The Autism Training Academy supports and inspires accomplished professionals to expand their knowledge of autism and neurodivergence — giving them tools they can use to support all individuals in their particular environment.
Our approach
The Academy provides concise, online, asynchronous micro-trainings founded on research, gamification, and a Universal Design evidence-based framework. Each course gives learners concrete skills and tools to actualize their learning immediately in their field of practice. The Academy prioritizes seamless, interactive, cost-effective learning experiences that recognize the value of each learner’s time.
Every micro-training course is designed in conjunction with subject-matter experts in each particular field of practice to ensure it is relevant, grounded in research, and loaded with tools and skills that can be transferred into practice immediately. As a result, clients lead the way in their field and inform future best practice through their commitment to inclusion.
Founded by Dr. TC Waisman
The Autism Training Academy was founded by Dr. TC Waisman — an Autistic, Indigenous Oceania, South Asian, and non-binary person who received her autism diagnosis at 48 years old. As a result, she returned to formal education to attain her doctoral degree in Leadership, Policy, and Governance, with research focused on how higher education leaders, faculty members, and professional staff can enhance services and outcomes for Autistic students in higher education.
Inspired by her research findings, Dr. Waisman set out to develop a series of micro-trainings to bring much-needed education about autism and neurodivergence to those who are already positioned to affect change in their communities of practice — and who live in praxis with their values for inclusive best practice.
Our courses
All Autism Training Academy courses are free and available to anyone, anywhere. Courses cover autism, neurodivergence, Universal Design, parent advocacy, and inclusive practice across healthcare, education, and government settings. The Academy also highlights partner courses developed by world-class organizations including the Centre for Interdisciplinary Research and Collaboration in Autism (CIRCA) at the University of British Columbia.