Furthering Dubai’s commitment to accessible travel and in time for World Autism Awareness Day on 2 April; Emirates has achieved a Certified Autism Center™ designation for all its Dubai Check In facilities – Emirates City Check-in & Travel Store in DIFC, Emirates Cruise Check In – Port Rashid, Emirates Cruise Check In – Dubai Harbour and Emirates City Check-In Ajman, in addition to the Emirates’ dedicated hub in Terminal 3 at Dubai International Airport (DXB).
Following the successful certification of Atlantis Aquaventure in 2023, Atlantis Dubai proudly announces that Atlantis, The Palm and Atlantis The Royal have also earned the Certified Autism Center™ (CAC) designation from the International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Standards (IBCCES). This certification marks the first resort destination in the Eastern Hemisphere to achieve this status; it reflects the team’s unwavering commitment to providing exceptional experiences to guests with diverse needs and ensuring an inclusive environment.
The Pennsylvania Trolley Museum (PTM) officially becomes a Certified Autism Center™ (CAC), a designation awarded by the International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Standards (IBCCES). This certification highlights the museum’s dedication to the ongoing professional development of its staff through autism-specific training to better understand and assist autistic or sensory-sensitive individuals and their families during their museum visit.
Tulare County Museum proudly announces its recertification as a Certified Autism Center™ (CAC), maintaining its status as a beacon of inclusivity in collaboration with Visit Visalia‘s initiative to make Visalia a Certified Autism Destination™ (CAD). This recertification through the International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Standards (IBCCES) underscores the museum’s dedication to serving the autism and sensory-sensitive community through ongoing staff training and certification.
Wyndham Visalia renews its Certified Autism Center™ (CAC) credential from the International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Standards (IBCCES) by completing an autism-specific training and certification process. This designation helps Visalia maintain its status as a Certified Autism Destination™ (CAD), enhancing the inclusivity and accessibility measures for autistic and sensory-sensitive travelers and their families visiting the area. The CAD designation is awarded to destinations where a variety of hospitality and recreation organizations are trained and certified to better serve autistic and sensory-sensitive guests.
KCS Angels receives the Certified Autism Center™ (CAC) designation from the International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Standards (IBCCES). This credential is granted to organizations that complete an autism-specific training and certification process, signifying their commitment to creating a safe and welcoming environment for autistic and sensory-sensitive individuals.
What’s Crackin Cafe becomes a Certified Autism Center™ (CAC) after receiving training from the International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Standards (IBCCES). To earn this designation, organizations must complete an autism-specific training and certification process, providing staff with knowledge of the best skills and practices for accommodating all guests, including autistic and sensory-sensitive individuals.
Creative Expression Therapy-Burbank receives training and certification from the International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Standards (IBCCES) and becomes a Certified Autism Center™ (CAC). To receive this designation, staff must complete an autism-specific training and certification process to better equip them with the knowledge and resources needed to best assist their patients. This designation marks Creative Expression Therapy’s second location to become certified and ongoing dedication to creating an environment where all patients feel welcome, safe, and comfortable, including autistic and sensory-sensitive individuals.
The Carousel Center earns the Certified Autism Center™ (CAC) designation from the International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Standards (IBCCES). This credential is awarded to organizations that show their ongoing commitment to fostering a welcoming and accessible environment for autistic and sensory-sensitive individuals. The Carousel Center proved this by completing a thorough training and certification process from IBCCES to gain understanding and knowledge of the resources and best practices for assisting autistic and sensory-sensitive individuals and every person that visits the center.
Núcleo de Investigação e Intervenções Terapêuticas Especializadas (NIITE) earns the Certified Autism Center™ (CAC) designation from the International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Standards (IBCCES). This achievement is awarded to organizations that have committed to ongoing efforts to better understand and accommodate the needs of autistic and sensory-sensitive individuals. To earn this designation, staff must complete an autism-specific training and certification process to equip them with the necessary skills, knowledge and resources to understand how to create a welcome environment for all. In completing this program, NIITE has demonstrated its commitment to providing enhanced care and support for autistic and sensory-sensitive individuals.
