Movie Study, ADOS-2 Training, Bowling Green Caregiver Summit
The Kentucky Autism Training Center (KATC) strives to be Kentucky's leading resource on autism. KATC trains and collaborates with stakeholders through the implementation of evidence-based practices to build knowledge and confidence.
From Pikeville to Paducah, KATC reached 116 of Kentucky’s 120 counties last year!
KATC’s work is guided by a deep respect for neurodiversity and a belief in the strengths, rights, and potential of every autistic person. We focus on:
Sharing Resources & Training Offering evidence-informed professional development and resource materials to support inclusive practices in education, early childhood, mental health, and employment systems.
Empowering Families Providing accessible tools, services, and training opportunities—including videos, workshops, and community events—that honor family voice and promote informed decision-making.
Engaging Community Creating and distributing practical, affirming resources that reflect current research and community needs, including videos, guides, and toolkits.
Advancing Inclusive Practices Collaborating with educators, schools, and families to co-create and refine evidence-informed models that support meaningful inclusion and learning.
Regional Capacity Building Partnering with the Kentucky Department of Education to deliver training and technical assistance that strengthens school and district-level supports across Kentucky.
from left: Heidi Cooley-Cook, Lindsay Eubanks, Michelle Bush, Mike Miller, Heather Paige Alger, Larry Taylor, Kim Howard, Tracy Belfield, Enid Hurtado-Stremming
R. Larry Taylor
Ed.D.
Executive Director
Heidi Cooley-Cook
M.Ed.
Assistant Director
Michelle Bush
M.A.E., MSHROD
Assistant Director
Kimberly Howard
M.Ed.
School-Based Field Training Coordinator
Enid Hurtado-Stremming
M.Ed.
School-Based Field Training Coordinator
Heather Paige Alger
M.S. CCC-SLP
School-Based Field Training Coordinator
Tracy Belfield
Ed.S.
School-Based Field Training Coordinator
Mike R. Miller
M.Ed.
Family & Community Field Training Coordinator
Lindsay Eubanks
M.Ed., OTR/L
Family & Community Field Training Coordinator