"Supporting Neurodivergent and Autistic People for Their Transition into Adulthood: Blueprints
for Education, Training, and Employment is a MUST read. Through initial sharing of personal
and lived experience, the author immediately creates a deeply human connection with the
reader that goes far beyond blueprints. All of the concepts are framed with an appreciation and
understanding of the importance of context, and individual goals and values. From the emphasis
on developing the whole person, to educator roles, expectations, training, motivation, feedback,
ethics, and more; this book delivers a framework with immense depth and scope. An excellent
and thoroughly enlightening read. " –Dr. Amanda Kelly, President and CEO of Firefly Autism, Co-Founder of the Colorado Neurodiversity Chamber of Commerce

"This book is a much needed guide to help those supporting developing young adults on the
spectrum find meaning and purpose in adulthood. Based on his experience as the parent of an
autistic young man, and his ongoing efforts to secure employment for autistic individuals within
the trades, Danny has provided the blueprints for others to build a sustainable future. His
insights into teaching, training, and job skill readiness are invaluable. Highly recommended." –Dr. Tom Welsh, psychologist and author of The Breakaway: A Parent's Guide to Transitioning the Autistic and Twice Exceptional Adolescent Into Young Adulthood

Introduction.  Section 1. In the Classroom. 1. Identifying strength. 2. Listening. 3. Setting up Sequencing. 4. Understanding the difference between skills and Ability. 5. Holistic Approach. 6. Demeanor of educator. 7. Assessment. 8. Deception without Decet. Section 2. Training. 9. Simulatation Site. 10. Failure to succeed. 11. Holistic approach. 12. Slow to go fast. 13. Setup of training. 14. Assessment. 15. Feedback. Section 3. Placement. 16. Portfolio. 17. Worked based interview. 18. Talent over Charity. 19. Employer Communication. 20. Assimilation vs Integration. 21. Job Coaching. 22. Parent expectations. 23. Benefits. Conclusion. References

Danny Combs has a Master’s Degree in Education, is a Board Certified Cognitive Specialist, a Certified Autism Specialist. He was granted several awards in teaching – including a Grammy Enterprise Award for the program he designed in the Nashville schools – and became a published educational author, arranger, and songwriter, and served as Board Chair/President of the Autism Society. He has two incredible children – Dylan and Ellie. When his son Dylan was diagnosed with autism, Danny formed TACT, with the mission is to encourage and empower the full spectrum of individuals with autism through education and employment in the skilled trades.