Individuals with autism or other developmental disabilities often face substantial barriers to accessing quality care and intervention,
requiring a high level of support and contact time.

Embrace the opportunity to unlock their potential and make a profound difference in the lives of families by becoming autism certified.
Our comprehensive and specialized training program is designed to equip nannies and caregivers with the essential skills and deep knowledge
needed to provide compassionate and effective support for autistic individuals of all ages. By joining our program, you are committing to a
journey of empathy, understanding, and excellence in care, ensuring that every individual receives the support they deserve.

Regardless of education level or experience, the Autism Certificate™ is designed for anyone to complete and is created in conjunction with
a diverse advisory board of clinical and subject matter experts, including autistic individuals, to provide a better understanding from a personal
and professional perspective.

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Program Benefits

  • 14 Continuing Education (CE) hours of online, self-paced training
  • Internationally recognized professional credential upon approval
  • Digital study guide for download and reference
  • Multiple choice assessment test with unlimited retakes
  • Valid for two years before updated training and renewal are required

Certification Benefits

  • Demonstrate ongoing commitment to professional development and growth to parents, supervisors, and colleagues
  • Promote a higher standard of care for those on the autism spectrum
  • Improve quality of services provided
  • Be recognized as a leader by your peers and maximize your earning potential
  • Listed on the International Registry for Certified Professionals

Autism Training Competencies

The IBCCES Board of Directors has approved 6 areas of autism competency for the Autism Certificate™ (AC) program. The certification exams have been strategically designed around these areas. All training provided by IBCCES, or an official Certified Training Partner, must fall within one or more of the competency areas. Any questions regarding the competencies or about CE qualifications should be directed to [email protected].

Training Competencies

Autism Overview

  • Characteristics and common needs
  • Diagnosis of ASD and treatment of strategies and supports
  • Recognition of individual strengths and breadth of capabilities

Program Development

  • Individual Education Plan (IEP)
  • Specific intervention and teaching strategies related to autism
  • Transition on adult support

Early Childhood Identification

  • Inclusive education and discernible markers
  • Early identification strategies

Parent Communication

  • Understand strategies that increase communication
  • Empathy and awareness
  • Understanding parent/caregiver experience

Comorbidities / Co-Occurring Conditions

  • Review of potential co-occurring needs and conditions
  • Anxiety, ADHD, and others
  • Learn about these potential medical needs

Behavior

  • Understand factors that influence behavior
  • Positive behavior supports and intervention

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Ready to become an Autism Certified™ nanny or caregiver? Start your application today and be recognized as a professional dedicated to promoting quality care in the field of autism.