurodiverse Workplace™ Status, Boosting Inclusivity for Staff

Gamers Guild AZ has achieved the Certified Neurodiverse Workplace™ (CNW) designation from the International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Standards (IBCCES). To earn this certification, staff completed training and certification to better recruit and support neurodivergent employees. Additionally, IBCCES will provide a comprehensive review to ensure inclusive workplace practices are utilized to best assist, accommodate and embrace neurodivergent employees.

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The City of Tolleson Enhances Its Dedication to Inclusivity by Achieving Certified Autism Center™ Designation

The City of Tolleson has earned the designation of Certified Autism Center™ (CAC), granted by the International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Standards (IBCCES). The certification process involves comprehensive training for staff, focusing on autism awareness, sensory sensitivities, and effective communication strategies. This training ensures that team members are equipped with the knowledge and skills necessary to provide exceptional service to autistic and sensory-sensitive individuals. Over 90 percent of the City of Tolleson’s employees have met the necessary criteria, allowing the organization to achieve the prestigious designation of Certified Autism Center™. 

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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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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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The Town of Florence Expands Commitment to Inclusivity by Becoming a Certified Autism Center™

The Town of Florence is now a Certified Autism Center™ (CAC), a designation granted by the International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Standards (IBCCES). The CAC designation is awarded to organizations or municipalities that have completed autism training and certification to better understand and welcome autistic and sensory-sensitive visitors.

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Goodyear Police Department Receives Autism Training, Increases Accessibility Measures for Their Community

The International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Standards (IBCCES) recognizes the Goodyear Police Department as a Certified Autism Center™ (CAC) after completing an autism-specific training and certification process. IBCCES awards this designation to organizations that prove their ongoing commitment to fostering an inclusive environment for all, including autistic and sensory-sensitive individuals, and making safety accessible for everyone.

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Payson Police Department Receives Autism Certification to Better Serve the Community

The Payson Police Department becomes a Certified Autism Center™ (CAC) after receiving a specialized training program from the International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Standards (IBCCES). This training and certification process will enhance officer and staff knowledge and understanding of best practices to assist autistic and sensory-sensitive members of the community.

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FatCats Mesa Recognized as a Certified Autism Center™, Bolstering Mesa’s Array of Certified Locations as an Autism Certified City

FatCats Mesa, a family entertainment center, proudly announces its distinction as a Certified Autism Center™ (CAC), granted by the International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Standards (IBCCES). Through specialized training and certification provided by IBCCES, the team at FatCats Mesa has gained an in-depth understanding of autism and acquired effective communication techniques to better serve their autistic and sensory sensitive customers. IBCCES also conducted an onsite review to provide additional ways the entertainment center can accommodate visitors and create detailed sensory guides for each area as part of the certification process.

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Art and Cultural Centers, Parks and Recreation Department and Dobson Ranch Library in Mesa Renew Certification, Continue to Support Mesa’s Autism Certified City Initiative

Since becoming Certified Autism Centers™ (CAC) in 2019, Arizona Museum of Natural History, i.d.e.a. Museum, Mesa Arts Center, Mesa Public Library’s Dobson Ranch branch and Parks, Recreation and Community Facilities are important partners in maintaining Mesa’s designation as an Autism Certified City. Recently, these art and cultural centers renewed their commitment to meeting the CAC standards, designated by the International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Standards (IBCCES), which require staff to complete a training and certification program to better understand and welcome guests and their families that are autistic or sensory-sensitive. As part of the certification, IBCCES conducted an onsite review of each center to provide additional recommendations on how they can accommodate visitors.

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