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Welcome to Autism Awareness Centre Inc.

Autism Awareness Centre hosts trainings across Canada, while ensuring books, articles and resource supports are readily available to all communities keeping parents and professionals on the cutting edge of new information. Autism Awareness Centre is leading the way because we “believe in change”.

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Person centered behaviour management for carers
Person centered behaviour management for carers
Discover Low Arousal Approach Person centered behaviour management for carers
Discover Low Arousal Approach Person centered behaviour management for carers

About Our Upcoming Trainings

Low arousal approaches were developed in the late 80s by Dr Andrew McDonnell BSc MSc PhD. The approaches are unashamedly non-aversive in nature. A central theme throughout this philosophy is the encouragement of carers to constantly question their own behaviour when working in care settings. Low arousal approaches are research-based and have been clinically tested by Studio III Training Systems, European leaders in the field of behaviour management.

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Maureen's Autism Blog

Transitioning from the Family Home

Leaving the family home to a place of one’s own is a major life transition. It requires planning, preparation, supports, and guidance. This process can’t be rushed as there are many aspects to consider....
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Autism Q & As

What accommodations are helpful for an autistic student?

Autistic students often find learning in the classroom environment overwhelming. There are many demands and expectations such as shifting focus, taking tests, listening, following instructions, doing homework, coping with a noisy environment, processing information,...
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Last post: November 24, 2023