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Autism Awareness

Gain essential skills and insights to support individuals with autism. Enhance your understanding, improve communication, and create impactful adaptations in care and education settings.

30Mins - 4 lessons | Quiz after every module


Who is this course for? 

This Autism Awareness course is designed for anyone who works with or supports children and adults, particularly in health, social care, and education settings. It is ideal for care workers, teaching assistants, nursery staff, childminders, support workers, healthcare professionals, and anyone responsible for the wellbeing of individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). Although the course focuses primarily on children with autism, the knowledge and practical guidance provided are valuable for anyone who interacts with or cares for autistic individuals in a professional or voluntary role.

Care workers | Healthcare professionals | Teachers and teaching assistants | Childcare and nursery staff | Parents and guardians | Support workers and carers

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What will you learn

Skills and knowledge you will gain after completing this course

ASD Fundamentals

Gain a solid foundation in the history, background, and key definitions surrounding Autistic Spectrum Disorder.

Behaviours & Impact

Identify typical behaviours associated with ASD and understand how the condition influences a child's daily life and interactions.

Diagnosis & Assessment

Discover what takes place during the formal ASD diagnosis process and how tests are evaluated.

Intervention Strategies

Explore practical intervention strategies designed to help manage the condition and support individuals effectively.

Course Curriculum

    1. Definitions, Context & Background

    1. Understanding Autism Spectrum Disorder

    1. Diagnosing Autism Spectrum Disorder

    1. Testing and Support

About this course

  • £24.00
  • 4 lessons
  • CPD approved
  • 30 mins video

Autism Awareness in the UK

Figures below highlight the growing importance of autism awareness and support across the United Kingdom.

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1 in 100 people are autistic

Around 700,000 people in the UK are on the autism spectrum, making autism one of the most common lifelong developmental conditions.

Early understanding makes a difference

Recognising the signs of autism early can help children receive the right support, improving communication, learning, and daily life.

Awareness improves support

Understanding autism enables professionals, carers, and families to provide more effective, inclusive, and person-centred support for autistic individuals.

Course Accreditation

This Autism Awareness online course is approved by:

CPD

This signifies that the course meets the Continuing Professional Development (CPD) standards. CPD approval assures learners that the content is high-quality, up-to-date, and contributes to their professional growth and development, making their skills current and competitive in the job market.

Course information

Assessment

End-of-module assessment: At the end of this Autism Awareness course, there is a multiple-choice exam. The required pass mark for all modules is 70%. It is essential to achieve the required pass mark to issue a certificate.


Retake information:
You will be given three attempts at each module. If a module is unsuccessful on the third attempt, it will become locked, and you will need to contact us to have it unlocked again. You are only permitted up to 3 extra attempts per course. You can take the exam up to three times, and if you are not successful, you will need to pay the course fee and start again.

Certification

After successful completion of the Autism Awareness course, you will get an accredited Certification of Completion from Course Central. This can be downloaded from your dashboard. You can order here a printed course certificate to be delivered by post. Once the order is successfully placed, you can expect the certificates to arrive within 5-7 working days in the UK and Europe. For the rest of the world, it can take up to 12 working days.

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Course FAQ

Your Autism Awareness course related questioins answered.

  • Who is this Autism Awareness course suitable for?

    This course is specifically tailored for professionals working in adult and child care environments, early years settings, and health and social care roles. However, it is equally valuable for parents, guardians, or anyone who interacts with individuals on the spectrum and wants to improve their understanding and support skills.

  • Why is Autism Awareness training important for my career?

    With over 700,000 people in the UK affected by autism, employers across health, social care, and education actively seek staff trained in ASD awareness. Holding a CPD-accredited certificate demonstrates your commitment to quality care, inclusivity, and continuous professional development.

  • How long does the course take, and how is it delivered?

    The course features approximately 30 minutes of engaging video content that you can access online at any time. Because it is entirely self-paced, you can pause, rewind, and complete the modules whenever it suits your schedule.

  • What accreditation will I receive upon completion?

    You will complete a CPD (Continuing Professional Development) approved course. This provides formal evidence of your learning that can be presented to current or prospective employers.

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