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Understanding Autism

Ideal for those who wish to develop an in-depth knowledge and understanding of autism

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Today, over 700,000 people in the UK are autistic, meaning that 2.8m people have a relative on the autism spectrum. The condition affects people of all ages and while it is incurable, the right support at the right time can make an enormous difference to people's lives.

Whether you are looking to progress your career; have an autistic family member, friend or colleague; or would just like to increase yours or your staffs’ knowledge and help raise awareness, this qualification is perfect.

In England, you will gain an accredited Level 2 qualification.

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Fully- online learning materials and assessments

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Course Content

Unit 1: Autism in context

In this unit, cover the historical context of autism, the diagnosis and characteristics of autism, the legislative framework applicable to autism, and how autism is represented in society.

Unit 2: Positive behavioural support for autistic individuals

This unit covers behaviour within the context of autism and how to promote an autism-friendly environment. Learn about how to promote individual positive behavioural support and the interventions that are used in behavioural support.

Unit 3: Understand support and management of transitions for autistic individuals

In this unit, learn about how transitions can affect autistic people, how to support autistic young people to make the transition into adulthood, and how to support autistic individuals into employment.

Unit 4: Therapeutic interventions and support available for autistic individuals and co-occurring conditions

This unit covers the range of therapeutic interventions available to autistic individuals. Learn about the services available to autistic individuals and their families, and co-occurring conditions and their treatments.

Unit 5: Communication and social interaction with autistic individuals

In this unit, learn about the differences in social interactions and communications associated with autism, how communication can be adapted to support positive interactions and communication with autistic individuals, and a range of strategies and aids used to support communication and social interaction for autistic individuals.

Unit 6: Safeguarding and resilience in autism

In the final unit of this course, learn how to raise concerns about potential or actual harm, abuse or exploitation, how to support the health, safety and well-being of individuals, how the legislative framework safeguards autistic children, young people and adults, and about how and when restrictive practices might be used within legal guidelines.