POAC Autism Services - Water Safety

Drowning is 100% preventable, yet it’s the leading cause of death for children with autism. Understanding the misconceptions about drowning and some easy-to-implement tips will help you greatly increase safety for your child and family.
 
What You’ll Learn
Why children with autism and IDD face higher water safety risks
How to create safer environments at home and in the community
Steps to prevent wandering and unauthorized water access
How to build swim readiness 
How to prevent drowning
 
What’s Included
✅ Short video lessons (fully self-paced)
✅ Learning Checks
✅ Course completion certificate
 
👥 Who This Course Is For
Parents and caregivers of children with autism, Down syndrome, or other developmental disabilities
Caregivers of children who elope or wander
Families preparing for time around pools, lakes, or beaches
Anyone looking for actionable safety planning—not just awareness
 
How It Works
Start anytime—available 24/7 on any device
Pause, repeat, or revisit lessons as often as needed
Learn at your pace, in your space
You have 30 days of access to course materials.