Autism Spectrum Disorder in Health and Social Care Training Course

Our Autism Spectrum Disorder course is a CPD Certified e-Learning programme designed to support those in health and social care with the knowledge to better understand and support autistic individuals.
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Autism Spectrum Disorder in Health and Social Care Overview

Our Autism Spectrum Disorder course is a CPD Certified e-Learning programme designed to support those in health and social care with the knowledge to better understand and support autistic individuals. It will also give insight into the importance of an accurate diagnosis, particularly for women and girls, and provide examples of common comorbidities.

You will be introduced to examples of best practice when taking a person-centred approach to supporting autistic individuals. This includes supporting them in exploring their identity and promoting positive behaviour. Finally, you will learn how to support autistic individuals in living healthy and fulfilled lives by promoting positive risk-taking, helping them to access services and facilities, and gaining and maintaining employment.
Duration
1h 50m
Number of Units
6
Accreditation
CPD certified
Course Category
Health & Social Care

Learning Outcomes

  • To gain an understanding of autism
  • To gain an understanding of a person-centred approach to supporting autistic individuals
  • To gain an understanding of communication and social interaction in autistic individuals
  • To gain an understanding of sensory processing, perception and cognition in autistic individuals
  • To gain an understanding of supporting positive behaviour in autistic individuals
  • To gain an understanding of supporting autistic individuals to live healthy and fulfilled lives

Training Units

Our Autism Awareness Course is divided into six carefully structured units, each focusing on key aspects of autism to help learners build a comprehensive understanding of how to support autistic individuals effectively.

An introduction to Autism

25m

This introductory unit provides an essential overview of autism, exploring its characteristics and the spectrum of traits found in autistic individuals.

  • The Autism Spectrum
  • Autism Diagnosis
  • Autism in Women and Girls
  • Comorbidities Associated with Autism
  • Misconceptions of Autism

Person Centred Approach to Supporting Autistic Individuals

15m

This unit introduces learners to the importance of person-centred support, ensuring care is tailored to the unique needs of each individual.

  • Legislation for Supporting Autistic Individuals
  • Autism and Identity
  • A Person-Centred Approach
  • Working with Others

Communication and Interaction

15m

This unit explores communication challenges and strategies to support autistic individuals communicate effectively.

  • Speech and Language in Autistic Individuals
  • Environmental Factors
  • Forms of Communication
  • Social Interaction
  • The Role of Specialists

Sensory Processing

15m

Sensory sensitivities are a characteristic trait of autism. This unit covers the various sensory sensitivities that autistic individuals may experience.

  • Hypersensitivity and Hyposensitivity
  • Vestibular Sense, Proprioceptive, and Interoceptive Sensitivities
  • Behaviours and Sensory Responses
  • Sensory Overload and Supporting Individuals
  • Sensory Stimulation

Supporting Positive Behaviour

15m

This unit focuses on understanding and supporting positive behaviour in autistic individuals.

  • The Context of Behaviour in Autistic Individuals
  • Factors Influencing Behaviour
  • The Impact of Behaviour
  • Strategies to Support Positive Behaviour

Supporting Healthy and Fulfilled Lives

15m

In this unit, learners will explore ways to support autistic individuals in leading healthy, fulfilling lives.

  • Protection from Exploitation, Bullying, and Abuse
  • Risk Enablement
  • Supporting Access to Services and Facilities
  • Transitions and Life Events
  • Employment

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