Understanding Learning Disabilities and Autism Course

Description

Course details

Understanding Learning Disabilities and Autism Online Training Overview

This course will give learners an overview of the Framework for Supporting Autistic People Tier 1 – Domain A: Understanding autism. This domain will encompass the identification, assessment, and diagnosis of autism, including how to provide effective support, referrals, and adjustments for individuals with autism.

Duration: 1 Hour     CPD Points: 1

Course Update:
This course was last updated on 9th September 2023

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What You will learn

Understanding Learning Disabilities and Autism Course Learning Objectives

At the end of this course, the learner will be able to:

• Describe what autism is
• Understand what common autism characteristics look like
• Recognise key differences in social interaction

Lessons

Course Content

Unit 1
Unit 1

• Course Introduction – Learning Disabilities & Autism: Understanding Autism
• What is Autism
• Autism in Healthcare
• Identification and Assessment of Autism
• Functional Analysis
• Interventions for Autism
• Organisation & Delivery of Care
• Understanding Autistic Adults
• Supporting Autistic Adults
• Working with Autistic Adults
• Supporting Care Pathways
• Sensitive Topics
• Multi-Disciplinary Teams
• Involving Families, Partners, and Carers
• Interventions and Monitoring
• What are Learning Disabilities
• Learning Disability
• Characteristics of a Learning Disability
• Learning Difficulty
• Overlap of Learning Disabilities and Other Disorders
• Primary Difficulties

On successful completion of the quiz, you will be awarded a CPD accredited Understanding Learning Disabilities and Autism free course certificate.

Who is this for?

Who is this Understanding Learning Disabilities and Autism training for?

This online course has been written at an introductory level 1 for all levels that fit the criteria to take training as part of their role. This includes:

• Refresher training
• Inductions
• Awareness
• Knowledge enhancement

It is suitable for the following:

• Health Care workers
• Nurses, Doctors, Ambulance services, clinical and non-clinical workers
• Social Care Workers including Councils, Carers and Care assistants
• Youth workers including activity leaders, passenger transport and volunteers

Understanding Learning Disabilities and Autism FAQ

Understanding Learning Disabilities and Autism Frequently Asked Questions

When will I receive my Understanding Learning Disabilities and Autism course?

Your course is instantly allocated to you upon completion of your purchase.

Is the Understanding Learning Disabilities and Autism course CPD accredited?

Yes, the Understanding Learning Disabilities and Autism course has been assessed and awarded a CPD accreditation by the CPD standards office.

Do I receive a Understanding Learning Disabilities and Autism certificate

Upon successful completion of the quiz at the end of the course, you will be instantly awarded a CPD accredited Understanding Learning Disabilities and Autism course certificate to download or print at home for free. We also have an option for you to request a hard copy of the certificate sent to your home or work address.

Can I retake the Understanding Learning Disabilities and Autism course to improve my grade?

Yes, the Understanding Learning Disabilities and Autism course comes complete with unlimited exam retakes

Is this Understanding Learning Disabilities and Autism course ideal for refresher training, induction or to improve your knowledge?

Yes, the Understanding Learning Disabilities and Autism course will aid refresher training. It will give evidence of an understanding for staff induction. It will evidence awareness and improve your knowledge aiding your current skillset. A certificate is awarded upon completion.

Can I purchase this Understanding Learning Disabilities and Autism course for other persons than myself?

We offer a complimentary learner management system to view the learner’s course progress, view quiz results and certification. We also offer a dedicated compliance matrix to aid with audits and inspections.