Understanding Autism Level 3
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* Fee remission may be available for this course, visit Fees and Funding for further information
Develop your knowledge of autism and build the skills needed to support individuals effectively across health, social care and education settings.
This qualification is designed to help you develop a deeper knowledge and understanding of autism and how it affects individuals in different areas of life. It is ideal if you are working, or planning to work, in health, social care or education settings and want to build specialist knowledge in this area.
You will explore how autism is experienced, learn about support strategies and interventions, and understand how to respond to the needs of individuals in a range of settings. Studying online gives you the flexibility to learn at a time and pace that suits your work or home commitments, while still receiving structured support from experienced tutors.
What you’ll cover:
- Autism in context
- Positive behavioural support for autistic individuals
- Understanding the support and management of transition for autistic individuals
- Therapeutic interventions and support for autistic individuals, including co-occurring conditions
- Communication and social interaction with autistic individuals
- Safeguarding and resilience in autism
For each unit, you will complete a set of knowledge-based questions as part of the formal assessment. Your tutor will provide feedback after each unit. All assessments must be completed and passed to successfully achieve the qualification.
Entry Requirements
You will need a Level 2 or equivalent English language qualification to enrol on this course.
Information
All learning materials are provided online. You will need access to a computer or laptop and a reliable internet connection.
After completing an induction, you will be provided with all the learning materials you need and will receive ongoing support and guidance from experienced professional tutors. This flexible learning option is ideal if you have a busy work or home life and want to study where and when it suits you.
Further Study
On completion of this course, you may progress to:
- Level 3 Diploma in Adult Care
- Level 3 Health and Social Care qualifications
- Level 3 Certificate in Supporting Teaching and Learning
- Employment progression within health, social care or education roles
This course provides a strong foundation for further study and progression within specialist support roles.
Part-time courses are term-time only.
See our term dates for further information.
Did you know that some of our courses are free if you earn less than £26,800* living in West Yorkshire, North Yorkshire & Lancashire?
*Pending Funding Guidance
Distance Learning call 01756 693 800 or email distancelearning@craven-college.ac.uk
Courses in the community call 01756 693 800 or email communitylearning@craven-college.ac.uk
All other Part-time courses call 01756 693 309 or email parttime@craven-college.ac.uk
