Saudi Aramco extends support services for special needs children

State oil giant Saudi Aramco has signed an agreement with the Arizona Centers for Comprehensive Education and Life Skills (ACCEL) of Phoenix to strengthen the provision of support services for children with developmental disabilities.

The Ajyal Special Needs Center (ASNC) — an alliance named ACCEL International for Saudi Education — will provide an integrated approach of multiple, evidence-based practices from the fields of education and behavioral science, as well as integrated clinical practices in the areas of speech and language therapy, physical therapy, and therapeutic enrichment.

In addition, into adulthood, ACCEL will act as a service model to support successful student transitions in academic inclusion, supported jobs, and independent living skills.

“The ASNC was envisioned as a quality provider of special education and support services for children with developmental disabilities,” Faisal Al Hajji, Saudi Aramco general manager of Training and Development, said.

“We will strive in our next steps to become nationally and internationally recognized in our expertise,” he added.