Comprehensive Description

• About the Academy- Dr. Suhair Sammour Academy is a specialized academy focused on providing professional consultation and training for families of autistics children, educators, and therapists in special education centers through the latest evidence-based programs. The academy applies Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) in accordance with international best practices, with a particular emphasis on promoting educational and community inclusion. Its mission is to develop professional competencies capable of effectively supporting the inclusion of people of determination in general, and individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder in particular, within educational and community settings—ultimately enhancing service quality and achieving sustainable educational and behavioral outcomes.
• Mission:
  At Dr. Suhair Sammour Training and Professional Development Academy, we provide specialized, evidence-based training and consultation programs rooted in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA).
  Our mission is to empower families of people of determination, especially those with Autism Spectrum Disorder, to manage behaviors effectively, promote positive skills, and reduce undesired behaviors. We also aim to equip teachers and therapists with advanced teaching, communication, and behavioral management skills to deliver inclusive, high-quality education in mainstream classrooms. Through our programs, we foster academic and social inclusion, preparing competent professionals who create safe, supportive, and inclusive learning environments for all students, with a focus on people of determination and individuals with autism

• Vision:
  To be a leading academy in the UAE and beyond for empowering families of autistics children, teachers, and therapists in providing high-quality, inclusive education for people of determination, with a special focus on individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder. We strive to set the standard in applying evidence-based strategies, including Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), to create safe, supportive, and inclusive learning environments, foster academic and social inclusion, and enable positive behavioral and skill development for all students.

• Values:
• Inclusivity: Creating supportive learning environments for people of determination in general, and individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder in particular, while promoting academic and social inclusion in schools and inclusive classrooms.
• Family Empowerment: Supporting families of individuals with autism to implement effective educational and behavioral strategies, based on Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), to enhance their active participation in their children’s daily learning and development.
• Professional Excellence: Developing teachers and therapists into competent professionals capable of delivering high-quality education and effectively managing student behaviors.
• Evidence-Based Practice: Applying the latest research and methodologies, with a focus on Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), to ensure the effectiveness of training and consultation programs.
• Innovation & Continuous Improvement: Designing innovative training and consultation programs that meet the needs of families, educators, and students, while keeping pace with the latest educational and behavioral practices.
• Respect & Compassion: Treating all students, families, and educators with respect and understanding, taking into account diverse needs and abilities to ensure a safe and supportive learning environment.

services provided:

• • Family Consultation and Training

Practical programs for families, especially families of individuals with autism, to implement effective educational and behavioral strategies based on Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), for managing behaviors, promoting positive skills, and actively participating in their children’s learning and daily life.

• • Teachers and Special Educators Training Programs

Specialized training programs to develop teaching, communication, and behavior management skills within inclusive classrooms, with a focus on ABA strategies to enhance inclusive education and learning outcomes for people of determination in general, and individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder in particular.

• • Academic and Social Inclusion Consultation

Professional consulting for schools and educational institutions on promoting academic and social inclusion for people of determination and students with autism in inclusive classrooms, including designing effective educational and behavioral plans.

• • Behavior Assessment and Early Intervention

Specialized behavioral assessments and the design of intervention plans based on ABA to support the development of academic, social, and behavioral skills.

• • Continuous Professional Development Programs

Ongoing workshops and courses for teachers and therapists to enhance professional excellence, update their skills with innovative and advanced teaching and behavioral methods, while addressing diverse learning styles.

• • Development of Safe and Inclusive Learning Environments

Designing strategies and practices to create safe, supportive, and inclusive classrooms, ensuring the inclusion of people of determination in general and individuals with autism in particular, while improving learning quality and achieving optimal educational outcomes