Adult
Understanding Autism - Level 3
This course provides an in depth understanding of autism and the ways that people with autism can be supported to reach their full potential. It is suitable for anyone with a personal interest in autism, and also for those who work in the health and social care sector and who want to improve their knowledge, enhance their skills, and gain a recognised qualification.
The course covers the following topics:
how to adopt a positive approach to supporting individuals with autism
the current legislative framework relating to individuals with autism and how different theories have developed over time
how to support and manage transitions for individuals with autism
the range of therapeutic interventions and support available for individuals with autism and co-occurring conditions
how to support communication and social interaction for individuals with autism
how to develop an understanding of how individuals with autism may be vulnerable
the support worker’s role and responsibilities relating to safeguarding according to legislative requirements
About the course
Unit 1: Autism in context
Unit 2: Positive behavioural support for individuals with autism
Unit 3: Understand support and management of transitions for individuals with autism
Unit 4: Therapeutic interventions and support for individuals with autism and co-occurring conditions
Unit 5: Communication and social interaction with individuals with autism
Unit 6: Safeguarding and resilience in autism
Learners must be over 19 years old.
There are no specific prior learning requirements for this qualification. However, learners may find it helpful if they’ve already achieved a Level 2 qualification in a related subject.
Learners complete an electronic booklet.
Learners who achieve this qualification could progress to:
NCFE CACHE Level 3 Diploma for the Children's Workforce (Early Years Educator)
NCFE CACHE Level 3 Certificate in Preparing to Work in Adult Social Care
NCFE CACHE Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care (Adults) for England
NCFE CACHE Level 3 Diploma for Residential Childcare (England)
NCFE CACHE Level 3 Diploma in Healthcare Support Services
NCFE CACHE Level 3 Diploma in Clinical Healthcare Support
NCFE CACHE Level 4 Diploma in Adult Care (England)
NCFE CACHE Level 3 Certificate in Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools
NCFE CACHE Level 3 Diploma in Specialist Support for Teaching and Learning in Schools
NCFE Level 4 Certificate in Education and Training
This qualification is delivered online. These Level 2 courses are free if you are a resident of South Yorkshire Mayoral Combined Authority (comprising of Barnsley, Doncaster, Rotherham and Sheffield), as these qualifications can be fully-funded at no cost to you!
For a Level 3 course, funding may be available and we will assess your personal circumstances to establish if you qualify.
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Key Information
Course Code
P00441
Subject Area
Health and Social Care
Campus
Distance Learning