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Understanding Autism Short Course

£149.99 + VAT

Most people are now aware of Autism, or have at least heard of it.  This course provides a general introduction to autism looking at spectrum looking at the history of understanding autism and the latest research as well as the main characteristics and how we currently support Autism. This course is perfect for anyone who wants to develop their understanding of autism for personal or professional reasons.

**Please note: access to the course will not be granted until payment has been made.**

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Learning Objectives

  • What is Autism?
  • Diagnosing Autism
  • Autism in daily life
  • Supporting Autism

How does it work?

The course is fully online and designed for flexible, independent learning – you will have a year’s access to the course so you can learn at your own pace, and at times which suit you.

Delivered via our specialist online learning platform UNIQSKILLS, the course consists of training videos, written and downloadable materials, and a test at the end of each module to check your learning. 

Agenda

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  • Module 1:

  • What is Autism?

  • What is the history of Autism?
  • What are the main characteristics of Autism?
  • Autism and neurotypical/neurodiverse
  • Genetics of autism
  • Why is autism a spectrum
  • Common terminology & alternative names
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  • Module 2:

  • Diagnosing Autism

  • How important is diagnosis
  • How diagnosis is made
  • DSM-5 & ICD-10 Criteria
  • What does autism feel like
  • Autism in females
  • Co-morbidity
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  • Module 3:

  • Autism in daily life

  • Executive function skills
  • Social communication and social interaction characteristics
  • Repetitive and restrictive behaviour
  • Highly focused interests or hobbies
  • Sensory Sensitivities
  • Autism & mental health
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  • Module 4:

  • Supporting Autism

  • Interventions & evaluating evidence:
    • TEACCH
    • Applied behavioural analysis
    • Picture Exchange Communication System (PECS)
    • Pre-school Autism Communication Therapy (PACT)
  • Supporting within family life
  • Supporting within education
  • Autism in adulthood

Speakers

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Samantha Garner

Samantha Garner

Consultant & Trainer

Samantha Garner is a well-established consultant and trainer in the world of SEN, Access Arrangements and Mental Health. Originally a music teacher, she has worked in the SEN arena for over 15 years and spent time in a large secondary school where she set up a specialist behaviour unit. After this time she qualified as a CBT therapist and child and adolescent counsellor. Sam has trained and consulted in the whole spectrum of educational establishments from PRUs to very prestigious private schools. She is a published author of several mental health support programmes and regularly writes for SEN magazines.

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