This qualification is for learners who wish to gain an understanding of autism and how to support an individual with autism.
Your will cover:
• Gain an understanding of what is meant by autism and how it is diagnosed.
• Gain understanding on legislation and guidance when supporting individuals with autism.
• Person – centred approaches.
• Gain an understanding of communication issues, speech, and language processes.
• Social interaction for individuals with autism.
• Communication strategies to support communication.
• Learn how to support positive behaviours.
• Understand how to support individuals to learn coping strategies.
• Gain an understanding of living with autism.
• Positive risk taking.
• Understand how to support individuals with employment.