Level 3 Certificate in Understanding Autism (23/24)

Level 3 Certificate in Understanding Autism (23/24)

This course is designed to provide an in-depth understanding of autism, its spectrum disorders, symptoms, diagnosis and treatment.

By Lifetime Skills Guarantee Level 3

Location

Online

About this event

  • 99 days 7 hours

You will be working towards a Level 3 Certificate in Understanding Autism

Course duration - 15 weeks

This is an online self-study course with a supporting workbook. You will be required to:

  • Attend regular one-to-one sessions with your tutor
  • Submit work through the online portal on a regular basis
  • Have access to a computer/laptop.
  • Complete a short maths and English skills assessment as part of the application process and meet the minimum standard as set by the college.

COURSE CONTENT

This qualification will provide you with a deeper understanding of Autism. By the end of this course you will be able to:

  • Understand communication and social interaction with individuals with autism
  • Understand how to support and manage transitions for individuals with autism
  • Understand positive behavioural support for individuals with autism
  • Understand safeguarding and resilience in the context of autism
  • Understand the therapeutic interventions and support available for individuals with autism and co-occuring conditions.

Autism is a very complex developmental disorder that takes time to understand. This course explains in the most simple and effective way, the needs of autistic people, how autism affects social and emotional development, and how to provide support for those with autism.

How do you know when a person has autism? Both mild and severe symptoms can be displayed, and this course helps you to identify common traits of autism, taking you through the screening and diagnosis process in detail.

This is an opportunity to develop key communication skills that are ideal for those who work in special needs teaching.

Funded Courses for Jobs Level 3 must be a qualification from the approved list. Applicants must be:

1. Aged 19 or over

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2. A resident in the UK or EEA for the past three years

They are fully funded for anyone who meets the following criteria:

1. Does not already hold a full level 3

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2. Is in employment earning less than £20,319 or £22,500 in CPCA (Those who have a Cambridge or Peterborough Postcode)

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3. Is unemployed

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*If you are 19 or over and don’t yet have a FIRST FULL Level 3 qualification (Equivalent to A levels / Technical certificate or Diploma), OR if you are currently unemployed and receiving means tested benefits OR if you are earning below £18,525.00 per year, you can study one of the level 3 courses for free. The courses will help you to gain skills to boost your job prospects or to help you progress in your current role.