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Going on 15 years of working in the emergency services I found this class very interesting and filled with great information.

The two impacts from this training, are empathy and transparency. Having the empathy to see things from another's point of view, the father of a child with autism who is/was also a law enforcement officer. Empathy to realize that what may be our norm, is not their norm and to learn how to help them. Transparency in Captain (R) Turning's approach that in some situations, without the knowledge and training he provides, officers may misread the situation, conduct business as ususal, doing everything within the norms of policy and procedure, and have some catastrophic results.

This training class has helped me learn more techniques on how to help individuals with Autism. I will be using these techniques when I need to in the future.

The presentation was presented in a way that was respectful to those with autism and helps those who don’t have autism understand what we are thinking/going through. I was beyond impressed with how Jerry Turning was able to talk about things that I didn’t know about myself, but made sense as soon as he said it. He was respectful to his audience who had questions and related to those who have autistic/special needs children. He showed that we are no different than neurotypical people, just a little slower on the uptake and express emotions differently. I normally have at least one thing to say to do better for next time, but I have nothing. This was the best training I have ever gone through. I learned so much for situations that I could run into as well as learning about myself and what I have been trying to tell others for YEARS. I would take any class presented by this group, ESPECIALLY if the presenter is Jerry Turning.

Instructor was engaging and the ability to discuss both sides, parent and LEO, was very much appreciated. Having a daughter just diagnosed as on the spectrum at 16 yo, I believe my wife and I probably missed some indicators much earlier in her life that were discussed in the class.

Very insightful. Relatable. Empathetic perspective.

Hi Jerry, just want to thank you again for the presentation on Autism for first responders held at the Green Lane Fire Co. on August 11th. I am a paramedic and have a two year old non verbal grandson recently diagnosed with autism. The information you presented will not only help me on the job but also as "Nonnie" to this little one who is always one step ahead of me. Thank you for your book. I look forward to reading about your journey. Thank you so much! Keep sharing! Your information is so helpful and encouraging. Audrey Reed

I walked in to this class not knowing much about Autism, but came away with much more knowledge on how to deal with individuals on the spectrum. Would recommend this class to anyone.