About , Smart Tools for First Response Professionals! from Autism Smarts Inc.

Autism Smarts Incorporated
introduces
Smart Tools for First Response
Professionals!
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TAKE A LOOK AT OUR “OFF THE SHELF”
TRAINING PROGRAM FOR TRAINERS!
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Changing the world, one person at a time!
Latest estimates suggest that Autism now affects 1 in 68
individuals. First responders and law enforcement personnel are
an integral part of our community. They respond to emergency
situations on a daily basis, often times in a voluntary capacity.
Although this segment is trained to respond to emergency
situations using a certain practice, this may not be effective when
responding to situations involving person on the Autism
Spectrum and other cognitive disabilities.
Often, first responders are not knowledgeable about Autism or
know what to expect during a typical interaction.
This training program will teach a basic working knowledge of
Autism Spectrum Disorder and what first responders can expect
to see and do in these emergency situations.

Smart Tools for First Response Professionals !
This 4 hour training program, “Smart Tools for
First Response Professionals”, is appropriate for:
o Law Enforcement
o School Resource Officers
o Patrol Supervisors & Officers
o Neighborhood Watch Coordinators, Block
Captains & Watch Members!
TARGET!
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BENEFITS!
Benefits of this training
program may include:
 Trust and confidence from the
community
 Be considered as a leader in the
industry
 Heightened morale
 Positive media coverage
 Successfully avoid lawsuits and
human rights complaints
 Better protect and serve the
community.
 Have a part in creating a safe,
welcoming and inclusive
atmosphere for all
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Best
Practice
Inclusion
Leader

Training Objectives
3 Separate Training Modules, 88 slides in total
All about Autism
Spectrum
Disorder
Smart Tools for
First
Responders
Autism in the
News, Social
Media & Courts
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All About Autism Spectrum
Disorder
In an easy to understand format, first responders will obtain a better understanding of Autism Spectrum Disorder
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Cure
Treatment approaches
Myths and Facts Video
Signs and Symptoms Poster
With 36 dynamic PowerPoint slides, responders will
learn what they need to know about Autism
Spectrum Disorder in an easy to understand format
for any audience.
Topics discussed include:
What causes Autism
 Genetic Factors
 Environmental Factors
Cost
Who is affected
Stats
Autism Prevalence
All about Autism Spectrum Disorder, Module I
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Smart Tools!
Module II includes 25 dynamic slides
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Training Objectives –
Module II:
 Stats – Autism and Law Enforcement
 Diversity in the Community
 Things are not always as they appear
 Back Yard Swing
 Grocery Shopping
 Play Time
 The Kidnapper
 Perception
 Characteristics and Basis Response
Techniques
 Further things to consider
 Vulnerable Populations
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Did you know that effective communication is
essential in performing the necessary functions of every day
living?
Did you also know that communication is one of the biggest challenges
for persons with Autism as most have difficulty with using language
effectively?
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Appropriate Response = Successful Resolution!
Think about this!
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You receive a call from a grocer of an adult male in the store arguing
loudly with a female. It seems the female is trying to calm him down.
The storekeeper is getting nervous and so are the customers.
You arrive and speak to the male but he is not making eye contact, is
flapping his hands and ignoring your requests to produce ID. He starts
to bolt. When you try to apprehend him, he hits and strikes you. The
female companion is trying to get your attention, to tell you to stop, but
you don’t hear her. You use your Taser and the male is taken into
custody.
As it turns out, this person has Autism and was in the store with his
therapist learning how to shop for groceries. He was having a meltdown
due to sensory input. The therapist was aiding him in regaining his
composure and could have acted as a resource in securing a successful
outcome for all involved.

