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Ohio Peace Officer Training Academy

Recognizing and Responding to Individuals With Autism Spectrum Disorder

9/17/2018

This one-day course is designed to help law enforcement officers increase officer safety and employ appropriate tactics when interacting with individuals with autism spectrum disorder.

Individuals with autism spectrum disorder may come into contact with law enforcement officers, and such interactions may pose higher risks of harm to both the officer and the individual. The disorder can have wide-ranging effects on an individual’s ability to communicate, follow directions, or regulate emotions. Law enforcement officers need to be aware of the challenges these interactions pose.

Course instructors have experience with law enforcement and are parents of children with the disorder.

Nov. 13, 2018
OPOTA London
1650 State Route 56 SW
London, Ohio 43140
$115