This autism awareness training online course explains that autism is a lifelong developmental disability that affects how a person communicates with and relates to other people around them. It's approved by CPD, runs for 30 minutes.
How common autism is
Autism awareness training online explains that, according to the National Autistic Society, autism affects about 700,000 people in the United Kingdom, which equates to 1 in 100 of the population and the number of children being diagnosed with the condition continues to increase.
Understanding what autism is and how it affects daily life
The course provides an understanding of what autism is and how it affects a child's daily life, giving staff a working foundation before moving into causes and support.
Factors and typical behaviours associated with autism
Autism awareness training online touches on what factors contribute towards a child developing autism, as well as some of the typical behaviours associated with it.
Providing effective support
The course covers how you can provide effective support for those with the condition, giving staff practical guidance rather than only theoretical background.
The diagnosis process
Autism awareness training online discusses what happens during the diagnosis process, so staff understand what families and children go through before and during assessment.
Intervention methods and simple adaptations
The course covers some of the intervention methods that can help manage the condition and suggests some simple adaptations you can make to improve a child with autism's day-to-day life.
Who needs this course?
Anyone who works with or around children who may have autism, including those in education, childcare and family support settings.
