Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Autism
Course Overview
Our Understanding Autism course will give you an understanding of autism and the principles of supporting individuals with autism. You will look at the person-centred approach and the influence that positive communication methods can have and will gain an understanding of how individuals with autism can be supported to live healthy and fulfilled lives.
In England, you will gain an accredited Level 2 qualification.
In Scotland, this course is comparable to a Level 5 based on the Scottish Credit and Qualification Framework. Upon completion of the course, learners in Scotland will receive a digital e-certificate issued by your college.
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Key Information
Course Length
8 to 12 weeks
Course Level
Level 2
Awarding Body
TQUK
(E-certificates upon achievement)
Learning Method(s)
Online materials
Online assessment
For Individuals
Benefits
The benefits of this course include:
Cost and Funding Information
Course Price
£299.00
Direct Debit
Yes
Funded Course
England and Scotland Only
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Unit 1: Common traits and diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorder
This unit will provide you with an understanding of autistic spectrum conditions, the dyad of impairments and the importance of professional diagnosis of autism spectrum conditions.
Unit 2: Sources of information, support, legislation, and guidance relevant to Autism Spectrum Conditions
This unit covers the legislation and guidance relevant to autism spectrum conditions and helps you to understand ways to support individuals on the autism spectrum. This unit will also help you to understand the help and support available for individuals with autism spectrum disorder.
Unit 3: Living with Autism Spectrum Conditions
This unit covers the effect autism spectrum conditions have on an individual’s sensory experiences, the impact those conditions have on the family of an individual on the autism spectrum and the societal impact on individuals on the autism spectrum. This unit will also help you to understand the impact of the physical environment upon individuals on the autism spectrum.
Unit 4: Best practice relating to Autism Spectrum Conditions
This unit covers the experience of living with autism, how to support individuals to maintain their personal safety and the purpose of positive risk-taking. This unit will also help you to know how to support individuals with transitions, life events, accessing services and facilities and how to support individuals with employment.
This qualification could assist you in gaining the following employment opportunities and potential salaries:
Art Therapist – up to £31,225
Occupational Therapist – up to £26,390
Teaching Assistant – up to £17,617
Once you have completed this course, you could progress onto the following:
Certificate in Understanding Specific Learning Difficulties
Certificate in Introducing Caring for Children and Young People
Certificate in Understanding Mental Health
Certificate in Awareness of Mental Health Problems
Certificate in Understanding Behaviour that Challenges
| Full cost | Direct debit | Fully funded |
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| £299 | Initial payment of £29.90, 3 monthly payments of £74.70 | To be eligible you must:
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