Autism is a lifelong developmental disability that affects how a person communicates with, and relates to,
other people. It also affects how they make sense of the world around them. This course aims to offer an
insight into diagnosis and assessment of individuals with Autism and examine strategies to enable and support
them with everyday living. The course is insightful and practical and uses the experiences of people with
Autism to gain insights into this condition
Course Content
The Autism Act 2009 and background in the UK Care, Treatment and Education reviews
NICE quality standards
The Equality Act 2010 and the duty to make “reasonable adjustments”
What is Autism – causes and aetiology
Characteristics of autism
Assessment and Diagnosis
Social behaviour and communication issues
Understanding behaviour and supporting young people with autism including:-
1. Assessing possible triggers for behaviour that challenges
2. Interventions for behaviour that challenges
3. Building self esteem
4. Links with Anxiety and Depression
5. Food issues
6. Rigidity
7. Sensitivity issues
Understanding Autism
Accredited by:CPD
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