Autism in the News, Social
Media and Courts
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Module III has 26 Slides:
This module focuses on real life court cases
and news events that have recently dominated the headlines
and social media.
Module III
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Without properly trained employees, staff are left open to human rights
complaints and civil litigation. Successful litigation could cost millions of
dollars, impact staff morale; cause negative media attention; create loss of
confidence from the community and pain and suffering for all those
involved.
Module III
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• M-SPA
• Chili’s Bar & Grill
• LAPD Officers
• Willie Hooper
• Kevin Colinder
• Neli Latson
• Dane Spurrell
We’ll tell you!
Why were these
Organizations/individuals in the
news, social media or courts?
In the
News
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SkillsReinforcement Skills Reinforcement!
At the conclusion of each module, participants reinforce learning through
engaging and interesting activities. Ice Breaker; True and false and
multiple choice questions; individual short answer questions; group and
individual activities and much more!
Sample from Module II:
When speaking to a person on the Autism
Spectrum, you should:
a) speak calmly and slowly
b) be very literal in what you are
saying
c) give adequate time for a response,
10-15 seconds
d) all of the above
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Dr. Sharon Penney, PhD, R. Psych
Faculty of Education, Memorial University
Since completing her PhD in 1997, Dr. Penney has
worked as a counsellor in the school system in
Alberta, a clinical psychologist with the Alberta
Mental Health Board, and with the Kawartha Pine
Ridge District school board as a school
psychologist. Dr. Penney is also a registered
psychologist. With a Social Work degree from
Memorial, master’s in education (guidance and
counselling) from the University of New Brunswick,
and a PhD (educational psychology-special
education) from the University of Alberta, Dr.
Penney is currently teaching a course to Special
Education Teachers on inclusive practices for
students with Autism Spectrum Disorders.
Our Reviewer
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Our Mission
To help create an accessible and inclusive society for
persons with an Autism Spectrum Disorder…..
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 Instructions on how to deliver each
activity.
 Two tested agendas providing sequence
and timing for each segment.
 Activities Packet for participants.
 Action Plan!
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 Detailed speakers notes embedded
into each PowerPoint slide.
 5 Minute Video – Myths & Facts.
 Trainers Manual.
 Participant Evaluation Form!

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But wait…
There’s More!
Much More!
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»Beautifully designed,
Signs & Symptoms Poster
»Quick reference chart for
communication and
interaction
»Certificate of completion
for participant
»Certificate of completion
for organization
»Sign-in sheet
»Printable name tags
»Printable tent cards
We’ve thought of everything!
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FAQ
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1. How will I receive the product?
The product will be sent to you electronically (email) within two (2) business days of
receiving payment. Product is easy to access. All materials have been created using
Adobe Acrobat (PDF), Microsoft Suite of products, including Word, PowerPoint, and
Publisher. Files created in MS Word format will allow the purchaser to edit to your
own requirements.
2. Am I allowed to print off multiple copies?
Yes! Your licensing agreement permits a single trainer to deliver the program to
multiple users within the same organization and to print as many copies as deemed
necessary for that purpose. Note: For multi-trainer licenses, please contact
info@autismsmarts.com.
3. How do I pay for the product?
You may pay us through PayPal, which accept Visa, MasterCard, Discover and
American Express. If you would like to be invoiced, you must provide a PO#. Cheques
are made payable to "Autism Smarts Incorporated".
This product is licensed; not sold!

BE respected as a leader in the industry!
Once First Responders
have completed the
training, you can proudly
display a “Smart Response
Certified!” decal on your
front entry door.
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TESTIMONIALS
Very insightful information and very informative! Congratulations on a job well done!
Jennifer Mercer Lynch, Administrative Assistant
This program is a great tool to spread awareness of Autism and what to do in
different scenarios. This is great for healthcare staff and should also be included in
schools, fire stations, police and after school program and day cares.
Andrea Ferretti Kearney, Human Resources Supervisor
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Contact US!
 info@autismsmarts.com
 709-699-9797
 Check out our website at www.autismsmarts.com
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Like these slides? All three modules have
been created using the same templates
you see here!!

Thanks for watching! Together we can create a welcoming and
inclusive atmosphere for all members of society!
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