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How will the course benefit me?
This course will develop your existing knowledge and understanding of autism and the principles of supporting individuals with autism through a person-centred approach and positive communication. You will learn how individuals with autism process sensory information; the common misconceptions surrounding autism; and how speech, language and communication may differ in people with autism. It can help you progress within employment in a variety of sectors, and in a number of job roles where an understanding of autism and knowledge of how to support people with autism is required. Learning takes between 12 and 24 weeks and successful completion of coursework means you will achieve the NCFE Learning Curve Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Autism.
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What will I learn?
How to use the EQUAL online learning platform to complete tasks and assessments. You may also learn how to use online video conferencing.
How to use Google Education suite (email, online video conferencing, uploading coursework). An introduction to Autism
How to use a Person-Centred approach to support individuals with Autism
Communication and social interaction in individuals with Autism
Sensory processing, perception and cognition in individuals with Autism
Supporting positive behaviour in individuals with Autism
Supporting individuals with Autism to live healthy and fulfilled lives
The influence of positive communication methods
How to support positive behaviour
How individuals with autism can be supported to live healthy and fulfilled lives
Recognise how legislation and guidance underpins support.
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Entry Requirements
Spoken and written English at Level 2 and be a confident IT user - experience in using web-based portfolios would be beneficial. You will also need to be be motivated to undertake personal study and homework of at least 3 - 5 hours each week and be willing to participate in occasional online tutorials if required. You will need an email address to use the EQUAL online learning platform.
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Assessment / Exam
You will complete an online portfolio of evidence demonstrating how you meet the qualification criteria. The average time to complete this online course is 12 weeks you may however complete in fewer weeks or it may take you longer. It will depend on your commitment to the course. You will however be expected to complete all assessments within the academic year you commence the course in.
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Career Opportunities
This course supports progression onto a range of other online vocational courses. You may also be interested in our online auto assessed CPD Certified courses that are also on the EQUAL online learning platform.
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