Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Autism

There are around 700,000 people in the UK with autism – more than 1 in every 100.

If you work with people with autism, or if someone you know is autistic, this course is a great way to increase your knowledge about the condition.

You will learn about autism and how it can affect the ways people communicate, interact and process information. You'll learn how to support autistic people to live healthy, fulfilled lives.

This fully online course will give you essential skills you need when working in mental health.

Having a clear understanding of the misconceptions, diagnoses and support surrounding autism are just some of the essential skills needed when working in mental health.

COURSE CONTENT

• Learn how individuals with autism process sensory information
• Understand the characteristics that may be present in individuals with autism
• Understand the conditions that commonly occur with autism
• Learn the common misconceptions surrounding autism
• Learn how speech, language and communication may differ in people with autism
• Recognise how legislation and guidance underpins support