Teaching the Autism Community Skilled Trades
Episode description
Danny Combs, Founder of Teaching the Autism Community Trades (TACT) and father of an autistic child, explains the common misunderstandings of autism and how his team is teaching autistic kids technical skills so they can have a career in skilled trades.
Danny’s passion that he has for his students, the autism community, and skilled trades is truly unmatched. You don’t want to miss this episode and all the great things TACT is accomplishing!
“Anybody that wants to come here and learn has that opportunity.” - Danny Combs, Founder of Teaching the Autism Community Trades (TACT)
(5:00) About Autism
(11:48) Common Misunderstandings of Autism
(27:48) Building and Growing TACT
(36:11) Training, Curriculum, & Safety
(51:08) Communicating with Autistic Employees
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About Our Host:
Jay Goninen
Co-Founder & President, WrenchWay
jayg@wrenchway.com | 608.716.2122
About Our Guest:
Danny Combs
Founder, Teaching the Autism Community Trades (TACT)
danny@buildwithtact.org
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