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Recognize
Individuals with autism and how they may present in field encounters.
First Responders
Training
Pioneers in safety training for police, fire fighters, and EMTs, POAC provides training for first responders throughout New Jersey.
This training saves children’s lives.
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Practical
Concrete Strategies
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Immediate
Real World Applications
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Flexible
Meeting Department Needs
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Proven
Field Tested
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Interactive
Video & Q&A
Participants will learn
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Identify
Potential risks and behavioral triggers to avoid escalation.
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Response methods
Including behavioral de-escalation techniques.
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Enhance communication skills
With concrete tips and strategies for interacting with individuals with autism.
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Address Incident specific interactions
Such as missing child, auto accident, domestic violence, fire/EMS.
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Practical resources
Enhancing officer safety and community support.
The safety of children and adults with autism
has been and continues to be a primary concern and top priority at POAC. Pioneers in safety training for police, fire fighters, and EMS, POAC has provided training to first responders from every New Jersey County.
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Certified Law Enforcement instructor Gary Weitzen has trained over 75,000 First Responders in Autism Recognition and Response, offering practical solutions and key insights.
77134
Of First Responders Trained by POAC Autism Services
POAC trains thousands of police officers and first responders every year.
3455
Of Family Recreation Events
POAC's recreational events always include siblings.
348300
Of People Who Have Attended POAC Recreation Events
Thousands of families attend our recreational events every year.
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Positive Impact
When we can do something that saves the lives of both members of the community and our members, then we should do everything we can to make sure they get this type of training and education.
NJ PBA President featured in NJ Cops Magazine
With the rising numbers of children with autism in our communities, this training is a necessity for field officers who are more frequently coming in contact with this population. POAC charged no fee for this vital training and I sincerely hope that they will receive the funding they need to bring it to other departments throughout the state.
NJ Police Chief
We thoroughly enjoyed your presentation at the NJ EMS Conference. It was very informative and wish it could have been longer…excellent job and keep up the good work you do.
Todd M. Bowen Chief of Department City of Bridgeton Fire Department
I received very positive feedback and all of the attendees found the classes to be very informative and helped provide a better understanding and insight into dealing with persons with autism. I am sure that this valuable instruction will be very helpful in our future contacts with autistic children and adults.
