{"product_id":"community-training-series-understanding-autism-through-facts-lived-experiences","title":"Community Training Series: Understanding autism through facts \u0026 lived experiences","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAudience\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFamilies and caregivers • Police, fire, EMT, and clinical staff • Employers, HR, and coworkers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOverview\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThree targeted 2-hour workshops for families, first responders\/medical professionals, and workplaces, offered as individual sessions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLearning Goals\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDevelop an accurate, research-based understanding of autism and neurodiversity across home, emergency, and workplace settings.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eApply practical communication, sensory, and de-escalation strategies tailored to real-world environments.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRecognize strengths, support needs, and inclusive practices that foster independence, safety, and participation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBuild confidence in responding appropriately and ethically in everyday and high-stress situations.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDuration\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2 hours per session\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWorkshop at a Glance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSession 1 — Families \u0026amp; Caregivers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTitle: Supporting and Understanding Your Loved One on the Spectrum\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMyth-busting basics of autism and neurodiversity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEveryday communication tools and visual supports.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUnderstanding sensory triggers, regulation, and routines that help.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWays to foster independence and self-advocacy.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSession 2 — First Responders \u0026amp; Medical Professionals\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTitle: Autism Awareness for Emergency and Health Care Settings\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow autism may present under stress (meltdown vs. defiance).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCalm, clear communication when speech is limited or delayed.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSensory-aware de-escalation and scene adjustments.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eScenario practice: traffic stop, medical exam, evacuation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSession 3 — Workplaces \u0026amp; Community Organizations\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTitle: Building Autism-Inclusive Workplaces \u0026amp; Services\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCommon strengths and support needs at work.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSimple environmental and communication adjustments.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInclusive interviewing, onboarding, and mentoring practices.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCreating a neurodiversity inclusion plan.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDelivery \u0026amp; Scheduling: Sessions are offered individually as half-day workshops on a single registration page, with participants selecting their session. Groups may also request all three sessions together.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhy It Matters\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eClear, factual understanding of autism and neurodiversity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePractical strategies for communication, sensory needs, and de-escalation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReal stories that build empathy and confidence in everyday interactions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProfessional Development Credit\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eParticipants receive a certificate of completion recognizing successful participation in Autism Upfront professional training.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Austism Upfront","offers":[{"title":"Half-Day \/ Session 1: Families","offer_id":45192071675957,"sku":null,"price":25.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Half-Day \/ Session 2: Responders","offer_id":45192072003637,"sku":null,"price":25.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Half-Day \/ Session 3: Community","offer_id":45192072036405,"sku":null,"price":25.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0694\/6032\/8501\/files\/hamza-el-falah-7weSMis6n3M-unsplash.webp?v=1777775529","url":"https:\/\/autismupfront.com\/products\/community-training-series-understanding-autism-through-facts-lived-experiences","provider":"Autism Upfront","version":"1.0","type":"link"}