This qualification is appropriate for a wide range of people with an interest in understanding Autism.
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Overview
A Level 2 Understanding Autism course is designed to provide learners with a comprehensive understanding of autism spectrum disorder (ASD).
It covers the characteristics, challenges, and strengths of autistic individuals, as well as effective communication and support strategies.
It may be particularly useful for those working in healthcare, social care workers, educators, parents and carers and anyone interested in learning more about Autism.
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Who is this course for?
This course is suitable for a wide range of individuals, including:
- Healthcare professionals
- Social care workers
- Educators
- Parents and carers
- Anyone interested in learning more about autism
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Entry Requirements
There are no formal entry requirements for this course. -
Units/Modules
To be awarded the Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Autism, learners are required to successfully complete 6 mandatory units:
Unit 01 Introduction to autism
- Unit 02 Using a person-centred approach to support individuals with autism
- Unit 03 Communication and social interaction in individuals with autism
- Unit 04 Sensory processing, perception and cognition in individuals with autism
- Unit 05 Supporting positive behaviour in individuals with autism
- Unit 06 Supporting individuals with autism to live healthy and fulfilled lives
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Benefits/Skills
What you will learn:
- The characteristics of autism spectrum disorder
- The impact of autism on individuals and their families
- Effective communication strategies for autistic individuals
- Positive behaviour support techniques
- Promoting independence and inclusion for autistic people
Benefits and skills
- Enhanced understanding of autism
- Improved ability to support autistic individuals
- Increased empathy and compassion
- Opportunities for career advancement
- Personal satisfaction
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Careers/Progression
Dependent on previous qualifications and skills learners who achieve this qualification could progress to:
- Level 3 Diploma for the Children's Workforce (Early Years Educator)
- Level 3 Certificate in Preparing to Work in Adult Social Care
- Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care (Adults) for England
- Level 3 Diploma for Residential Childcare (England)
- Level 3 Certificate in Understanding Autism
- Level 3 Diploma in Counselling Skills
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Did you know?
Short course 26 weeks & Porfolio based assessment