Certificate in Understanding Autism (Level 3)

Certificate
Study Area: 19+
Duration: 22 weeks
Attendance: Part Time

Course Overview

This qualification will help you increase your knowledge and understanding of autism. Successful completion of this qualification will support you to develop in-depth knowledge and understanding of autism, which would enable progression onto appropriate qualifications and into employment within the health and social care and education sectors.

The term ‘autism’ is used as an umbrella term within this qualification for all autistic spectrum conditions, and the course includes children, young people and adults, though the main focus will be on children and young people.

During this course you will become well equipped in all aspects of:

  • Autism in context
  • Positive behavioural support for individuals with autism
  • Understand support and management of transitions for individuals with autism
  • Therapeutic interventions and support for individuals with autism and co-occuring conditions
  • Communication and social interaction with individuals with autism
  • Safeguarding and resilience in autism

Start Date

September 2024

 

Evening Course

September, 3 hours per week

 

Day time course, Wednesday, 9.30 am to 12.30 pm

Entry Requirements & Interview Process

This qualification is designed for learners who wish to increase their knowledge and understanding of Autism. There are no specific recommended prior learning requirements for this qualification.

However, learners may find it helpful if they’ve already achieved a Level 2 qualification in, for example, learning support, social care or healthcare, early years, or supporting teaching and learning.

Learners should be aged 16 or above to undertake this qualification. Applicants will be invited to an informal interview with the programme leader to discuss the course further.

Progression

Level 3 Diploma in Specialist Support for Teaching and Learning in Schools, Level 3 Certificate in Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools.

Those who also have significant work-place experience may also apply for the Foundation Degree in Early Years.

Career Opportunities

Early Years Practitioner, Teaching Assistant, SENCO

Assessment Methods

All units will be individually internally assessed using a range of methods and materials which could include:

  • Things you have produced at work
  • A portfolio of evidence
  • Written and pictorial information
  • Oral questions and answers
  • A scenario or case study
  • A professional discussion
  • Group/ pair research activities

Course Fees

£811 (a registration fee may apply)

This course is FREE if you:

  • earn below £25.000 Please get in contact for further details.
  • earn above £25,000 and do not currently hold a full level 3 qualification.

Advanced Learner Loans are also available to cover the cost of the course fees.   

This course is free for students age 16 – 18.

Additional information on fees and funding

Awarding Body

The awarding body for this course is NCFE CACHE

Certificate in Understanding Autism (Level 3)

Study Area: 19+
Duration: 22 weeks
Attendance: Part Time
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