2018 NSU Fact Book

75 The Autism Consortium provides individualized training, consultation, and system support to school districts throughout the United States to improve the quality of life for individuals with autism across the spectrum, across age spans, and across levels of functioning. Parenting Institute The Parenting Institute at the Mailman Segal Center provides programs and services for children and their families through parent/child classes, parenting support, and family advocacy. Programs include play- based classes, educational workshops, and parent coaching. Additionally, specialized support groups and programs with a focus on families with children with special needs are offered to the community. Clinical Programs The Unicorn Children’s Foundation Clinic provides a comprehensive spectrum of services for children and caregivers including the Development Assessment Clinic: Diagnostic Services for children 18 months– 5 years and Autism Education Program; the Feeding Disorders Clinic and the Challenging Behavior Clinic for children 18 months–8 years. Academic Programs In collaboration with colleges across NSU, MSC offers a variety of academic courses in a variety of educational modalities, including traditional and distance learning. Fields of study include applied behavior analysis, child life specialist, and autism. Child Advocacy and Community Outreach The Mailman Segal Center is committed to providing community outreach services and plays an integral role in shaping policies that support the health and well-being of children and their families. Activities within Broward County’s underserved communities are dedicated to extending the center’s programs, including child care center development, literacy, early childhood training, and parent education. The Mailman Segal Center works intensively with child care centers, providing accreditation support, individualized training, and parent education.