Autism Certification Center & Autism Speaks team up to make online learning resources available to the autism community at no cost

While Americans from coast to coast are practicing safe social distancing and staying home, the Autism Certification Center (ACC) and Autism Speaks are teaming up to make 30+ hours of online video learning resources available completely free of charge for members of the autism community. To register to access the free courses, simply visit autismcertificationcenter.org/here-to-help between today and June 1, 2020.

Developed by the ACC, part of the Ohio Center for Autism and Low Incidence (OCALI), “Autism Spectrum Disorder Strategies in Action” provides real-life, practical, evidence-based tools and training to empower people with autism and their families. A team of autistic individuals, researchers, clinicians, families and experts worked together to develop the content which aims to inform and educate in an easy-to-follow, mobile-friendly way.

“We are so grateful to our friends and partners at OCALI for their kindness and generosity in making these resources available at no cost to our community,” said Val Paradiz, PhD, vice president of services and supports at Autism Speaks. “With so many recent disruptions in schedules and services, we’re thrilled to provide people with this meaningful learning opportunity.”

“Together, our aim is for more people on the spectrum, their families and their communities to have access to evidence-based educational material,” said Shawn Henry, executive director, OCALI. “These courses were designed to provide real-life strategies that can be applied now and well into the future, and we’re glad to be able to share them with the autism community at no cost during these particularly challenging times.”

“Autism Spectrum Disorder Strategies in Action” provides practical information, skills training and tools to help families and service providers effectively care for, support, educate, employ or work with individuals on the autism spectrum from early childhood to young adulthood. To register to access the free courses, simply visit autismcertificationcenter.org/here-to-help between today and June 1, 2020.

For resources specific to the COVID-19 pandemic and its impact on our community, please visit autismspeaks.org/coronavirus. This page will be updated regularly with new content. As always, for help and personalized information, contact the Autism Response Team at 888-AUTISM2 or help@autismspeaks.org.