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Increase your understanding of autism and help create an inclusive society for autistic people

It is estimated that over 700,000 people in the UK are autistic. The levels of support and adjustments that each autistic person needs is totally unique to each individual. If you'd like to learn more about autism and promote autism acceptance, this course will give you an understanding of neurodiversity and how to support autistic people.

Having a clear understanding of the misconceptions, diagnoses and support surrounding autism are just some of the essential skills needed when working with autistic people. This course is ideal for anyone who wants to understand more about neurodivergence and decrease misinformation around autism.

 

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This course has six units:
    • How autistic people process sensory information
    • The characteristics that may be present in autistic individuals
    • The conditions that commonly occur with autism
    • Common misconceptions surrounding autism
    • How speech, language and communication may differ in autistic people
    • How legislation and guidance underpins support

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We call our online courses 'flexible' learning as they're designed to fit around your other commitments. You'll get access to our online learning platform where you'll work through your assessments with support from a subject specialist tutor.

The duration of this course is 7 weeks.

We refer to our online courses as 'flexible learning' because they're designed to be completed around your work and home life commitments. All deadlines for your course will be shown in your online course platform once you are enrolled to help keep you on track.

This course is funded via the Government's 'Adult Skills Fund' which means you may be able to study for free. Eligibility criteria for funding can be found below. If you are not eligible for funding, you can still purchase the course by clicking the 'Buy Now' button above.

This course is accredited by NCFE CACHE, a leading awarding organisation, with over 170 experience. NCFE is recognised by the UK Department for Education and regulated by Ofqual.

This course would be important for job roles such as:

    • Teaching Assistant (£11,500 to £23,000)
    • Nursery Worker (£14,000 to £24,000)
    • Training Officer (£14,000 to £24,000 per year)

Eligibility Criteria

There is Government Funding available for this course as part of the 'Adult Skills Fund'

You must meet the following criteria to be able to study for free:

  • You must currently live in England    
  • You must have been resident in the UK/EU for 3+ years, for purposes other than study    
  • You must be over the age of 19   
  • You must not be on an apprenticeship

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If you enrol onto this course but fail to complete, please be aware there is a £125 administration charge. 

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1% people are diagnosed as autistic. The true figure is likely higher.
5% of school children had a diagnosis in 2022/23
3:1 the ratio of men to women who are diagnosed as autistic.
122k open autism referrals in June 2022

Studying made simple!

We don't like to make things more complicated than they need to be... Our courses are designed to be flexible around your work and family life. 

Step 1

Submit your enrolment form

You'll get instant access to the platform where you'll need to complete a short induction and some maths and English initial assessments, before beginning your course.

Don't worry! We know some people find Maths and English daunting - there's no exams and it allows us to offer you any additional support! 

Step 2

We'll start processing your funding application

A tutor will be assigned to support you through your course, they can be contacted via phone, text or email

Our enrolments team may be in touch if they need more information about your funding application.

Step 3

You'll receive text reminders when your work is due

Your work will be marked by your Tutor and returned to you within 7 days.

Step 4

Submit your work

Once you've finished your course, we'll apply for your certificate. This will be posted to your home address within 6 months of completing your course.

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If you'd like to enrol, we'd love to welcome you on a course with us! 

Need support enrolling? 

If you'd like support with your enrolment, or want to make sure this is the right course for you, fill out your details below and a member of the team will be in touch.

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