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Autism Course - Level 3 Certificate in Understanding Autism
Our Autism Course – Level 3 Certificate is designed to enhance your knowledge and understanding in specialised areas of care.
Requirments, Study Method & Duration
Entry Requirments
Open to all, Age 16+
Start Date:
Enrolment anytime
Duration
8-12 Weeks
Learning Method
100% Online, Online Assessment
Fees and Funding
Easy Instalment Plans & Funding Available
Autism Course Overview
This Autism Course Level 3 Certificate in Understadning Autism has been created to provide a qualification, ideal for those who wish to develop an in-depth knowledge and understanding of autism. Developed to support a progression into employment in the health and social care or education sector.
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’re looking to progress your career or have an autistic family member, friend, or colleague, this qualification can help you support them more effectively. It’s also ideal if you want to increase your own or your staff’s knowledge and raise awareness about autism.
It also serves as a stepping stone towards more advanced qualifications or specialist roles in autism support. With a nationally recognised certificate, you’ll be better equipped to advocate for inclusive practices in your workplace or community.
Career Progression
This the Level 3 Certificate in Understanding Autism is ideal for anyone working in social care, education, or social work settings. Completing the autism course can open doors to a range of career opportunities across education, health, and social care. It’s an excellent stepping stone whether you’re starting your journey or seeking to specialise.
This qualification can help you:
- Progress into support worker roles in autism-specific or inclusive settings
- Apply for teaching assistant or SEN support roles in schools and colleges
- Move into residential or supported living services for individuals with autism
- Enhance your professional development as part of your CPD portfolio
- Strengthen your CV for keyworker or outreach roles within local authorities or charities
Prepare for higher-level qualifications, such as the Level 4 Diploma in Adult Care or the Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health and Social Care.
Autism Course Content
This Level 3 qualification is ideal for professionals in social care, education, or support roles, and for those with a personal interest in autism.
The objectives of this qualification are to gain knowledge and understanding of autism including:
- 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 and the support worker’s role and responsibilities relating to safeguarding according to legislative requirements.
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 This unit explores how transitions can impact autistic individuals, from childhood through adulthood. You’ll also learn how to support young people entering adulthood and help autistic individuals move 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 This unit covers the differences in social interaction and communication often associated with autism, and how communication can be adapted to support positive interactions. It also explores a range of strategies and tools 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.
Autism Course FAQ
There are no specific recommended 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 should be aged 16 or above to undertake this qualification.
It will be assessed by your Tutor or Assessor using a portfolio of evidence.
No, this is a knowledge-only qualification.
By completing the qualification, learners will develop in-depth knowledge and understanding of autism, which could support progression onto appropriate qualifications, and into relevant employment, in the health and social care sector.
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