Legoland Malaysia Resort Sets New Standard For Accessibility As First Certified Autism Center In Malaysia

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LEGOLAND® Malaysia Resort Sets New Standard for Accessibility  as First Certified Autism Center™ in Malaysia

The International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Standards (IBCCES) proudly announces LEGOLAND® Malaysia Resort as the first Certified Autism CenterTM (CAC) in Malaysia. This is a big step forward in improving Malaysia's attractions and theme parks' accessibility and inclusivity practices. The resort's commitment and dedication to creating a welcoming experience for all is highlighted by this announcement.  Organizations that complete specialized autism and sensory awareness training and certification for our guest-facing staff receive the CAC. They also fulfill other requirements, such as an onsite audit
 CS Lim, Divisional Director of LEGOLAND Malaysia Resort, berkata, "Becoming Malaysia’s first Certified Autism CenterTM is a meaningful milestone for us, and we’re proud to achieve this distinction."  Since its founding, LEGOLAND Malaysia has been committed to providing children and families of all ages with an educational, entertaining, and memorable experience.  As a leading tourist destination in Malaysia, we are committed to paving the way forward in creating an accessible, flexible environment that will cater to our guests' diverse needs. We will continue doing our part to make the park inclusive and welcoming to all
 With 1 in 100 children being autistic worldwide, many families face difficulties finding suitable activities where their loved ones can feel comfortable and included. Outings often become challenging due to untrained staff, overwhelming environments, and lack of information on sensory awareness and sensory-friendly activities. To address this critical need, IBCCES offers specialized training and certification programs designed for attractions, hotels, zoos, aquariums, and other recreational venues

These programs offer essential insights into autism, effective communication strategies, and best practices for creating positive experiences. Developed with input from industry experts and autistic individuals, the training equips participants to ensure all families can enjoy meaningful and memorable visits. Certification includes ongoing education, support from IBCCES, and regular renewals to uphold standards

LEGOLAND Malaysia Resort first opened its doors on September 15, 2012, becoming the first Legoland theme park in Asia. With over 40 rides and attractions spread across 73 acres in Johor, Malaysia, the resort offers a wide variety of experiences for visitors of all ages. Beyond its impressive lineup of rides, LEGOLAND Malaysia is dedicated to ensuring an inclusive environment for all guests

In addition to achieving certification, LEGOLAND Malaysia aims to make it easier for families to plan their visits with confidence and peace of mind. The LEGOLAND Malaysia website now includes an in-depth accessibility page that contains both summarized and detailed sensory guides for each attraction, enabling guests to preview the sensory aspects of each ride or area before they even arrive, helping families prepare for a comfortable and enjoyable outing. Sensory guideboards will also be installed across rides in the LEGOLAND Theme Park. More updates and enhancements will be announced as they are rolled out in the future

“We are proud to welcome LEGOLAND Malaysia Resort as the first Certified Autism Center™ in Malaysia,” says Myron Pincomb, CEO and board chairman of IBCCES. “This certification is a vital step toward greater accessibility and inclusion within Malaysia’s tourism industry. LEGOLAND Malaysia’s commitment to providing a welcoming and accommodating environment for autistic individuals and those with sensory sensitivities demonstrates their dedication to ensuring that all families can enjoy the park’s attractions and create lasting memories together. We are equally proud to continuously collaborate with LEGOLAND globally to elevate accessibility standards across all their locations, reinforcing our shared mission of inclusivity for every guest.”
IBCCES has been the leader in cognitive disorder training and certification for healthcare, education, and corporate professionals around the globe for more than 20 years. IBCCES is the only global credentialing board providing travel and entertainment organizations with training and certification from subject-matter experts and autistic self-advocates, and other resources, as well as long-term support that helps them understand how to better accommodate and assist autistic or sensory-sensitive visitors and their families

IBCCES also created AutismTravel.com, a free online resource for families that lists certified destinations and connects families to other resources and each other. Each destination listed on the site has met the Certified Autism Center™ (CAC) requirements

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