The International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Standards (IBCCES) has designated the Sunny Isles Beach Police Department and Ocean Rescue Division as a Certified Autism Center (CAC), recognizing their commitment to better serving and engaging with autistic and sensory-sensitive individuals in the community.
To earn the CAC designation, at least 80% of Sunny Isles Beach Police Department and Ocean Rescue personnel completed industry-specific training to enhance their ability to assist, support, and communicate with autistic and sensory-sensitive community members. The Sunny Isles Beach Ocean Rescue Division, as part of the Sunny Isles Beach Police Department’s CAC certification, is the first Ocean Rescue Division in Florida to complete this training. This certification demonstrates a proactive commitment to equipping staff with the tools and training needed to respond with empathy and confidence, especially when interacting with individuals with autism, sensory sensitivities and their families.
“Becoming a Certified Autism Center is about making sure every person who interacts…