First Space Center in the World with a Certified Autism Center Designation
HOUSTON, June 25, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- The International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Standards (IBCCES) has designated Space Center Houston as the first space center in the world to become a Certified Autism Center (CAC). The designation is awarded to organizations who have completed a professional training and review process with the goal to better serve individuals with autism and other sensory needs.
"Science, technology, engineering and mathematics education is for everyone," said William T. Harris, the center's president and CEO. "This certification highlights our dedication to be inclusive and to inspire the next generation of problem solvers."
The certification process involves rigorous training for staff, inspections and improvements that enable Space Center Houston to better welcome and accommodate guests with autism spectrum disorder and other sensory and cognitive challenges. Earning the Certified Autism Center designation also includes a commitment to maintain that training and provide the best guest experience possible.
