Students with autism don’t stop needing support when they walk across the stage at graduation. As young adults, they can explore and participate in many activities in different environments. These opportunities for continued social and emotional growth can pose new challenges as they navigate their new independence.
Why Emergency Preparedness Class is Essential
About The Course: Your Family's Safety Net
The Emergency Preparedness Curriculum is designed to address the unique needs of students with autism by preparing them for emergency situations in different environments as they learn to navigate life with greater independence.
What Your Family Will Learn
This comprehensive program covers the essential pillars of safety through the following modules:
- Understand different types of emergencies (fire, medical, natural disasters, etc.) using clear explanations and visual supports
- Practice real-life scenarios like evacuations and calling for help
- Use of visual supports
- Learn to identify safe places and carry emergency contact information
- Develop coping strategies that can assist students during emergency situations
- Practice using AAC, picture cards, or simple scripts like “I need help”
- Learn how to interact effectively with emergency personnel
- Cover basic first aid, fire safety, and navigating transportation during emergencies
- Desensitize to loud alarms and stressful scenarios in a sensory-friendly way
- Assign in-home practice activities for parents, caregivers, and support staff
- Conduct low-stress, routine drills with positive reinforcement
- Connect with local first responders and community helpers
- Promote comfort and confidence in asking for help when needed
Sharon Floyd
Ms. Sharon Floyd is the Director of Education for Hope for Special Education with over 30 years of experience in Special Education, specializing in Autism. She holds a B.A. in Psychology, an M.Ed. in Education, and multiple teaching credentials, including Moderate/Severe and Early Childhood. Ms. Floyd is trained in TEACCH (Advanced), PECS (Advanced), and Discrete Trial Training. She has coordinated autism programs across Los Angeles County and served as a CAPTAIN Leadership Team member. Ms. Floyd has also presented and provided autism training internationally.
Give your family the gift of confidence and peace of mind. [Enroll in the Emergency Preparedness Class Today]
Email: contact@hopeforspecialeducation.org
Website: www.hopeforspecialeducation.org
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