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Our compassionate and knowledgeable team is here to address your unique needs and provide the best possible care for your child’s neurodevelopmental journey.

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Teaching for a stronger community.

We are here to equip learners with the essentials skills needed to create positive change in the lives of people with developmental differences.

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Researching for a better tomorrow.

Our goal is to unlock discoveries that will revolutionize the lives of individuals with autism and other neurodevelopmental diagnoses.

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We’re here to help.

Our compassionate and knowledgeable team is here to address your unique needs and provide the best possible care for your child’s neurodevelopmental journey.

Learn more

Teaching for a stronger community.

We are here to equip learners with the essentials skills needed to create positive change in the lives of people with developmental differences.

Learn more

Researching for a better tomorrow.

Our goal is to unlock discoveries that will revolutionize the lives of individuals with autism and other neurodevelopmental diagnoses.

Learn more

Thompson Center for Autism & Neurodevelopment

205 Portland Street, Columbia, MO 65211

573-884-6052

ACE

Accessing Career Experiences (ACE) is a nine-month, post-secondary education program that offers employment skill development for individuals 18-30 years old with autism.

About ACE

ACE is a new program at the Thompson Center designed for young adults diagnosed with autism who want to increase their independence through improved employment skills.

Direct instruction paired with on the job experience will provide the necessary skills needed to find gainful employment.

Eligibility

  • Autism diagnosis or a diagnosis with similar characteristics
  • Comprehensive IQ at or above 75
  • Motivated to be independent & work competitively
  • 18-30 years old and not in high school
  • Available weekly for 5-10 hours

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For more information about ACE, contact Jennifer DeLaporte at delaportej@umsystem.edu or (573) 884-0545.