Sesame Place becomes first theme park designated as Certified Autism Center

LANGHORNE, Pennsylvania -- Sesame Place has become the first theme park in the world to receive a very important distinction.

The entire staff at the theme park in Langhorne, Pennsylvania, has completed autism sensitivity and awareness training.

The completion designates Sesame Place as a Certified Autism Center.

"As the first theme park in the world to complete the training and become a CAC, Sesame Place is better equipped to offer families inclusive activities for children with autism and other special needs," Sesame Place park president Cathy Valeriano said in a statement.

The certification comes at the start of National Autism Awareness Month.

Sesame Place opens for its 38th season on April 28.

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