Level 3 Understanding Autism

About the course:

This qualification is designed for learners who want to increase their knowledge and understanding of autism. Successful completion of this qualification will allow learners to develop in-depth knowledge and understanding of autism, which would support progression onto appropriate qualification and into employment within the health and social care sector.

The objectives of this qualification are to help learners to understand:

• How to adopt a positive approach to supporting individuals with autism
• The current legislative framework relating to individuals with autism and how different theories have developed over time
• How to support and manage transitions for individuals with autism
• The range of therapeutic interventions and support available for individuals with autism and co-occurring conditions
• How to support communication and social interaction for individuals with autism
• How to develop an understanding of how individuals with autism may be vulnerable and the support worker’s role and responsibilities relating to safeguarding according to legislative requirements.

Below are the mandatory units that will be covered:

• Unit 1: Autism in context
• Unit 2: Positive behavioural support for individuals with autism
• Unit 3: Understand support and management of transitions for individuals with autism
• Unit 4: Therapeutic interventions and support available for individuals with autism and co-occurring conditions
• Unit 5: Communication and social interaction with individuals with autism
• Unit 6: Safeguarding and resilience in autism

Successful learners could progress to other qualifications, such as:

• L3 Certificate in Children’s and Young People’s Mental Health
• L3 Certificate in Understanding Mental Health
• L3 Diploma in Adult Social Care
• L3 Certificate in Support Working in Schools
• L3 Diploma Early Years Educator

Start date:

Contact course provider at info@platotraining.co.uk for course start date.

Eligibility criteria:

• Aged 19+Living within GMCA postcode
• Having resided in the UK for more than 3 years, and able to access Public Funds
• Learners without a full Level 3 qualification OR Learners that hold a full Level 3 qualification or higher and earn below £23,104
• Must not currently be in receipt of government funding for another qualification

To apply:

Email info@platotraining.co.uk for more information.