Life Skills Autism Academy
Grades and ages
Ages 5-8
Student-teacher ratio
1:1
Tuition
Covered by Health Insurance / Sliding Scale Options
About Life Skills Autism Academy
Life Skills Autism Academy in Decatur, Georgia, is a specialized early childhood center and intensive ABA day academy dedicated exclusively to children ages 18 months to 8 years diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder across DeKalb County and Metro Atlanta. Providing individual 1-to-1 Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy combined with structured early learning routines, the center focuses on early functional communication, toilet training, emotional regulation, motor development, and social interaction. Board Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBAs) and Registered Behavior Technicians (RBTs) create individualized treatment and learning plans to prepare young children for successful transitions into inclusive preschool and kindergarten classrooms.
Student fit
Who this school serves
Grades and ages
- Early Intervention (Ages 1.5-3)
- Preschool
- Kindergarten Readiness
- Ages 1.5-8
Learning needs supported
- Autism Spectrum Disorder
Specialties
- Autism Spectrum Disorder (Early Childhood)
- Non-Verbal & Emerging Communication
- Behavioral Regulation & Tantrums
- Sensory Processing Delays
- School Readiness
Learning and support
Curriculum and therapeutic services
Services and supports
- Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA)
- Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) Direct Supervision
- Speech & Language Co-Treatment
- Parent Guidance & Training
Programs
Programs at Life Skills Autism Academy
Other programs and supports
- Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA)
- Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) Direct Supervision
- Speech & Language Co-Treatment
- Parent Guidance & Training
School facts
Practical details for families
Accreditation and licensing
- BHCOE Accredited Autism Provider
Tuition and funding
Tuition: Covered by Health Insurance / Sliding Scale Options
- Commercial Health Insurance (Aetna, BCBS, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare)
- Georgia Medicaid / PeachCare
- Private Pay
Visit us
Location and directions
Map
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Life Skills Autism Academy
What age group is served at Life Skills Autism Academy Decatur?
The academy serves young children from 18 months through age 8 diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder.
What is the student-to-staff ratio during therapy sessions?
Every child receives intensive 1-to-1 instruction from a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) under continuous BCBA clinical supervision.
Is ABA therapy covered by insurance?
Yes, services are covered by most commercial insurance providers in Georgia and Georgia Medicaid/PeachCare.
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