LEGO Discovery Center Atlanta believes awesome is for everyone! Today, the next-gen attraction proudly declares it will be a Certified Autism Center (CAC) when it officially opens on March 31, 2023. The certification means it will be the first indoor family attraction that is a CAC in the Atlanta area.
The International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Standards (IBCCES) is granting LEGO Discovery Center Atlanta with autism certification and it will be the first Discovery Center in North America with this certification. IBCCES is the only credentialing organization providing this type of certification, which includes evidence-based training as well as the perspectives of autistic individuals. In addition, the organization provides resources such as onsite reviews, customized recommendations and renewal requirements to ensure the Center has the tools and support that can make a lasting impact for all guests.
The Center is working with IBCCES to train and certify staff in sensory, environmental and emotional awareness – ensuring families can build a bricktastic visit and make unforgettable memories.
“We are so proud that our new-look LEGO Discovery Center in Atlanta has secured the status of being a Certified Autism Center – a first for our LEGO Discovery Center and LEGOLAND Discovery Center attractions at Merlin Entertainments. This marks yet another positive step on our global strategy of inclusivity and belonging, crucial to our Merlin company values. We are focused on working with our partners such as LEGO to build and curate accessible opportunities to learn, play, and create, while supporting parents and caregivers in building magical family memories,” said Scott O’Neil CEO of Merlin Entertainments. “With over 140 attractions globally, at Merlin Entertainments our goal is to lead the entertainments industry in making our experiences ‘awesome for everyone’ and to inspire imagination and creativity for all guests – including…
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