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Apr 29

Helping Enhance Autism Response Training - April 29, 2026

The North Carolina Department of Public Safety will host autism training for law enforcement and first responders as part of the department’s HEART (Helping Enhance Autism Response Training) initiative.

Presenters Dennis Debbaudt and James Marble will provide innovative training on best practices when interacting with North Carolinians on the autism spectrum.

UNCG Auditorium
408 Tate St., Greensboro, NC 27403
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Wednesday, April 29, 2026
09:00am - 01:00pm

 

Free

 

About the Speakers

Dennis Debbaudt

National expert and author Dennis Debbaudt brings 25 years of experience conducting training for law enforcement. His four-hour training leaves attendees better prepared to interact with individuals on the autism spectrum. Debbaudt has presented to the Department of Homeland Security, NYPD, Illinois Attorney General, Iowa State Sheriffs’ and Deputies’ Association and many more. Following the event, you will receive a certificate and copy of the training materials. 

James Marble

James Marble is a 26-year law enforcement veteran, who has served in capacities from patrolman through Chief of Police, and has been a certified law enforcement instructor in Montana for 16 years. James has specialized in various disciplines of instruction including firearms, use of force, Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) recognition, communication strategies, and de-escalation techniques. James brings a unique combination of law enforcement and personal experience. James was diagnosed with ASD in 2020. James’s unique experience of a law enforcement professional and an adult with ASD allows for him to speak intelligently from both perspectives.