ASD Awareness

Learn the key traits, behaviours, and communication approaches linked with ASD in this professionally designed online awareness course.

Overview

ASD Awareness is an essential course designed to offer clear, practical insights into Autism Spectrum Disorder. Without overwhelming you with jargon, it lays out what ASD is, how it presents across individuals, and why understanding its traits is vital in various personal and professional environments. From sensory sensitivities to communication patterns, this course guides you through the foundational knowledge needed to identify and respect neurodiverse experiences.

Whether you're a parent, educator, employer, or someone simply curious, this course provides straightforward information grounded in psychology and behavioural science. The content aims to challenge stereotypes, increase understanding, and improve interaction with autistic individuals in everyday contexts. The goal isn’t to overcomplicate or oversimplify, but to offer accessible and balanced awareness that helps you approach ASD with clarity and confidence.

Learning Outcomes

• Understand the key behavioural traits linked with autism spectrum disorder.
• Recognise common sensory differences and how they affect daily life.
• Identify common communication styles among autistic individuals.
• Gain awareness of masking and how it impacts mental wellbeing.
• Learn respectful and supportive interaction strategies with autistic people.
• Acknowledge misconceptions and reduce stigma around autism in society.

Who is this Course For

• Parents or guardians wanting clearer insight into autistic behaviour.
• Teachers aiming to better support autistic learners in classrooms.
• Managers hoping to understand neurodiversity in the workplace.
• Social workers engaging regularly with autistic individuals.
• HR professionals involved in recruitment and staff wellbeing.
• Caregivers assisting those with autism-related challenges.
• Customer-facing staff working in diverse public environments.
• Anyone wanting to better understand and support autistic people.

Career Path

• Special Educational Needs (SEN) Support Assistant – £21,000 per year
• Autism Outreach Worker – £24,500 per year
• Educational Psychologist – £46,000 per year
• Mental Health Support Worker – £23,000 per year
• Diversity and Inclusion Advisor – £35,000 per year
• Youth Support Coordinator – £28,000 per year