Understanding Autism Certificate (Online) Level 3
The certificate in Understanding Autism Level 3 is designed for those who are supporting (or wishing to support) autistic individuals.
The course will increase your understanding of autism and neurodiversity, and provide you with techniques and strategies to best support autistic individuals.
Topics include:
The History of Autism
Therapeutic Techniques
Supporting Communication and Social Interaction
Society Views and Acceptance of Autism and Neurodiversity
This course is completed online, with optional in-person workshops throughout year, tutorials and access to college facilities, technology and the support of a personal tutor.
The online course runs all year and can be started any time between September and March. This course usually takes between 4-6 months to complete.
Course Details
- You must have a GCSE Grade 4(C) in English
History of Autism
Safeguarding Autistic individuals
Therapeutic Techniques
Communication Skills and Social Interaction Support
Society Views and Acceptance of Autism and Neurodiversity
Course Applications
Please choose your preferred study option below (subject to change).
This course costs: £811.00
If the amount shown is more than £0.00 and you are aged 19 and over at the start of the course, you may have options to help fund your studies with us. The funding you can receive depends on your personal circumstances, and could mean you are entitled to fully subsidised or reduced tuition fees.
This course is fully funded for 16-18 year olds (if applicable to the course).
You may also be entitled to support with travel, childcare and equipment.
To find out exactly what you could receive, contact our Helpzone team on 08000 380 123 for a free, impartial appointment, with no commitment necessary.
Debbie is very experienced in early years education having worked in the childcare industry, both in practice and management, for many years. She has a Level 4 qualification in Leadership and Management, Level 4 in Education and Training, and the A1 Assessing qualification. Most recently, she has completed the Level 5 Diploma in Education and Training. Debbie is the course manager for the adult’s level 3 Early Years Workforce programme, and assesses students in their work place to support competency and practical skills. She's passionate about promoting professional practice and supporting students on their journey through further education to gain employment in the early years sector.Debbie Shore